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What Does 'Black Tie Optional' Mean?

J.C. asks from Minneapolis

My husband and I were invited to a holiday dinner party at his boss's home. The invitation says 'black tie optional'. Does 'black tie' mean wear a tux? So black ti...

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Black Tie Optional

M.R. asks from Chicago

My husband and I have been invited to wedding next month in the city. The invitation says "Black Tie Optional." Will I look out of place if I am wearing a dress that...

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Black Tie Optional

S.J. asks from St. Louis

What does that REALLY mean nowadays? We are attending a political function for our company. It is black tie optional, there will be a cocktail hour and then dinner,...

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Black Tie ???

J.B. asks from Chicago

What exactly does black tie mean these days?? Does it actually mean you need to wear a tux with a black bow tie or will a suit with a tie work? And should I wear a ...

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Does Your Man Own a Tux?

L.. asks from Roanoke

My husband and I are going with some friends to a "Puppy Love Ball" next month to benefit the local SPCA. The dress is black tie optional, and I have a dress to wear...

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What Is Coctail Attire?

A.D. asks from Minneapolis

My husband and I have been invited to an event for my work next Friday night at the Metropolitan Club. I've been told it's "Coctail Attire." I'm thinking this means a...

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What Would Be Appropriate to Wear to a Fancy Wedding in Miami?

S.G. asks from Norfolk

The wedding is in January. I don't know if it will be "black tie" or not but it is sure to be big and expensive based on the family friend who is getting married. 1...

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Dinner Ideas

K.R. asks from Greensboro

Help! I am stuck in a rut. I seem to always be cooking the same few things for dinner all of the time. I am by no means a chef - and like pretty simple ideas. I f...

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Wedding Ettiquette

L.M. asks from Houston

Have the 'rules' changed? Is it okay to wear black to a wedding? The couple getting married is a young, hip couple and the reception is going to be an event. No ki...

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What Length Dress?

E.T. asks from Albuquerque

My brother is getting married in the fall, a fairly large and formal evening wedding. What would you wear to this? A floor length dress? Knee length? Strapless? Sleev...

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