formal evening dresses for women La Femme Dress 26942 and graduation! Ever-Pretty Double V Neck Sequin

Lighter shades or patterns tend to be more associated with semi-formal occasions, so stick with the darkest shades, like black and midnight blue, to minimize the risk of an out-of-place outfit

For added coverage and elegance, explore sheath wedding dresses with sleeves

Cocktail Attire Midi length A cocktail attire for women should be longer than knee length

The holiday is named after Saint Valentine, who was a Christian martyr and is the patron saint of love, among other things

What not to wear: jeans, tank tops, t-shirts, stretchy pants, cargo shorts, flip-flops, and athletic clothing would still be a poor choice, unless specifically approved