07/18/2025
โจ Wedding Dress Code 101 โจ
Wondering what to wear to a wedding? Letโs break down the most common dress codes so you can show up looking confident and appropriate. ๐
๐ Black Tie:
This is the most formal. Think elegant evening wear.
๐ Women: Floor-length gowns, dressy cocktail dresses, or elegant pantsuits.
๐คตโโ๏ธ Men: A tuxedo is expected (black bow tie, black shoes, and a white shirt).
๐ Formal / Black Tie Optional:
Still classy, but with more flexibility.
๐ Women: Long dresses or upscale midi dresses.
๐คตโโ๏ธ Men: A tux is great, but a dark suit and tie is perfectly acceptable.
๐ธ Semi-Formal :
A step down from formal but still stylish.
๐ Women: Cocktail dresses, jumpsuits, or dressy separates.
๐คตโโ๏ธ Men: Suit and tie, lighter colors okay depending on time of day.
๐ธ Cocktail :
Usually for daytime or outdoor weddings.
๐ Women: Sundresses, maxi dresses, or chic skirts and tops.
๐คตโโ๏ธ Men: Dress pants or chinos with a button-down shirt (tie optional).
โจ Tip: Always take the venue and season into account โ and when in doubt, itโs better to be slightly overdressed than underdressed!
Save this post for the next time a wedding invite lands in your mailbox! ๐๐