Cracking The Dress Code: The Formal Edition

CRACKING THE DRESS CODE 60 70 20 30 FORMAL EDIT ION WHITE TIE a.k.a. “Full Dress" 1. white full-dress shirt with white pique wing collar 3 2. white bov 3. white shirt studs 4, black double breasted tailcoat 5. white waistcoat 6. white cufflinks 7. black pleated pants w/ satin stripe on outer seam 8. black opera pumps or patent leather oxfords This is the most strict dress code O Waistcoat should cover trouser waistband but not extend below tailcoat O Tailcoat is never worn closed BLACK TIE 1. black tuxedo jacket w/ satin peak lapel 2. black bow tie 3. white dress shirt or tux pleat shirt 4. black cummerbund or waistcoat 5. cufflinks 6. black flat front tuxedo pants w/ satin stripe on outer seam 7. black patent leather oxfords Standard tux jacket is single breasted, one button, peak lapel Optional accessories: boutonniere, pocket square, opera scarf Flat front dress shirt can be switched for a subtle pleat O Waist should not go uncovered BLACK TIE OPTIONAL 1. colored bow tie 2. flower lapel pin or boutonniere 3. going without a cummerbund 4. necktie instead of bow tie 5. pocket square 6. dark grey instead of black Allows for some flexibility in details, accessories & subtle neutral color in suit material O Standard Black Tie is also OK Strictness will depend on occasion and host O Don't wear anything too bold (unless you look damn good) BLACK TIE CREATIVE I. shawl lapel 2. necktie instead of bow tie 3. tuxedo in full dark color 4. colorful bow tie 5. color jacket with contrast lapel 6. slim cut pants 7. dark brown wingtips 9 Allows you to showcase personal style. Above are suggestions, not requirements. O Standard Black Tie is also OK O Try a change in lapel style, color, accessories or shoes. Use your judgement. LOUNGE 1. two button suit (no tuxedos) 2. notch lapel 3. semi-spread collar dress shirt 4. pocket square 5. skinny tie & tie bar 6. slim cut pants 7. whiskey colored oxfords Somewhat lesser known, this code requires a suit. Above are suggestions, not requirements. O No tuxedos TJES.com GentieManual 90 00 80