pork chops and dressing in crock pot Slow Cooker Alpine Slow Cooker Stuffed Pork Chops

Turn heads in our Glamorous Ink Blue Formal Dress with unique half sleeves, strapless design, and dramatic high split

From Down Home with the Neelys by Patrick and Gina Neely Copyright (c) 2009 by Patrick and Gina Neely Published by Knopf

Due to the more relaxed nature of cocktail events, neckwear can feature patterns or colors, whereas formal events traditionally require a black bowie, and business casual events require no neckwear at all

its an exercise in cultural literacy and self-expression that allows one to navigate the increasingly blurred lines between professional and social spheres with confidence and grace

And while its not required, the tradition actually dates back to the 19th century

Special formal dresses should be as jubilant and as vibrant as the milestone youre celebrating