light green satin prom dress KissProm Strapless Sage A-line Long With Slit, Sage Green / 0 while the pleated embellishments add texture and dimension to the design Faviana Satin Halter Prom Dress

Modest doesnt mean frumpy, and revealing doesnt automatically mean more formal

For an evening occasion, consider pairing with a sleek pointed-toe heel and a structured mini bag to maintain the polished aesthetic

Set atop lofty legs, it instantly elevates your space.

Definitely pair it with a more modest bottom so that its a sole flash of skin. And finally, if this is your first time trying this look, take baby steps to make it work for you

Some inspiration imagery included a box of chocolates with boys heads on them, representing Jennifers voracious appetite for her male classmates, as well as My Little Ponys and Francisco Goyas painting Saturn Devouring His Son

While the traditional dress code for a black-tie event leans toward long, formal gowns, it is possible to wear a short dress to a black-tie occasionthough it requires a bit of careful styling