Little Black Dress
This graphic black-and-white print stretch satin sheath, $128, by Maggy London, nordstrom.com, is bold and ebullient—a fitting choice for the engaged guest of honor. Satin bow hairclip with mirrored trim, $28, by Juko at Supplements NY, 913-788-4300. Black onyx bead necklace, $2,800, by Ivanka Trump, ivankatrumpcollection.com. Silk clutch, $145, by Franchi, 650-576-4927. Black satin sandals, $149, by Maxstudio.com.
Arm Candy
Resin and crystal bangles have a dash of flash, $58 each, by Kenneth Jay Lane, 877-953-5264.
Formal Flair
This black satin strapless dress with white bodice and pleated skirt is a playful take on a tux, $270, by Jim Hjelm Occasions, jimhjelmoccasions.com.
Short Order
Black and cream silk charmeuse with shirred trim makes this minidress ultramodern, $268, by Maxstudio.com.
Great Lengths
Leather opera gloves are a daringly dramatic detail, $370, by Sermoneta, 212-319-5946.
Flat Chance
If comfort's your concern, kick back in these stylish silk flats, $138, by Diane Lynn by Saugus Shoe, dianelynnshoes.com.
Big-Hearted
Keep this Swarovski crystal heart minaudière close, $938, by Kathrine Baumann Beverly Hills, kbaumann.com.
Lucky Stars
Crystal jet star earrings make heavenly accessories, $125, by Gas Bijoux, 212-334-7290.
Take a Bow
You're bound to have a blast in this black chiffon pleated babydoll dress with beaded empire bow, $279, by Bari Jay, shimmerdresses.com.
Black Beauty
This jet beaded necklace with velvet flowers and rib-bon is elegant yet edgy, $363, by Roxanne Assoulin for Lee Angel, leeangel.com.
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