I HATE wearing dresses — need advice when I’m the only one in pants

I really don’t like wearing dresses and I never feel comfortable in them. I also prefer wearing darker colors — white or lighter colors make me uncomfortable too.

The problem is when I go to events (sometimes female-only parties), everyone else is in dresses and I’m the only one wearing pants. I still dress appropriately, but I feel super noticeable.

I don’t want to give in to peer pressure, but I also don’t want to look out of place. I have another event coming up and I’m pretty sure it’ll be the same situation.

If you also avoid dresses, what do you wear instead?