White tie is the most formal dress code, and it’s also the most elegant and sophisticated with more rules than a black-tie event.” For example, a classic tuxedo won’t cut it for men.

The hosts' message began by dubbing the wedding "The Black Tie Event of the Fall!" then continued to list some important things for guests to keep in mind for the evening.

Include “Black Tie” on your invitation and provide dress code guidance on your website. If inspired to do so, adding a few examples or inspiration images can help guests understand what’s ...

What “black tie optional” really means is that you would have preferred full-on black tie, but sensed it might be too much of an ask for everyone on your guest list. Which is fair.

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“Folks don’t seem to understand that a black tie event is an experience, not just an excuse to look nice. There is luxury at a black-tie event,” one commenter wrote.

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I received a wedding invitation that states “black tie only.” This leaves a bad taste in my mouth: It seems to say that I’m important enough to invite to your wedding, but ...

Perhaps you’ve found yourself the recipient of an invitation with a black-tie dress code. Maybe it’s a wedding, a gala, or another equally formal event. At a time when our day-to-day attire ...