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Dress Codes and Fashion Semiotics
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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.
Casual
A relaxed dress code with no specific requirements, often including jeans, T-shirts, and sneakers.
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.
Academic Dress
Regalia worn by academic staff and students during formal academic events like graduations, including robes, hoods, and caps.
Techwear
A clothing style that blends high functionality with fashion, often incorporating performance fabrics, multi-pocket designs, and water-resistant properties.
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.
Lounge Suit
A term used primarily in the UK to describe a standard business suit involving a jacket with matching trousers.
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.
Normcore
A fashion trend characterized by unpretentious, average-looking clothing, emphasizing uniformity and comfort over standout trends.
Creative Black Tie
A variant on traditional black tie that allows for more personal expression through unique accessories or touches of color.
Business Formal
A professional dress code that includes suits for men and tailored dresses or pantsuits for women.
Cosplay
A hobby where participants wear costumes and fashion accessories to represent a specific character or idea from a work of fiction.
Morning Dress
A formal dress code for daytime events, primarily in the UK, involving a morning coat, waistcoat, and striped trousers for men.
Beach Formal
A dress code for formal events held at the beach, often involving lightweight, breathable fabrics and a more relaxed style.
Military Wear
Clothing inspired by military uniforms often including features like camouflage, functional design, and a utilitarian aesthetic.
Garden Attire
A semi-formal dress code for outdoor events, involving light, airy fabrics and florals for a more casual but put-together look.
Mod Style
A fashion style originating from London in the 1960s, characterized by bold geometric patterns, sharp tailoring, and bright colors.
Athleisure
A trend that involves wearing clothing designed for workouts and athletic activities in other settings, like work or social occasions.
Boho-Chic
A style that combines bohemian and hippie influences with modern fashion, including relaxed fits, ethnic prints, and natural materials.
Eco-Fashion
A movement towards sustainable and environmentally friendly clothing, utilizing materials and practices with minimal impact on the planet.
Business Casual
A relaxed but professional dress code that may include slacks, collared shirts, and skirts without the need for a full suit.
Resort Wear
A dress code for vacation or cruise attire, often including lightweight, comfortable fabrics suitable for a tropical or seaside setting.
Black Tie
Formal evening dress code for events after 6 p.m., requiring a tuxedo for men and an elegant dress for women.
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