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Dress Codes and Fashion Semiotics
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Black Tie
Formal evening dress code for events after 6 p.m., requiring a tuxedo for men and an elegant dress for women.
White Tie
The most formal dress code, typically for events after 6 p.m., including tailcoats for men and full-length ball gowns for women.
Business Formal
A professional dress code that includes suits for men and tailored dresses or pantsuits for women.
Business Casual
A relaxed but professional dress code that may include slacks, collared shirts, and skirts without the need for a full suit.
Casual
A relaxed dress code with no specific requirements, often including jeans, T-shirts, and sneakers.
Cocktail Attire
Semi-formal dress code for parties and events, calling for a stylish dress or suit that isn't as formal as black tie.
Smart Casual
A dress code that mixes casual and formal elements, such as pairing blazers with denim, or dresses with casual footwear.
Festive Attire
A dress code for special occasions, like holidays, calling for a celebratory look that's a bit more embellished or colorful than usual.
Resort Wear
A dress code for vacation or cruise attire, often including lightweight, comfortable fabrics suitable for a tropical or seaside setting.
Lounge Suit
A term used primarily in the UK to describe a standard business suit involving a jacket with matching trousers.
Morning Dress
A formal dress code for daytime events, primarily in the UK, involving a morning coat, waistcoat, and striped trousers for men.
Athleisure
A trend that involves wearing clothing designed for workouts and athletic activities in other settings, like work or social occasions.
Creative Black Tie
A variant on traditional black tie that allows for more personal expression through unique accessories or touches of color.
Academic Dress
Regalia worn by academic staff and students during formal academic events like graduations, including robes, hoods, and caps.
Garden Attire
A semi-formal dress code for outdoor events, involving light, airy fabrics and florals for a more casual but put-together look.
Beach Formal
A dress code for formal events held at the beach, often involving lightweight, breathable fabrics and a more relaxed style.
Eco-Fashion
A movement towards sustainable and environmentally friendly clothing, utilizing materials and practices with minimal impact on the planet.
Avant-Garde
Fashion that is innovative, pushing boundaries and often seen as unconventional or experimental.
Haute Couture
High-end fashion that is constructed by hand from start to finish, made from high-quality, expensive, often unusual fabric and sewn with extreme attention to detail.
Techwear
A clothing style that blends high functionality with fashion, often incorporating performance fabrics, multi-pocket designs, and water-resistant properties.
Normcore
A fashion trend characterized by unpretentious, average-looking clothing, emphasizing uniformity and comfort over standout trends.
Boho-Chic
A style that combines bohemian and hippie influences with modern fashion, including relaxed fits, ethnic prints, and natural materials.
Cosplay
A hobby where participants wear costumes and fashion accessories to represent a specific character or idea from a work of fiction.
Military Wear
Clothing inspired by military uniforms often including features like camouflage, functional design, and a utilitarian aesthetic.
Mod Style
A fashion style originating from London in the 1960s, characterized by bold geometric patterns, sharp tailoring, and bright colors.
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