With so many different dress codes out there, it can be difficult to know what to wear, even when the type of dress requested is stated on the invitation.
Here are few dress codes that we should master.
SMART CASUAL
Wear a pencil skirt or dress pants, paired with a silk or button-down top and high heels.
DRESSY CASUAL
Avoid wearing denim, tennis shoes, and cotton tees. Instead, opt for silk pants, dress pants, or a skirt. Pair with a patent leather flat, or one with nice embellishments such as a bow, buckle, or a print.
COUNTRY CLUB CASUAL
Choose an open-necked or polo shirt. You can also opt for dresses and skirts with minimal accessories.
BUSINESS CASUAL
Put on a skirt, khakis, or dress pants paired with long sleeve or three-quarter sleeve tops. A casual dress and flats are options as well.
COCKTAIL ATTIRE
Wear a shorter dress with some frill. The classic little black dress makes for great cocktail attire, and is the easiest to show your personality by accessorizing to suit your mood.
When to wear it: adult birthday parties, evening social events.
LOUNGE
Wear a dress that would be appropriate for brunch or afternoon tea. It should fall to, or slightly above, the knee, and not be too sparkly or low-cut. Incorporate a jacket or shawl to cover the arms.
When to wear it: daytime engagement parties, business breakfasts, afternoon tea.
WHITE TIE
A floor-length ball gown is a must. Accessorize with opera length gloves, glamorous jewels, and up-do hairstyles.
When to wear it: charity fundraisers, government ceremonies, weddings, the opera.
BLACK TIE
Gussy up in a floor-length ball gown. A very dressy cocktail dress may be acceptable depending on the venue of the event.
When to wear it: charity fundraisers, political dinner parties, weddings.
BLACK TIE OPTIONAL
Look glamorous in a long gown, cocktail dress, or luxurious separates. Accessorize with items such as long gloves, clutches, and jewelry to top off the whole look.
When to wear it: elegant events such as galas, silent auctions, weddings, formal.
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