Etiquette Monday: Formal Attire / Black Tie
I know…I talk a lot about dress codes. But as a woman I feel it is super important to know what is acceptable and not acceptable to wear to events with a specific dress code (especially since at one point I had no idea!).
I have a corporate holiday party this Friday and the invitations read “Formal Attire” and I have received quite a few inquiries, from men and women, as to what black tie mean. So, here is what you can get away with:
Men
It is really quite simple. If you have a tuxedo, wear it. If not, then a nicely tailored black suit will do just fine. Pair that with black leather dress shoes (preferably patent leather) and a black tie and you’re done!
Classic Tux!
Keep it to a white shirt & black tie and you're set!
Ummm....yea...maybe not.
Women
Okay, it gets a bit more complicated for us. But very simply, you will look completely appropriate in a long formal gown or dressy cocktail dress.
Classic Evening Gown
If you're not into the long gown...LOVE THIS!
Totally Cute!!! But not for Black Tie.
Cheers!
Can you let me know where the long black classic evening gown is from which is under the monday, december 1st, 2008 - etiquette monday: formal attire / black tie. I am looking for a dress just like this and this one is perfect.
thanks
Jo
Hi Jo -
I found the dress on the Nordstrom website. Its a BCBG Max Azria gown - you can find more details here: http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/3056852/0~2376776~2374327~2374331~6014150?mediumthumbnail=Y&origin=category&searchtype=&pbo=6014150&P=1