its for a friend's 18th birthday
2006-11-14 00:26:40 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
It means u wear a jacket & tie.
2006-11-14 00:43:40 · answer #1 · answered by mstrywmn 7 · 1⤊ 2⤋
I agree with cat lover. It used to mean a jacket/sports coat and slacks (no tie required). But formality has changed so much (especially for your generation) so I think it's best to ask your friend his definition of semi-formal and go from there. According to the young men (?) listed above, khakis and a polo shirt may be appropriate. I would still say no t-shirt, jeans, or tennis shoes.
2006-11-14 09:28:54 · answer #2 · answered by llsBabygirl918 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Semi Formal means a suit, button down shirt and tie but your friend might have a different idea. I would ask him or her.
PS: A sportscoat and khaki's are not semi formal. That is considered business casual.
2006-11-14 14:01:51 · answer #3 · answered by KathyS 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Strange for an 18 year old to have a semi-formal. But a suit is fine. Coat and tie.
But saying that it is semi-formal also means that he is expecting a nice gift. So don't forget.
B
2006-11-14 10:33:46 · answer #4 · answered by Bacchus 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Semi-Formal = Coat & Tie
Formal = Tux
2006-11-14 12:51:13 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Semi-formal USED to mean a sport coat, shirt & tie, and nice pants, or a suit. Who knows what it means to young people any more! Ask your friend what he means---then you will know for sure!
Have a good time!
2006-11-14 08:45:46 · answer #6 · answered by Cat Lover 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
khakis with dress shirt and tailored leather jacket .....dressy but not over the top causual shoes no sneakers. wear a smile.
2006-11-14 10:21:26 · answer #7 · answered by entelectual h 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
uh well for me personally semi-formal means that it requirs like a nice shirt and a nice pair of jeans.... but i mean for most people cackys and a nice shirt does the trick
2006-11-14 08:36:52 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
A black suit, white shirt, black polished tied shoes, and a dressy tie. The jacket can be single or double -breasted, whatever the style is this week.
The ladies will be wearing cocktail dresses.
2006-11-14 08:42:14 · answer #9 · answered by riversconfluence 7 · 0⤊ 3⤋
A dress coat, not black. Black slacks, socks and shoes. A white shirt and tie to blend with the jacket.
2006-11-14 11:28:47 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋