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How adorable is this True Destiny Black Lighthouse Dress from Fullbeauty.com

Again, chatting with the host will give you helpful pointers as to their interpretation of the dress code to see if you're on the right track (and to avoid unplanned twinning).

A head-to-toe stunner, this Ombre-beaded long black prom dress embraces contemporary elegance while shimmering in the spotlight

These sneakers effortlessly fit in both semi-formal and informal settings

Black and brown leather shoes are great options to pair khaki with in the colder months

Mindy Kaling (@mindykaling) February 27, 2015 Why can't we all agree on the color of the dress (it's definitely light blue and gold)