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Black Tie
Black Tie is a highly formal dress code for evening events and social functions, typically after 6 pm. Men wear a black tuxedo, bow tie, and dress shoes, while women wear evening gowns.
Cocktail Attire
Cocktail attire is semi-formal wear for parties and social events that are not as formal as black tie events. Men wear a suit and tie, while women wear a cocktail dress or sophisticated separates.
Business Professional
Business professional is a conservative dress code for the workplace. Men wear a dark-colored suit, tie, and dress shoes. Women wear a tailored dress, skirt with a blazer, or a pantsuit, complemented with closed-toe footwear.
Business Casual
Business casual is less formal than business professional, blending professional with casual. Men can wear slacks or chinos with a collared shirt and optional tie. Women can wear a skirt or pants with a casual blouse or sweater.
Smart Casual
Smart casual is a neat yet casual dress code. Men and women have the flexibility to wear relaxed, but polished, wardrobe items. Men can wear chinos with a blazer, while women might opt for a dress or tailored separates.
Casual
Casual dress code is relaxed and comfortable with no specific requirements. This often includes jeans, T-shirts, sundresses, and sneakers, appropriate for many everyday occasions.
White Tie
White Tie is the most formal dress code, usually reserved for state dinners, formal balls, and high-society events. Men wear a tailcoat, white bow tie, and starched white shirt. Women wear full-length ball gowns.
Morning Dress
Morning Dress is a traditional formal dress code for daytime events, particularly popular in the UK. Men wear a morning coat, waistcoat, and striped trousers. Women wear a conservative dress or suit.
Festive Attire
Festive Attire is used for holiday parties and occasions that call for a celebratory fashion. It involves dressing up, but with a fun and festive touch like bright colors and embellishments. Think sparkle and holiday-inspired accessories.
Beach Formal
Beach Formal dress code blends formal wear with beach-appropriate attire, used for beach weddings or upscale seaside events. Men can wear a summer suit, women in a formal summer dress, both in light fabrics.
Creative Black Tie
Creative Black Tie allows for trendy interpretations of formal wear. Men might wear a black shirt or a unique tie, women can be more adventurous with their gown choice, blending elegance with personal style.
Country Club Casual
Country Club Casual is a dressy casual dress code often required at country clubs or upscale establishments. It generally excludes jeans and promotes collared shirts for men and tasteful dresses or skirts for women.
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