I have the black ribbon dress from Monsoon which has a corset and a full 50s style calf length net skirt with a floral ribbon design all over. It has loops on the waist to add a ribbon belt. As it will be cold I also have a nice Laura Ashley back wool coat to wear outside and it has flecks in the wool which sparkle and catch the light.

I still need to get shoes, jewellery, tights and a shrug or a bolero as I want to cover up a bit at the reception but I don't want to wear all black as I am going to a wedding not a funeral! Any suggestions please?

p.s. I did read some place you shouldn't team black with colour as it makes the colour look brighter but I love colours like teal and peacock blue though... I would like to keep the outfit 50s style as well right down to the shoes but am thinking peep toes might not be wise in the snow (