Dressing For a Formal Event
It's always exciting when you receive an invitation to a formal dinner party. This initial excitement is inevitably tempered with the realisation that you will need to go out shopping for suitably formal attire. It's all too easy to get stressed and shout "what on Earth am I meant to wear?" however help is at hand. If you follow these handy pointers then you will be able to put together a suitable outfit effortlessly.
Start by reading the invitation carefully to determine what sort of attire will be most appropriate for the evening. If the invitation states that the even will be 'black tie' then it is important that you wear a tuxedo. If you are lucky enough to already own one then make sure it is still in fashion (check out some recent mens style magazines). You will also need to make sure that it still fits and that you still have accessories that will go with it. If you don't have your own then it is a good idea to go out and rent a tuxedo. Be careful that the rental company provides all of the outfit, including vest, cummerbund, shoes, shirt and cufflinks. Also check the outfit to make sure all the buttons have been sewn on!
On the other hand if your outfit states 'black tie optional' then this would mean that you need to wear a dark suit. Tradition would dictate that you wear a black or dark blue suit if you choose not to wear a tuxedo. If you decide that you are going to wear a suit then make sure the tie that goes with the suit will adequately reflect the formal status of the evening.
On some occasions you may find that you have been invited to a 'white tie' event in which case this is a very formal occasion. This means that you will need to go to town with you outfit and include a formal shirt, vest, 'white tie' cummerbund, cufflinks and the shiniest black shoes. If you really want to make yourself stand out then why not acquire yourself a top hat, tails and a cane!
If formal attire has been requested as part of a wedding then it is important that you accept you are a part of the wedding and as such must wear what the bride and groom have requested that you wear.
For women, the 'little black dress' you keep in the back of your cupboard will be suitable for many formal occasions. It may be in the form of a kneelength dress, or a little shorter with a more formal touch. This could take the form of fabric that has an extra sheen or perhaps some accessorising with the use of rhonestoes. You would choose to wear a longer formal dress for more grand occasions. If this is the case then ensure your shoes and handbag all match your outfit.
Whatever the event, don't get stressed about what should be a highly enjoyable occasion. Have some fun putting together your outfit and make sure the evening is one to remember.
It's always exciting when you receive an invitation to a formal dinner party. This initial excitement is inevitably tempered with the realisation that you will need to go out shopping for suitably formal attire. It's all too easy to get stressed and shout "what on Earth am I meant to wear?" however help is at hand. If you follow these handy pointers then you will be able to put together a suitable outfit effortlessly.
Start by reading the invitation carefully to determine what sort of attire will be most appropriate for the evening. If the invitation states that the even will be 'black tie' then it is important that you wear a tuxedo. If you are lucky enough to already own one then make sure it is still in fashion (check out some recent mens style magazines). You will also need to make sure that it still fits and that you still have accessories that will go with it. If you don't have your own then it is a good idea to go out and rent a tuxedo. Be careful that the rental company provides all of the outfit, including vest, cummerbund, shoes, shirt and cufflinks. Also check the outfit to make sure all the buttons have been sewn on!
On the other hand if your outfit states 'black tie optional' then this would mean that you need to wear a dark suit. Tradition would dictate that you wear a black or dark blue suit if you choose not to wear a tuxedo. If you decide that you are going to wear a suit then make sure the tie that goes with the suit will adequately reflect the formal status of the evening.
On some occasions you may find that you have been invited to a 'white tie' event in which case this is a very formal occasion. This means that you will need to go to town with you outfit and include a formal shirt, vest, 'white tie' cummerbund, cufflinks and the shiniest black shoes. If you really want to make yourself stand out then why not acquire yourself a top hat, tails and a cane!
If formal attire has been requested as part of a wedding then it is important that you accept you are a part of the wedding and as such must wear what the bride and groom have requested that you wear.
For women, the 'little black dress' you keep in the back of your cupboard will be suitable for many formal occasions. It may be in the form of a kneelength dress, or a little shorter with a more formal touch. This could take the form of fabric that has an extra sheen or perhaps some accessorising with the use of rhonestoes. You would choose to wear a longer formal dress for more grand occasions. If this is the case then ensure your shoes and handbag all match your outfit.
Whatever the event, don't get stressed about what should be a highly enjoyable occasion. Have some fun putting together your outfit and make sure the evening is one to remember.
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