While a cocktail dress code isn't as strict as white or black-tie, it's not an invitation to wear just anything. Who What Wear says cocktail attire sits in that gray area between formal and casual ...

“Generally speaking, this isn’t the time for a navy, gray, or other color suit ... expect to see a tropical-themed dress code on their invitation. While the welcome party typically skews ...

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 ...

While you shouldn’t wear an all-white dress—especially with fabric elements like lace that are seen as quite bridal—there is a gray ... dress code for guests. Of course, your invitation ...