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FORMAL ATTIRE suggests Black Tie > however
today's fashion trends permit designers and retailers to
interpret the traditional formal 'black tie' eventwear to
include dress suits for men as well as gowns of various lengths for
ladies... Please note: The Laurel is a Black tie event. It is required
for young men attending to be dressed in a tuxedo. If you
have questions regarding attire please do not hesitate to send us an
email and we will get back to you as soon as
possible. You may contact us at
info@thelaurelball.com We look forward to seeing
everyone Happy Holidays.
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If the Invitation says "Black Tie"
It is generally accepted that "Black Tie" requires formal
attire. Take advantage of this opportunity to truly look and feel your
very best in a tuxedo. Today, "Black Tie" means formal attire, not
specifically to wear a black tie.
If the Invitation says "White Tie" or "Full Dress"
You can step into the glittering special occasion looking dashing and
proper in a traditional tailcoat. Wear a white wing collar shirt, a
white pique vest, white tie, and black trousers accented by the formal
satin stripe. Complete your outfit with patent shoes.
If the Invitation says "Black Tie Preferred"
Indicates that the host prefers guests to wear formal evening attire to
the special occasion. Black Tuxedo, White Dinner Jacket (mid-April
through Labor Day) or a dark contemporary style tuxedo are acceptable
(no Tailcoats). Non-formal Dress Suits are also acceptable, but not
preferred by the host.
If the Invitation says "Black Tie Optional"
Is not as strong a statement for formal attire as "Black Tie" or "Black
Tie Preferred," yet formal dress is wholly appropriate and acceptable.
Styles may include Black Tuxedo, White Dinner Jacket (mid-April through
Labor Day) or a dark contemporary style Tuxedo (no Tailcoats).
If the Invitation says "Black Tie Invited"
Is a phrase appearing more frequently than "preferred" or "optional."
It is usually in the context of large gatherings of civic or business
groups, such as a dinner sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce. It
states that gentlemen attending are welcome to dress in formal attire
if they would like, but it is not required. Styles for these affairs
are the same as for "Black Tie Optional."
If the Invitation says "Semi-Formal"
In strict and very proper social circles, "Semi-Formal" means "Black
Tie." However, today, if a host wants his guests to wear Black Tuxedos,
he will generally use the phrase "Black Tie Event." "Semi-Formal"
allows any style of Tuxedo or Dinner Jacket. This is where knowledge of
your local community, common sense and good taste come into play. For
example, it would be more appropriate to dress formally if the
invitation were to a dinner party at the local country club than if it
were to a dance celebrating a local college football victory.
