Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 3 Elizabeth Taylor, January 1950 Getty Images The full skirt and tight bustier of Elizabeth Taylor's dress was the epitome of style in the 1950s, but rather than follow the bright print and pattern trend of the time, the young starlet opted for a simple black fabric
As Simon Cundey, the director of Henry Poole & Co, tells GQ : Traditionally, the dinner jacket was in silk but wool barathea is the order of today. Velvet jackets are a solid option too, especially for winter events
"Luckily a lot of current bridal trends fit a Halloween theme," she says
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It's essential to remember that adhering to the stated dress code for each event is not only a mark of respect but also a way to contribute to the ambiance and elegance of the occasion
Whether that means substituting the traditional black tuxedo for a midnight blue, olive green, or burgundy dinner jacket, or perhaps even a velvet smoking jacket with a peak or shawl collar and a more formal fastener decorated with Brandenburgs, olives or oversized buttons instead of the more casual dressing gown sash