https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/61-yrs-old-1k-charity-dinner-what-to-wear-not-blk-tie Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Mon, 04 May 2026 19:00:24 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/61-yrs-old-1k-charity-dinner-what-to-wear-not-blk-tie#post-216642 Wed, 15 Sep 2010 18:15:55 +0000 Queen Mum 216642@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Cara- where do you live? I'm envisioning something "smartly formal" rather than "cocktail" formal... like the second or 5th dresses Sarah linked to. Does that make sense?<br /> For your husband a suit and tie. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/61-yrs-old-1k-charity-dinner-what-to-wear-not-blk-tie#post-216592 Wed, 15 Sep 2010 16:08:22 +0000 MsMary 216592@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sarah, those dresses are awesome! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/61-yrs-old-1k-charity-dinner-what-to-wear-not-blk-tie#post-216545 Wed, 15 Sep 2010 14:44:08 +0000 Sarah 216545@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>There are certainly factors to consider, as the others have mentioned.<br /> Body type? Color preferences?<br /> But I do understand that sometimes specific photos help get the creative juices flowing.<br /> Here's what I would suggest:<br /> <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/3103979?origin=category&#038;resultback=0" rel="nofollow">http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/31.....sultback=0</a><br /> <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/3102179?origin=category&#038;resultback=0" rel="nofollow">http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/31.....sultback=0</a><br /> <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/3133458?origin=category&#038;resultback=0" rel="nofollow">http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/31.....sultback=0</a><br /> <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/3037010?origin=category&#038;resultback=0" rel="nofollow">http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/30.....sultback=0</a><br /> <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/3106292?origin=category&#038;resultback=0" rel="nofollow">http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/31.....sultback=0</a><br /> <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/3127509?origin=category&#038;resultback=0" rel="nofollow">http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/31.....sultback=0</a></p> <p>We can always tackle accessories once you've found your perfect outfit.</p> <p>For your husband, there is nothing more smashing than a gent in a suit.<br /> <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/3084516?origin=category&#038;resultback=0" rel="nofollow">http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/30.....sultback=0</a><br /> Fit is the key, more than the price. I happened to find my husband a great BOSS suit at Nordstrom Rack, and including the alterations, it was about 40% less than retail. I think for black tie, your husband could opt for a bow tie OR a tie depending on his preferences.<br /> <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/3122389?origin=category&#038;resultback=0" rel="nofollow">http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/31.....sultback=0</a><br /> For dressier occasions I prefer more simple ties in striking textures. And again, you can find these from Target to Nordstrom. </p> <p>Good luck! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/61-yrs-old-1k-charity-dinner-what-to-wear-not-blk-tie#post-216532 Wed, 15 Sep 2010 14:27:46 +0000 Anonymous 216532@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is the type of thing that can vary from city to city. If you want to buy something, you might contact a store and ask for a personal shopper to help you. They know what people wear to these things in your location. Also your newspaper's society page (probably on Sunday) will show photos of people attending similar events or even the same event from last year. You might try Googling event to find the archives to see what is worn.<br /> As an over-60 who would rather not wear revealing cocktail dresses, I would probably opt for a dressy suit or LBD with a stunning jacket. With either, you may not stand out but should fit in nicely. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/61-yrs-old-1k-charity-dinner-what-to-wear-not-blk-tie#post-216499 Wed, 15 Sep 2010 13:27:34 +0000 MNsara 216499@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Good direction, stringy! </p> <p>cara, after perusing some 'expert' ideas, what sounds appealing to you. Also in that you are left to decipher the dress code, would you (&amp; hubby) prefer to be a bit overdressed or a bit underdressed - that might help you decide your leaning. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/61-yrs-old-1k-charity-dinner-what-to-wear-not-blk-tie#post-216484 Wed, 15 Sep 2010 12:58:16 +0000 stringy 216484@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oops, I've stuffed up the linking! Will try to edit it to fix it... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/61-yrs-old-1k-charity-dinner-what-to-wear-not-blk-tie#post-216481 Wed, 15 Sep 2010 12:53:48 +0000 stringy 216481@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ooh, how exciting! I love special events like this. To get you started, have you looked at Angie's posts on <a href="http://youlookfab.com/category/party-wear/">party wear</a>? These are the ones that I think might be helpful:</p> <p><a href="http://youlookfab.com/2006/12/01/party-season-cheat-sheet/">Party season cheat sheet</a><br /> <a href="http://youlookfab.com/2009/11/25/party-wear-formula-the-unexpected-suit/">Party wear: unexpected suits</a><br /> <a href="http://youlookfab.com/2009/11/23/party-wear-formula-the-timeless-frock/">Party wear: timeless frocks</a></p> <p>I think a lovely cocktail dress would be good for an event that's special but not black tie. Does your husband have a suit? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/61-yrs-old-1k-charity-dinner-what-to-wear-not-blk-tie#post-216454 Wed, 15 Sep 2010 11:40:29 +0000 cara 216454@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have no idea what to wear and really neither does my spouse? Help! </p>