Definition of Dress Code?

Question

I am getting married in October and I am stuck with what the dress code will be. It is an evening contemporary wedding and we would like people to dress as if they are arriving at the red carpet. How can I encapsulate that in one word?

Answer 1

Black Tie Optional ... put that at the bottom of the invite and you're all set. The only reason I would suggest the "optional" is because a lot of people might not feel comfortable in a tux or might not be able to rent one, etc. It gives them the option to wear a black suit instead, but they know not to show up in khakis and a blazer.

Answer 2

"Black Tie Optional" is the correct wording.
This and the fact that the wedding will be after 6:00 indicates a formal affair. Of course, most men do not own a tux and will not rent one , but it sends the signal that this is not a casual affair where one would show up in denim and athletic shoes.

Answer 3

Classy to Dress-to-impress

Answer 4

Formal

Answer 5

you really can't make people dress up for your wedding, there will always be someone in jeans

you might want to make the word fancy on the invitation "like a hollywood premier" or some jazz like that, but people will dress nice overall

Answer 6

Three words: (can't do it in less)

"Black-tie preferred."

Unless your guests are totally clueless, they'll realize that this will mean they need to dress to the nines! =)

Answer 7

Black Tie Requested.

I know it's three words, but that's what will tell people to really dress up.

Answer 8

This would be a Balck Tie event.

Answer 9

Evening formal or black tie. Sorry - it's two words.

Answer 10

In the invitation, write "Black Tie Reception" to follow, or spell out where & when it will be.