What's a tasteful military ball gown?

I've seen soldiers of all ranks marry none prostitutes. It's a common theme so I'm not surprised.

Anything but that... it's a military function, not a club.

Class
simple = elegant

82nd?

Not this

Honestly glad I retired from the Army some years ago. It is situations like this that appall me. Those in power try to regulate morality while simultaneously pardoning those who commit some of the most vile acts in the ranks, (DUI, adultery, coercion, sexual assault etc.) Because YOUR significant other doesn't look that good and has had perhaps way too many visits at Dunkin, you want to bash other people. Try looking in the mirror.

The fact that I have seen this dress on a lingerie website.....

As a man why would you even allow your wife to leave the house dressed as such.?

Inappropriate wear for a Military ball, however there are ways to address the issue without embarrassment and tactfulness.

Dress with respect ladies, this is not a night out at the club!!