cocktail party dress code for women Attire: A Guide to Nailing The Cocktail Chic and Affordable Cocktail Dresses

Opening Image: @slipintostyle This post was originally published at an earlier date and has since been updated Emma is a freelance fashion editor with over 15 years experience in industry, having worked at The Telegraph , Grazia and, most recently, British Vogue

Heres a wedding dress code cheat sheet to remind you just what each dress code requires: White Tie The white tie dress code is the most formal

Smooth-Finish Fabric: A refined material that drapes without stiffness for a clean, professional look

A velvet peplum overlays the skirt, parted in the center front, giving it a stunning finishing touch

Add your favorite sandals and accessories for the warmer weather or with a cardigan, blazer, or jacket and booties for the cooler ones

If your neck is shorter than mine, you might have a lower collar