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Fashion · March 24, 2022

Black-Tie Optional Wedding Guest Dresses under $100

Wedding season is upon us! So what happens when the invitation arrives and the dress code says “black-tie optional?” What do you wear to a black-tie optional wedding? What do you wear to a black-tie optional event? How much should you spend? What color do you wear? I’ve got you covered in today’s post! Here are some black-tie optional dresses under $100!

We recently went to a black-tie optional wedding and wore these outfits! My dress was $57 and I LOVED it.

couple sharing Wedding Guest Dresses under $100

Today I’m going to be sharing some more options for black-tie optional wedding guest dresses that won’t break the bank.

Black-Tie Optional Wedding Guest Dresses under $100

But first, let’s start with the question, “What do you wear to a black-tie optional wedding?”

A black-tie optional dress code is actually one of the more complicated dress codes in my opinion. Both “black-tie optional” and “cocktail attire” have some blurry lines for me. We can focus on cocktail attire another day though.

Black-tie optional means you need to dress more formally than you would to a cocktail or casual wedding, but not quite as formal as a strictly black-tie event. Black-tie optional really applies to the men. It means they can wear a tux if they want to, but they don’t have to.

For women, black-tie optional means wearing a full-length or mid-length dress. You can also choose to be as fancy as you want here. The main thing to note is the length of your dress and not coming in anything too short. I wear a full-length dress to both black-tie and black-tie optional events and have never had a problem.

Black-Tie Optional Wedding Guest Dresses Under $100

Let’s dive into some affordable black-tie optional wedding guest dresses.

collage of black-tie optional wedding guest dresses under $100

One-Shoulder Asymmetrical Dress – This dress is $49 and so unique and pretty. I love the asymmetrical neckline. This dress comes in a couple different colors and is sure to turn heads.

Feather neck dress – This dress is gorgeous! It has feathers on the neck and the sleeves. It’s only $70 and looks much more expensive than it is. It also comes in several different colors, but I like the black.

Rouched trumpet dress – This dress is so slimming and flattering. It is a great simple dress, that hugs your curves in all the right places. It is $54 and perfect for a black-tie optional wedding or gala.

Cowl Neck Dress – This cowl neck mermaid dress is gorgeous. I love the shape of this dress. It comes in several colors as well and is $68!

Off-the-shoulder zipper dress – This is the dress I am wearing above. It is such a pretty metallic fabric. The zipper on the slit is adjustable so you can wear it as high or as low as you wish. It is $57 and feels much more expensive than it is.

Do you have any black-tie optional weddings coming up soon? What are you wearing?

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Come with us to @disneyonice! We had SO much fun l Come with us to @disneyonice! We had SO much fun last night. There is nothing like watching the magic through Ben's eyes. If you have a Disney-loving kiddo in the Atlanta area, Disney on Ice is at State Farm Arena through Saturday! Get your tickets now!

#disneyonice #magicinthestars #disneyonice2023 #atlantablogger #thingstodoinatlanta #toddlerfriendly
Here's our take on the ghost cupcakes. Stephen sen Here's our take on the ghost cupcakes. Stephen sent me a reel of this and asked if we could make them. Super easy and a fun spooky treat for your kids! 

#ghostcupcakes #halloweenpartyideas #halloweenparty #halloweendesserts #halloweendessert #easyrecipesformoms
Let's make an easy potion light! This makes for fu Let's make an easy potion light! This makes for fun party decor and an extra light if your Halloween party is dark! 🧪 

#easyhalloweendecor #diyhalloween #halloweenpartyideas #halloweenpartydecor #halloweenpartyfood
Let's make a kid-friendly ghost garland! 👻 This Let's make a kid-friendly ghost garland! 👻 This is easy to make and less spooky than some of your typical Halloween decor! 

#halloweendecor #easyhalloweendiy #halloweendiy #kidhalloween #cutehalloween #ideasformoms #dollarstoredecor #dollarstorehalloween #dollartreediy #dollartreecrafts
We had so much fun at Monster Jam this weekend! My We had so much fun at Monster Jam this weekend! My truck-loving toddler loved seeing all the trucks. There were SO many kids and toddlers there so if you have a truck-loving kiddo, definitely check it out when Monster Jam comes to your city! But definitely get ear covers! 

#monsterjam #toddleractivities #thingstodoinatlanta
Let'a make apple cinnamon sugar ice cream cups. Th Let'a make apple cinnamon sugar ice cream cups. These are the perfect treat for fall! 

#fallbaking #falldesserts #easyrecipesformoms #easycakes #easycake #falltreats
Let's make an easy Dollar Store pumpkin bowl for H Let's make an easy Dollar Store pumpkin bowl for Halloween candy. 

#dollarstorediy #halloweendecoration #halloweendiy #easyhalloweenideas #dollarstorehalloween #budgetfriendlydecor
Let's make witchy ice cream sundaes for Halloween! Let's make witchy ice cream sundaes for Halloween! 

#halloweendesserts #icecreamsundaes #halloweenparty #halloweenideasforkids #easyrecipesformoms #halloweensnacks
Let's make Caprese skull skewers. These are a perf Let's make Caprese skull skewers. These are a perfect party treat while it's still warm out but you're in a spooky mood. 💀 

This video also turns into a baking with benny halfway through because he consults on my wardrobe and realizes I'm filming without him. He's such a ham.

Do you like Caprese?

#halloweenpartyfood #halloweenappetizers #easyrecipesformoms #halloweenfoodideas #halloweenfood #halloweenpartyideas
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