The best part about weddings?? Getting dolled up, of course. Oh yea, and witnessing the matrimony of two people celebrate their love for one another…right right.

I rarely have a need to wear fancy dresses and heels, so I welcome wedding invites for that reason alone. Haha. As I mention in this post, I don’t own many formal dresses because they’re expensive and not practical to buy if I’m most likely going to wear them only once. Instead, I rent them through Rent the Runway. I’ve been using this service for years.

Usually, I avoid wearing all black, especially for formal looks because…well, I think it’s boring. But, for this occasion, I was in an all black mood. Of course, I found a way to spice it up through a really interesting dress. Pro Tip: Always incorporate an interesting element into your outfit that’s unique or memorable.

What I like about this dress (by Temperley London) is the textured, thick fabric that creates a sleek fit. The turtleneck and sleeves are chic and the ruffles are lady-like without being corny or overpowering. There’s alot going on but it comes together really well.