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Black-tie events — like a wedding or gala — are the most formal kind of event, usually taking place in the evening, requiring men to wear tuxedos (hence the black tie) and women to don gowns. Today, the terms are looser, and many events will be "black-tie optional," which means you have a bit of leeway (think cocktail dresses in addition to gowns). Keep reading for our tips for dressing for Read more
Joshua Jackson and Diane Kruger arrived hand in hand for the Haiti: Carnival in Cannes event on Friday. Diane wore a stunning navy chiffon gown by Jason Wu, while Joshua looked dapper in a black suit and bow tie. The event, which was presented by Giorgio Armani, supports Sean Penn’s J/P Haitian Relief Organization and Paul Haggis's Artists For Peace and Justice, as well as Petra Nemcova's Happy Read more
Royal couple Kate Middleton and Prince William stepped out in their finest black-tie attire tonight for Our Greatest Team Rises Gala dinner at London's Royal Albert Hall. The event brought England's Olympic hopefuls together with former Olympic athletes as the country inches closer to the 2012 Summer games. This is the second major public appearance for Kate and William this week after attending Read more
Kate Middleton is showing some leg! The Duchess stepped out at a black-tie gala for the Thirty Club at Claridge's hotel in London yesterday where William was delivering a speech, but it was Kate who stole the spotlight with her sexy gown. We have your look at footage from the event, and details on the new rumor about Pippa Middleton moving to NYC in today's PopSugar Rush! Read more
Christina Ricci brought new meaning to being bow-tied in a showstopping Thakoon gown. Aside from an intricate lattice-worked bodice and a flash of midriff, all eyes were on Christina's dramatic sculptural neckline that ends in a floor-skimming bow at the back. There's no competing with this kind of adornment — Christina keeps the rest simple with a single sparkly cocktail ring and a pair of Read more
Diane Kruger hit the red carpet at the Met Gala in NYC tonight wearing a flowy, purple gown by Prada. She was one of many stars in couture frocks for the black-tie soiree, which also honored the famous design house and the Met's exhibit Schiaparelli and Prada: Impossible Conversations. Tell us which dress was your favorite by voting on Fab's Met Gala fashion polls! Read more
Amy Adams went for a refined retro vibe in a one-shouldered black-and-white Giambattista Valli number. Tonight's red-carpet ensemble is just further proof that she's nailed that stunning balance between an old-school Veronica Lake movie star and a Disney princess á la Enchanted. While the sweeping floor-length gown spoke for itself, we have to point out her awesome gold bow-tie belt — a Read more
Elizabeth Olsen's Valentino gown at last night's Grand Chefs Dinner in NYC had our jaws dropping for two very simple reasons: its statement-red hue and ultrafeminine fit (in that order). It's the kind of dress that leaves a lasting impression — and one that calls to mind the diaphanous red bridal wear we just saw from Vera Wang. We already knew red was a standout color — now we're wondering Read more
If you want real romance, look no further than Valentino's Fall 2012 collection. Creative directors Maria Grazia Chiuri and Pier Paolo Piccioli designed an impeccably gorgeous lineup of gowns, jumpsuits, and coats that — for lack of something less cliché to say — swept us off our feet. Picking up right where it left off after Spring '12, Valentino honed in on the ultrafeminine details, Read more
If you loved the white dress trend on the Oscars red carpet last night, you might want to get in on the trend for your next dressed-up occasion. Whether you're getting married or have a black-tie gala on the calendar, a white evening gown is an eye-catching look. We went shopping for a few styles that belong on a red carpet, and the best part is they come in at all price ranges. Read more
