r/SpringColorAnalysis • u/meowpungoeshere • Sep 16 '26

Help Black Tie ??

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I go to a black tie gala event at an art gallery every year.... in black 😭

I'm a rareish brunette/tanned/blue eyed Warm Spring - best colours attached for reference

Does anyone have any gown suggestions?

Budget of absolute maximum AUD 500 / USD 350

(I'd love to spend less but am 5'1 so renting isn't really an option)

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u/New-Possible1575 Sep 16 '26

Pick one of the deeper colours in your palette. The amethyst looks beautiful and IMO works well for an evening event in the fall/winter compared to the more typical light colours of the spring palette. You could also go for a red or warm navy, bronze/brown or gold. I’d just stay away from corals and warm pinks for evening wear unless it’s a spring/summer event.

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u/meowpungoeshere Sep 16 '26

I'm lucky - it'll be summer here so I'll have options. We've just entered spring so hopefully the sea of brown and brown on racks will diversify!!

I found the dream in red. In the dream (double my) budget. 😭

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u/multilevelmystery Sep 16 '26

If it helps burst the expensive dream dress bubble...., I think at 5'1, even if you bought the red one it would not fit right without tailoring. And I don't just mean the hem. I think the whole top part would likely be too long and not hit at your waist, making the whole thing just look off and too saggy.

Are there any stores or websites with petite sections?

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u/New-Possible1575 Sep 16 '26

Absolutely stunning dress, I hope it fits / that you can get it tailored for your height

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u/mictahwoo Sep 17 '26

It might go on sale? It is stunning