green sequin holiday dress Emerald Homecoming by Faviana Emerald / 0 Emerald green cotton bodice with an emerald green tulle skirt overlay accented with gold star embellishments Ieena for Mac Duggal Sequined

Pair it with a sweater or button-down shirt, dress pants and dressy sneakers to finalize your outfit

So that the black doesnt feel so drab for a summer fete, punch it up with some metallic accessories like these heels, and add a fun pop of color with a bag or some bright lipstick

If pastels are your thing, go for it

Heres what Id wear: A body-hugging satin dress with bold cut-out details or hardware accents (think gold rings or chains)

Chino is actually a fabric a cotton twill first developed in the 19th century for the British and French military, designed to be durable and comfortable for troops to wear on exercise