Is it acceptable to where a dress cut a little above the knees to the marine corps ball?

Answer 1

depends on the over all cut and style of the dress. a casual sundress, for instance, would not be appropriate, but a nice black velvet dress would be fine. Generally speaking though, above the knee is not appropriate.

Answer 2

ihave beento a numberof Birthday Balls and no one ever wears a short dress - the tea length (to the ankles) is the shortesti've ever seen and it was quite "ballerina" style. i don't think you'dbe comfortable in something that short as it is a formal occasion -old school formal - not somethinglike hollywood :)

since this is your first - here are a couple other hints....
1) make sure your cell phone is off or silent!
2) before you go in for the dinner portion - go to the rest room. once the ceremony starts it is highly improper to get up to use the restroom.
3) if you are prone to sentimentality (i am) be prepared.... there is generally a bagpiper playing amazing grace, the POW/MIA ceremony and the presentation of the oclors. it's quite moving
4) a small table will be set for one person off to the side but in aplace of honour - do NOT sit at the table - there is a glass upside down on the table - don't flipit back up -it's supposed to be that way. (a woman offered me that seat once and i kept politely declining, she was then going tosit and i explained it's ther ein honour of those that can not be with us tonight. the glass is inverted as they can not toast with us tonight - at one ball, someone; who thought they wer being helpful, kept turning the galss upright.)
5) take your camera - it's a wonderful time to get pictures with your Marine!
6) when you hear them barking -it's okay - they do that
7) if your Marine stands during the colors, if you feel compelled that's fine but generally, stay seated

i hope you have a blast and please tell your Marine - happy birthday and thank you from me!!

Answer 3

Short answer is no, not really.

You must consider the occasion. If the invitation does not state the dress, then you need to check with your date. If he doesn't know and most men don't. Ask him to give you the phone number of his CO's wife. She will be glad to help you.

Nothing is worse or more embarrassing than to show up to a military function and be under dressed. Plus remember, what you wear and how you act does reflect on your marine.

Answer 4

There is no dress code for women. Unless you're going to the Marine Corps ball in Washington, filled with dignitaries, the dress code need not be that formal.

If you have the legs to complement the dress, I say, go for it! You will make your date, proud!

Answer 5

This is a FORMAL occasion -- therefore, look to FORMAL WEAR for acceptable suggestions.