The Style ... A fter so many
venue and time of day when dressing for
months on the
the wedding. Cocktail attire generally suits
couch, wedding
for evening events, while outdoor beach
guests are excited to have the opportunity to get dressed up again and they’re going all out!
Black-tie is back in a big way! Women go for the glamour. Pull out those floor
wedding will allow you to be more casual. If you’re attending one of those themed parties we mentioned earlier, feel free to pull out all the stops (as long as you don’t overshadow the bride)!
length gowns and gorgeous cutaway styles. No need to shy away from black
Turning to the gents, let’s talk tuxes. What
dresses at a wedding any longer when
does black-tie really mean? Is a tuxedo
they exude elegant sophistication. Metallic
necessary? While rules aren’t always strictly
shoes and glitzy accessories or bright
observed (especially here on island time),
colors elevate even the simplest black
when the event specifies black-tie as the
dress and add contemporary flair. Touches
attire, a classic tuxedo really is preferred. A
like embroidered flowers or a chiffon
formal dinner jacket paired with well-tailored
underskirt can give black a softer, more
dress trousers is an acceptable alternative.
feminine look. And your jewelry can
When your invitation indicates “black-tie
either dazzle or be delicate. Other dark hues like navy and burgundy and jewel tones are popular too, and pink continues to trend. You can
preferred,” that means you can opt for a less formal suit instead of a tuxedo. Rather than floor length formals, women can then choose shorter cocktail dresses.
never go wrong with a sequined dress at an evening reception!
Over the years, tuxedos and business suits have both evolved so the differences between
If you’re not following a
the two have become blurry and confusing.
black-tie dress code,
If you don’t have a tux hanging in your closet,
as always, consider
don’t want to rent, and want to invest in some new wardrobe items that you’re sure will be appropriate for your social event schedule, here are some guidelines to suits, tuxedos, and the ubiquitous dinner jacket. Most obviously, you can differentiate a tuxedo from a suit by the fact that it has satin lapels and accents. Satin (or occasionally grosgrain) facing is used on a tuxedo’s lapels, buttons, and pocket piping, as well as down the side of the pant legs. The lapels of a tuxedo also differ
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