At semi-formal functions, men can forgo a tie or bow tie, which isn't the case at a black-tie optional wedding. As for women, above-the-knee dresses replace long gowns at semi-formal events.

If you get an invitation to a black-tie wedding, you'll want to dress to impress. For the ladies, an evening gown is the preferred option while tuxes are appropriate for men.

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From black-tie elegance to casual celebrations, this guide ensures you’ll dress appropriately and stylishly for any wedding invitation. Whether it’s a beach ceremony, garden party, or grand ...

Black Tie Optional or Formal is another step towards more casual dressing than the previous Black Tie. For suiting, tuxedos are not required however, a formal dark suit with a white dress shirt ...

Though prom season is behind us, wedding season is now in full force — and there's a high probability that at least one of your events this season will have a black-tie or formal dress code. So ...

Black tie means black tie, and you risk being a fashion faux pas if you don't stick to the dress code. "Traditionally, black tie means a gown and a tux," Brown said of the attire for women and men.

WHEN LUKE VACHON attended a formal wedding in Hudson, N.Y., a few months ago, he jilted the blah black tux. Instead of wearing a predictable 007-style ensemble like most male guests, the Montreal ...