Can I wear a creme color, strapless dress with a black waistband to a black tie affair? The dress comes slightly below the knees. I am 5 ft & 140 lbs & I am being honored at this event.

A creme color, strapless dress with a black waistband, slightly below the knees would be appropriate for a black tie affair for some figure types. A black belt on a creme color dress will make you look shorter.  Since you are 5 feet tall and 140 pounds, a dark color cocktail dress or pants would be more flattering for your height and weight. A tailored LBD (little black dress), slightly below your knees, a floor length dress or black pants with a dressy black top would give you a taller slimmer look. Wear with sheer black hose and black shoes. Draw attention upward with a statement necklace or earrings, an up-to-date hairstyle and flattering make up. Congratulations!

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