This post will give you four sample college formal outfit ideas.

Formals. Date Party. Invite. They go by many names but they all mean the same thing: it’s time to dress up.

This year, we’ve spent most of our time wearing sweats with unwashed hair. Formal nights are an excuse to get your nails done, wear something fancy, and do your makeup! Oh, and they’re a great way to forget all about your upcoming finals.

It can be hard to figure out what outfits to wear to college formal events each year. Should you go for something bold and attention grabbing? What color is best? Heels or booties?

The answer to these questions is way more simple than you think: wear whatever you want! At the end of the day, it’s all about styling the pieces that make you feel the most comfortable.

If you’re struggling to figure out what to wear to an upcoming event, here are four college formal outfit ideas.

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Formal Look 1: Elegant & Sultry

Slip dresses are a go-to outfit choice for any college formal event. They’re sexy, yet very classy and look great on everyone. Not to mention, they are easy to style in many different ways!

This champagne-bronze may just be the prettiest neutral of all time. It will make you look like a goddess, especially if you pair it with some delicate, gold jewelry. Let this dress hang loose without a belt so it doesn’t lose its movement.

Pair it with white accessories, like this bag and these shoes to really highlight the bronzed look we’re going for here.