Cover up for black tie dress? Not a shawl!

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I’m attending a black tie dinner soon. I have a black strapless dress to wear but suspect the attendees may be dressed slightly more conservatively. I’m really happy with the dress but am after a stylish cover up to show slightly less skin.

Not keen on pashminas etc as I think they’re a bit boring.

can anyone offer a suggestion? Budget up to £200

Any chance of a photo of the dress?

All a bit out-there...

https://www.karenmillen.com/textured-rosette-woven-cropped-cape/BKK22908-105-18.html

https://www.karenmillen.com/crystal-applique-woven-maxi-cape/BKK13093-105-14.html

This one is burgundy
https://www.johnlewis.com/phase-eight-montee-lace-cover-up-burgundy/p112523060

This is the dress: https://www.theoutnet.com/shop/product/nicholas/dresses/midi-dresses/strapless-crepe-midi-dress/1647597310291079

Gorgeous. I'd get a tuxedo jacket and push up the sleeves.

This

https://www.jjshouse.com/tulle-long-sleeves-evening-wedding-guest-bridesmaid-bolero-013307398-g307398

These are a little over budget:
https://www.needleandthread.com/products/feather-sequin-short-open-cape-dust-beige-silver

https://www.needleandthread.com/products/regal-rose-gloss-short-open-cape-cream

These are bit more high street:
https://www.next.co.uk/style/su354365/e30140?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=7971514255&gbraid=0AAAAADm_5UVa4TfrDBn8aGvarGnvmmCOn&gclid=CjwKCAjw24vBBhABEiwANFG7yy_QndJvc_U9e31Okh1UygDrZmLN9gyOuSvaeYD2VXsk485PeZB6mRoCH1YQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds#E30140

https://www.karenmillen.com/textured-rosette-woven-cropped-cape/BKK22908-105-16.html?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=21824877543&gbraid=0AAAAACo7BY_Urz32Tk4zh0wPPx6PfMjjd&gclid=CjwKCAjw24vBBhABEiwANFG7y3sEgXsL8US4ynnEBPRTFow-qZRU9A6qdZ0jUb3Ss8MrjUVMGptESxoCja8QAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

Anything looking like the kind of thing you'd like?

Thanks! These are a bit fussy for my style (the long cloak is amazing though!) but good to see anyway

Actually I like this idea. I think a lot of the capes being posted so far as a bit too fussy for my taste

Glad you liked the long cloak! 😊
I did too - but could never wear it (not the right shape at all).

Your dress is amazing. I think it needs something very light and minimal - maybe like what GetMeOutOfHere20 posted.

Tux /jacket ideas

https://www.karenmillen.com/petite-tailored-lace-detail-single-breasted-blazer/BKK24618-105-22.html?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=21824818239&gbraid=0AAAAACo7BY-FW-oaZtBvgGIXm51jIEv_P&gclid=CjwKCAjw24vBBhABEiwANFG7y4T9vZHN2Yd0-b0FEatOfshNZflEKR1Kgg2iwGkUogQgBp_lI5YP3RoCnfMQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

I don't know this website, would want to check it out in more detail but this jacket is a bit fab. https://www.leely.co.uk/products/black-peak-lapel-cut-out-women-blazer?currency=GBP&variant=43943506608324&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Google%20Shopping&stkn=a616202b4aed&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=21744541329&gbraid=0AAAAAql6GCUGYEpgDlC2NR4LmTHnHCFXJ&gclid=CjwKCAjw24vBBhABEiwANFG7y_278QQ7U110xV7jB3zqIIlU96UEUZl4OKvu41VbAB7okkWA7c8h6BoCj4gQAvD_BwE

This satin blazer is nice and an excellent price.

www.brandalley.co.uk/18899144.html?gclsrc=aw.ds&&utm_campaign=(GB%3AsmecPMax)%20Clearance%20SKU&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_term=&utm_id=go_cmp-22114824707_adg-_ad-__dev-m_ext-_prd-18899147_mca-119667858_sig-CjwKCAjw24vBBhABEiwANFG7y3XrMa6fJJYt_pPKk8OSqVib_aQTqKwzbCLjYKW8zpSMeVqRFo_TdRoCQlgQAvD_BwE&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22108685220&gbraid=0AAAAAD9Yly70Eko319coHQ1JmMLKq2JBW&gclid=CjwKCAjw24vBBhABEiwANFG7y3XrMa6fJJYt_pPKk8OSqVib_aQTqKwzbCLjYKW8zpSMeVqRFo_TdRoCQlgQAvD_BwE

Cape will be too much. Deffo go light and can then still see the dress for what it is

This? Chiffon shrug. https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/787506425/black-mesh-bolero-see-through-cover-up

You could look for a Japanese Haori. There are some beautiful vintage ones online often made of silk.

I would do a faux fur cape

I’d wear a cape/cloak (any excuse to wear one!) thingamajig, but a sheer, plain one. This would depend on the style of dress, though. I’d go a shorter length with your dress, but because it is free of embellishments and other details a cape would definitely would be my choice. Unless you can get hold of a chic, cropped, fitted little velvet jacket.

I love your dress. My vote is for the Etsy shrug. Have a fantastic night out.