I have been told that i could wear slacks but everything that i have looked at has told me that a cocktail dress or gown is the better option. Which is the better option to be soicially correct? I don't want to be dressed wrong since some of my bosses will be there? Can you help me?
2007-07-20 00:37:27 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
not a gown, nothing past the knees.
Wear a cocktail dress.
2007-07-20 00:41:41 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
You have gotten some good answers regarding a simple cocktail dress, but I wanted to correct someone that referred to a tea length dress. A tea length dress is actually on that falls mid-calf (against the shin) and is good for dressy afternoon parties. If you found a nice black one that was tea length you would be fine, but they often tend to be of lighter colors or florals which would not be appropriate. As others have touched on make sure it is nice, semi-conservative and feminine. Nothing too flashy, revealing or sexy. You could wear a dressy pants suit but I think a dress would look nicer. Save floor length gowns for formal events.
2007-07-20 02:31:10 · answer #2 · answered by Rob 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I would say a lovely knee length dress. Here in the states it's referred to as tea-length. It will make a better statement than wearing slacks as people are used to seeing you that way. Let them see you in a different light :-) I think that a gown is too formal for 5:00pm.
2007-07-20 00:49:31 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Slacks are not appropriate for a semi-formal event unless you are wearing a satin tuxedo suit. A simple little black cocktail dress would carry you through the evening just fine.
2007-07-20 01:51:27 · answer #4 · answered by dawnb 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If it is for business, a nice business suit and heels works, a tea length dress for women is always better for semiformal wear, heels and nothing to low cut or backless if it is business,(unless a person wants to sleep up the latter) Black and white is always elegant, or navy blue and white. depending on your skin tone, some modern colors are OK to. The key to any business related event is to look current while still keeping it conservative, unless your in the entertainment business, then every one expects everyone else to dress flamboyantly.
2007-07-20 00:51:02 · answer #5 · answered by Laura F 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well Michelle, I presume you're female so why would you consider anything but female attire ? Get Serious. Wear a dress or gown for petesakes. Pants/slacks are menswear ! Gawd how simple is that ?
2007-07-20 01:16:17 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
Cocktail dress or very dressy pants outfit. Don't go for ultra sexy, but feminine is okay. Have a great time!
2007-07-20 00:53:55 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Basic black knee length dress is your best bet. Accessorize with nice jewelry.
2007-07-20 01:11:05 · answer #8 · answered by Lady G 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋