{"id":53465,"date":"2025-07-17T09:25:23","date_gmt":"2025-07-17T14:25:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/?p=53465"},"modified":"2025-07-17T09:30:20","modified_gmt":"2025-07-17T14:30:20","slug":"decoding-dress-codes-black-tie-wedding-guest-dresses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/decoding-dress-codes-black-tie-wedding-guest-dresses\/","title":{"rendered":"Decoding Dress Codes: Black-Tie Wedding Guest Dresses"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"660\" height=\"754\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/\u00a9BOTTEGA53-KC-Wedding-817-Migliorato-NR_websize.jpg\" alt=\"A wedding guest wearing a black velvet gown with a long bow off the shoulder. \" class=\"wp-image-53466\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/\u00a9BOTTEGA53-KC-Wedding-817-Migliorato-NR_websize.jpg 660w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/\u00a9BOTTEGA53-KC-Wedding-817-Migliorato-NR_websize-263x300.jpg 263w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Bottega 53<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<p>You\u2019ve been invited to a black-tie wedding. So, what exactly does that mean? If you\u2019re unsure what black-tie really calls for, we\u2019re here to break it down.<\/p>\n<p>Black-tie is one of the most formal dress codes, typically requiring a floor-length gown for women. But don\u2019t let the name fool you\u2014your dress doesn\u2019t have to be black. In fact, any color is fair game (just steer clear of white), whether you gravitate toward rich jewel tones, soft pastels, or bold statement hues.<\/p>\n<p>This is the time to show off your most elegant look. Think sleek silhouettes, dramatic necklines, or a little tasteful sparkle. From satin finishes to beaded details, black-tie style is all about elevated glamour.<\/p>\n<p>Need ideas? We\u2019ve gathered our favorite black-tie wedding guest dresses to help you find the perfect look.<\/p>\n<p>Scroll on for formal fashion inspo!<\/p>\n<h4>Sequin Ruffle Strapless Maxi Dress<\/h4>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"660\" height=\"660\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/21.png\" alt=\"A black and purple sequined floral print gown with a ruffle at the hips. \" class=\"wp-image-53487\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/21.png 660w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/21-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/21-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/21-32x32.png 32w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/21-50x50.png 50w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/21-64x64.png 64w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/21-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/21-128x128.png 128w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Paris Dress by Dress The Population | Available at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.anthropologie.com\/shop\/dress-the-population-paris-sequin-ruffle-strapless-maxi-dress?category=black-tie-wedding-guest-dresses&amp;color=001&amp;curation_id=black-tie-wedding-guest-dresses-curation&amp;curation_name=Black+Tie+Wedding&amp;type=STANDARD&amp;quantity=1\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.anthropologie.com\/shop\/dress-the-population-paris-sequin-ruffle-strapless-maxi-dress?category=black-tie-wedding-guest-dresses&amp;color=001&amp;curation_id=black-tie-wedding-guest-dresses-curation&amp;curation_name=Black+Tie+Wedding&amp;type=STANDARD&amp;quantity=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Anthropologie<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<h4>Open-Back Empire Gown<\/h4>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"660\" height=\"660\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/13.png\" alt=\"A satin black floor-length gown with cut-outs at the waist. \" class=\"wp-image-53479\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/13.png 660w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/13-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/13-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/13-32x32.png 32w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/13-50x50.png 50w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/13-64x64.png 64w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/13-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/13-128x128.png 128w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Milan Open Back Gown by Ramy Brook | Available at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neimanmarcus.com\/p\/ramy-brook-milan-open-back-empire-gown-prod268610010?childItemId=NMT5GTK_&amp;msid=4390403&amp;navpath=cat000000_cat84680805_cat59980732_cat83900735&amp;page=5&amp;position=21\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.neimanmarcus.com\/p\/ramy-brook-milan-open-back-empire-gown-prod268610010?childItemId=NMT5GTK_&amp;msid=4390403&amp;navpath=cat000000_cat84680805_cat59980732_cat83900735&amp;page=5&amp;position=21\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Neiman Marcus<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<h4>Ruffle-Shoulder Crepe Maxi Dress<\/h4>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"660\" height=\"660\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/20.png\" alt=\"A pink V-neck dress with a ruffle on one shoulder and a slit. \" class=\"wp-image-53486\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/20.png 660w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/20-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/20-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/20-32x32.png 32w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/20-50x50.png 50w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/20-64x64.png 64w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/20-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/20-128x128.png 128w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Camelia Gown by Dress The Population | Available at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.anthropologie.com\/shop\/dress-the-population-camelia-ruffle-shoulder-v-neck-stretch-crepe-maxi-dress?category=black-tie-wedding-guest-dresses&amp;color=053&amp;curation_id=black-tie-wedding-guest-dresses-curation&amp;curation_name=Black+Tie+Wedding&amp;type=STANDARD&amp;quantity=1\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.anthropologie.com\/shop\/dress-the-population-camelia-ruffle-shoulder-v-neck-stretch-crepe-maxi-dress?category=black-tie-wedding-guest-dresses&amp;color=053&amp;curation_id=black-tie-wedding-guest-dresses-curation&amp;curation_name=Black+Tie+Wedding&amp;type=STANDARD&amp;quantity=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Anthropologie<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<h4>Pleated Ruffle Column Gown<\/h4>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"660\" height=\"660\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/8.png\" alt=\"An orange pleated ruffle evening gown. \" class=\"wp-image-53474\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/8.png 660w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/8-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/8-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/8-32x32.png 32w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/8-50x50.png 50w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/8-64x64.png 64w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/8-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/8-128x128.png 128w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Sleeveless Ruffled Evening Gown by Badgley Mischka | Available at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neimanmarcus.com\/p\/vnk-pleat-ruffle-neck-prod281300066?childItemId=NMT6TGK_&amp;msid=5032850&amp;navpath=cat000000_cat000001_cat59980732_cat83900735&amp;page=1&amp;position=96\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.neimanmarcus.com\/p\/vnk-pleat-ruffle-neck-prod281300066?childItemId=NMT6TGK_&amp;msid=5032850&amp;navpath=cat000000_cat000001_cat59980732_cat83900735&amp;page=1&amp;position=96\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Neiman Marcus<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<h4>Floral A-Line Maxi Dress<\/h4>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"660\" height=\"660\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/17.png\" alt=\"A floral print one-shoulder gown with a high slit and a bow on the shoulder. \" class=\"wp-image-53483\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/17.png 660w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/17-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/17-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/17-32x32.png 32w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/17-50x50.png 50w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/17-64x64.png 64w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/17-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/17-128x128.png 128w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Mac Duggal | Available at <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.anthropologie.com\/shop\/mac-duggal-one-shoulder-bow-floral-brocade-a-line-maxi-dress?category=black-tie-wedding-guest-dresses&amp;color=048&amp;curation_id=black-tie-wedding-guest-dresses-curation&amp;curation_name=Black+Tie+Wedding&amp;type=STANDARD&amp;quantity=1\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.anthropologie.com\/shop\/mac-duggal-one-shoulder-bow-floral-brocade-a-line-maxi-dress?category=black-tie-wedding-guest-dresses&amp;color=048&amp;curation_id=black-tie-wedding-guest-dresses-curation&amp;curation_name=Black+Tie+Wedding&amp;type=STANDARD&amp;quantity=1\" target=\"_blank\">Anthropologie<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<h4>Stretch Jersey Fishtail Gown<\/h4>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"660\" height=\"660\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4.png\" alt=\"A red off-the-shoulder gown with a leg slit. \" class=\"wp-image-53470\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4.png 660w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4-32x32.png 32w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4-50x50.png 50w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4-64x64.png 64w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/4-128x128.png 128w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Chiara Boni La Petite Robe | Available at <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saksfifthavenue.com\/product\/chiara-boni-la-petite-robe-stretch-jersey-fishtail-gown-0400014655480.html?dwvar_0400014655480_color=PASSION\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.saksfifthavenue.com\/product\/chiara-boni-la-petite-robe-stretch-jersey-fishtail-gown-0400014655480.html?dwvar_0400014655480_color=PASSION\" target=\"_blank\">Saks Fifth Avenue<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<h4>Metallic Maxi Dress<\/h4>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"660\" height=\"660\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/22.png\" alt=\"A pleated metallic gold maxi dress. \" class=\"wp-image-53488\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/22.png 660w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/22-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/22-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/22-32x32.png 32w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/22-50x50.png 50w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/22-64x64.png 64w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/22-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/22-128x128.png 128w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Sanna Maxi Dress by Acler | Available at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.anthropologie.com\/shop\/acler-sanna-pleated-metallic-maxi-dress?category=black-tie-wedding-guest-dresses&amp;color=070&amp;curation_id=black-tie-wedding-guest-dresses-curation&amp;curation_name=Black+Tie+Wedding&amp;type=STANDARD&amp;quantity=1\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.anthropologie.com\/shop\/acler-sanna-pleated-metallic-maxi-dress?category=black-tie-wedding-guest-dresses&amp;color=070&amp;curation_id=black-tie-wedding-guest-dresses-curation&amp;curation_name=Black+Tie+Wedding&amp;type=STANDARD&amp;quantity=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Anthropologie<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<h4>Off-Shoulder Ruffle Tiered Gown<\/h4>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"660\" height=\"660\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/11.png\" alt=\"An off the shoulder gown with ruffles on the bottom. \" class=\"wp-image-53477\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/11.png 660w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/11-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/11-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/11-32x32.png 32w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/11-50x50.png 50w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/11-64x64.png 64w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/11-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/11-128x128.png 128w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Aidan Mattox | Available at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neimanmarcus.com\/p\/aidan-mattox-off-shoulder-ruffle-tiered-gown-prod277230028?childItemId=NMT68VZ_&amp;msid=4932569&amp;navpath=cat000000_cat84680805_cat59980732_cat83900735&amp;page=2&amp;position=109\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.neimanmarcus.com\/p\/aidan-mattox-off-shoulder-ruffle-tiered-gown-prod277230028?childItemId=NMT68VZ_&amp;msid=4932569&amp;navpath=cat000000_cat84680805_cat59980732_cat83900735&amp;page=2&amp;position=109\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Saks Fifth Avenue<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<h4>Lace Strapless Gown<\/h4>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"660\" height=\"660\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/3.png\" alt=\"A strapless blue lace gown with a bow detail under the bodice. \" class=\"wp-image-53469\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/3.png 660w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/3-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/3-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/3-32x32.png 32w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/3-50x50.png 50w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/3-64x64.png 64w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/3-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/3-128x128.png 128w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Sachin &amp; Babi | Available at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saksfifthavenue.com\/product\/sachin-babi-sophia-lace-strapless-gown-0400022604872.html?dwvar_0400022604872_color=MOONBEAM\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.saksfifthavenue.com\/product\/sachin-babi-sophia-lace-strapless-gown-0400022604872.html?dwvar_0400022604872_color=MOONBEAM\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Saks Fifth Avenue<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<h4>Fit &amp; Flare Maxi Dress<\/h4>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"660\" height=\"660\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/18.png\" alt=\"A butter yellow fit and flare satin dress. \" class=\"wp-image-53484\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/18.png 660w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/18-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/18-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/18-32x32.png 32w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/18-50x50.png 50w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/18-64x64.png 64w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/18-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/18-128x128.png 128w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Mare Mare | Available at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.anthropologie.com\/shop\/mare-mare-piper-strapless-fit-flare-maxi-dress?category=black-tie-wedding-guest-dresses&amp;color=270&amp;curation_id=black-tie-wedding-guest-dresses-curation&amp;curation_name=Black+Tie+Wedding&amp;type=STANDARD&amp;quantity=1\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.anthropologie.com\/shop\/mare-mare-piper-strapless-fit-flare-maxi-dress?category=black-tie-wedding-guest-dresses&amp;color=270&amp;curation_id=black-tie-wedding-guest-dresses-curation&amp;curation_name=Black+Tie+Wedding&amp;type=STANDARD&amp;quantity=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Anthropologie<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<h4>Floral Sequin Strapless Dress<\/h4>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"660\" height=\"660\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/19.png\" alt=\"A strapless sequined floral print gown. \" 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Check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weddingsinhouston.com\/wedding-vendors\/engagement-rings-wedding-rings\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">favorite Houston jewelers<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>&#8220;Decoding Dress Codes: Black-Tie Wedding Guest Dresses&#8221;&nbsp;<\/h4>\n<p><em>Contributing Vendors- Photo: Bottega 53 \/ Dress the Population \/ Ramy Brook \/ Neiman Marcus \/ Badgley Mischka \/ Mac Duggal \/ Chiara Boni La Petite Robe \/ Saks Fifth Avenue \/ Acler \/ Aidan Mattox \/ Sachin &amp; Babi \/ Mare Mare<\/em><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You\u2019ve been invited to a black-tie wedding. So, what exactly does that mean? If you\u2019re unsure what black-tie really calls for, we\u2019re here to break it down. Black-tie is one of the most formal dress codes, typically requiring a floor-length gown for women. 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