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The Proper Attire To Wear
Some weddings will be labeled as a white tie affair when it comes to the dress standard. Chances are that if you are actually invited to one of these, then you know even better than we do about what to wear.
The ultra formality of white tie evening wear is generally reserved for occasions more formal than your everyday wedding. Of course, your wedding does not need to be everyday, but the white tie look is the one that involves the white vest or tail coat, the white bow tie, and the tail coat. If you already have a white tie outfit, then you are all set. If not, then you need to go directly to the source. Find a tailor or other fancy attire establishment to get the specifics.
Black Tie and its various incarnations is a little less formal, but still pretty stuffy. Here is where the tuxedo comes in. Often times the groom will be the one in the black tie look or perhaps the white tie look, to stand out and others will be permitted less formal of dress. Black tie includes a black tie, excludes the vest, and opts for a dinner jacket instead of coat tails.
Formal wear can mean any thing from business formal to black tie. Business formal means that business style suits are acceptable, even so, we do not suggest that you break out the khaki or the gray pin stripes for this. Keep it dark. If the invitation says formal, then check with a trusted friend who will also be in attendance. Be sure that the business suit and necktie are acceptable before you put that tux away.
Unfortunately, the colloquialism of sartorial terminology in modern times has also affected semi formal dress. Some times, this means business formal, while other times, this is when colored shirts, bright ties, and khaki suits, even forgoing the suit coat at times, can come out. Again, be sure to check on details. When in doubt, though, stick to the more formal side of the semi formal.
Dressy casual permits sports coats and khaki. It might be safe to toss out your necktie at this point, but it might be wise to keep one on hand. Do be aware that you can get away with a little more in terms of the over all look, but keep in mind that you are still attending a wedding. Remember that if you are the groom, then you still ought to go for the tux. Unless all the in laws agree other wise, then your tux will be a permanent fixture of the wedding.
Casual dress means that every thing goes, and festive wear usually invites a dressier look than casual with holiday colors being the emphasis. Keep in mind that some weddings go to extremes of color and style, so beach wear, cowboy garb, and space age jumpsuits may even be requested. Ultimately, you have been invited to come, because you know some body. So, do not be afraid to make a phone call so you know exactly how to dress for a wedding.
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