YES! You can find a great black-tie option on a budget! Everything featured here is under $50. If you have a maxi dress already in your closet, you might consider dressing it up with some accessories for an evening out. It's another great way to shop your closet and stay within your budget.

Empire line dress
$50 - boohoo.com

Charlotte Russe lace peep toe pumps
$35.50 - charlotterusse.com

Rhinestone clutch
$39.95 - dsw.com

Juicy Couture block earrings
originally $52  now $35 - juicycouture.com

Wallis rose necklace
originally $35 now $18 - wallisfashion.com