What do you wear to a black tie optional wedding?

If not a tuxedo, a dark suit and tie. Her: A long dress, a really dressy suit, or something cocktail-length (but still formal). Glamorous makeup and dramatic jewelry and hair are appropriate. > More ideas on what to wear to a formal wedding. read more

Black tie optional means just what it says: black tie is optional for this event. It means that the event will be formal enough that some guests can choose to wear full black tie -- meaning a tuxedo -- but that it's an optional suggestion. read more

Formal, Black Tie Optional, Black Tie Invited A tuxedo isn't required, but the wedding is formal enough for one to be appropriate. Go with a dark suit if it's a nighttime wedding, regardless. read more

Between "black tie optional" and "semiformal," the language can be tricky to decipher. But we've got you covered. read more