You’ve been invited to a party; a wedding; a ball. The invitation gives clear instructions on arrival times, what to bring, and that you may attend with a guest – but the dress code is distressingly vague.
How festive is “festive”? What’s the difference between “business formal” and “smart casual”? If outfit requirements are getting your head in a spin, don’t panic – we’re here to help decode the dress codes, ensuring you’re suitably glamorous for any occasion ahead of this busy festive season.
Black Tie
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Possibly the easiest dress code to decode for men, black tie is a no-brainer – a tuxedo. Women can interpret the black tie dress code with a little more flexibility: choose from a longer-length dress or sophisticated separates, but keep it elegant. Use your head, too: a black-tie wedding calls for something a little more extravagant than a work event.
