Finally, a Guide on What to Wear to the Opera

You can always count on feathers to add just the right amount of drama to any ensemble. An elegant feather-trimmed dress will (almost) always ensure you a spot on the best-dressed list – even at the Opera.

The beauty of the slip dress remains in the fact that it can be worn absolutely anywhere. Whether it’s the beach, the red carpet, or the Opera, pick an appropriate slip dress and accessories and you are good to go.

An elegant gown, especially a strapless one in a bold color, paired with dainty jewelry can never go wrong. However, if you wish to keep things simple, a black dress is a safer bet.

Embellishments – when done right – can inject your outfit with just the right amount of glamour. If you are in a sparkly mood, then we suggest taking inspiration from influencers Dima Sheikhly and Dana Malhas on the art of styling embellished dresses. 

Even though the temperatures are steadily rising in the UAE, you can still slip into leather in the evenings. We particularly love Amina Muaddi‘s strapless leather co-ord piece. If you too are into at a head-to-toe leather look for your night at the Opera, we suggest you to opt for dainty, minimal accessories to go with the look.

Fringe can make any dress go from zero to one hundred real quick. When in doubt, slip into your favorite fringe dress, et voila.

Nobody ever said that you have to wear a gown. Like we mentioned earlier, there are no strict dress codes at the Opera. Which means you can walk into the halls in a powerful pantsuit or a stunning blazer if you want to.

If you’re looking for an excuse to bring that stunning dress with dramatically-sized sleeves home, then this is it. Opera or not, you can always rely on puffed sleeves to add a glamorous touch to the simplest of outfits. Team it up with elegant accessories, et voila.

Looking for an excuse to wear your exquisite gloves ever since you binge-watched Bridgerton? When you live in Dubai, the only time you can actually sport elbow-length gloves is when visiting the Opera.