We have all been there. An invitation arrives in your mailbox, you open and instantly read the dress code: It's black tie. But what does black tie mean in an age when everything seems to be casual ...

There aren’t many occasions that require a black-tie dress code – unless you frequent charity galas, red carpets, and formal weddings – so when the opportunity arises, you might be wondering what on ...

But then there’s Wimbledon, with its unofficial invitation to dress “smart casual”. This unspoken dress code is set and practised ... block heels in gold, or in velvet studded with white ...

Although the dress code is ‘black tie’, dresses do not need to be black, unless explicitly stated on the invitation. White tie is known as ‘full evening dress’ or informally as ‘tails.’ ...

Deciding what to wear ultimately comes down to the fine print on the invitation—the dress code. While the intention is to provide guidance on guest attire, dress codes can often lead to confusion.

address and request for dietary requirements are crucial components of any invitation, but the most important element is the dress code. Whether it’s Vogue editor Anna Wintour’s Met Gala or a ...