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A dramatic mermaid in a bold color, a heavily sequined column, or a statement ball gown all read as entirely appropriate

Rich jewel tones, classic silhouettes in exceptional fabrics, and embellishment that reads as luxurious rather than festive are the strongest choices for this occasion type

"What's happening here is your visual system is looking at this thing, and you're trying to discount the chromatic bias of the daylight axis," says Bevil Conway, a neuroscientist who studies color and vision at Wellesley College

Its perfect for an evening out, a special event, or even just when you want to feel a little extra glamorous during your day