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Is it better to be overdressed or underdressed?

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For a formal event, you're better off overdoing it instead of underdoing it. You can always loosen a formal outfit up a bit, but it's hard to look more formal once a dance has started.

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Is it okay if a girl wears a tuxedo?

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Yes. Tuxedos look dapper on everyone, no matter their gender.

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What should I do if I can't find a dress that I like?

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See, what your friends are wearing; maybe they could loan you a dress of theirs or give you a few ideas.

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What if I don't have a dress to wear?

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You could always try checking places that might have retail dresses, thrift stores, resale shops and so on.

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I'm shorter, and I have red hair and fair skin. Should I wear a short or long dress, and what color would look best on me?

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You might want to wear a tea-length dress. A light pink or nude colored dress would look nice, depending on how bright of a red your hair is.

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I am a girl, but I want to wear a tuxedo. I don't want to be made fun of, and I want to stand out from the crowd. I am taking this as a chance to let people know who I am. Should I do it?

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Yes, you should do it. It's possible that you will get made fun of, people always get teased for anything they do or are that is a little bit different, but you shouldn't let that stop you from being who you are. If someone teases you, ignore them. Don't let them get in the way of you having a good time and expressing yourself.

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Should I wear a tuxedo or a normal shirt and pants?

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This is completely up to you. Wear whatever you think represents your personal style best.

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Should I wear a long or short dress? I don't know if a long dress would be too much.

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For just an 8th grade formal, you should probably wear a short dress. However, if you'd feel better/happier with a long dress, go for it! It's your night, and the important thing is that you're happy and comfortable.

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I am a trans guy and there is a dance coming up soon for the 8th grade. My parents won't let me wear a suit and I don't want to wear a dress. What should I do?

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Asking if you can wear a nice shirt and pants, or you can do the sneaky thing, which is wear a dress, take pictures and ask a friend to bring your suit and just change in the bathroom after they drop you off.

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Should I wear a long dress?

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For just an 8th grade formal, a long dress might be too much. But if it makes you feel good, go for it!

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I have kinky curly hair. Do you have any tips on how I should style it?

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You can wear your hair in a half-up/half-down style, or just leave it down!

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What bra do I wear with a dress that has spaghetti straps?

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You can wear a bra that matches the color of your dress so that nobody would know. Or, you can wear a sleeveless bra if you don't want straps showing at all. Another option is a bra with tiny straps.

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If I'm the boy, should I bring a corsage for my date, or is that only for a prom?

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That's usually only for prom. You can bring one if you want, but most people probably won't have them.

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How do I pick the right color dress when dressing for an 8th grade formal?

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Ask your date what they are wearing, he/she may want you to match. If you don’t feel like matching, you can always go with gray, black or, white, as those colors go with anything and everything.

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Would it be fine to wear a black jumpsuit as a girl or should is be a short dress/romper?

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If it meets the dress code and you're comfortable, then go for it. You can always spice it up with some makeup, jewelry, or fancy shoes.

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Which dress type is best for an eighth-grade dance?

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It just depends on your color tones, your style and your fit. For an eighth-grade dance, try a teacup so if you feel like dancing, dress material wouldn't be in the way. Wear something that you feel comfortable in, and follow your school's dress code (if you have one).

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I was going to wear a dress I already have, but it's too fancy. Nobody will drive me to the store. I don't like borrowing clothes from my friends. What can I do?

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If no one will take you anywhere and you don't want to borrow anything, you don't really have any choice but to wear what you already have. It's okay to look fancy, it's a formal!

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I am light brown with black hair. What color would look good on me?

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Maybe a purple or green dress; pastel colors might look good, too!

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Can I wear a white dress to a semi-formal casual dance?

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Of course! White dresses are very in style right now. Add some bright earrings, or bracelets to make you stand out in the crowd.

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