when you are invited to a party
What is "formal", "semi-formal", "casual", "metro-casual" and the new one I heard today - "upscale casual". When you send out an invite make sure your guests are clear on what you want them to wear, especially if it's that important to you. I recently attended a party that stated "semi-formal" on the invitation and some came in the metro to upscale casual category. Chances are the host may be okay with this, but keep in mind that they wouldn't have put semi-formal just for the heck of it! And if you're not sure, why not call and ask.
Well here are my thoughts on dress definitions....what do you think?
Formal is when you are on a cruise and have that one evening where you dress up "formal"(no pants allowed). That means long gown for the women and tux or dark suit for the man. The cruise lines have to actually spell this out on their brochures. When someone says it is formal attire only - think black tie-formal.
Semi-Formal is usually after five attire or when you are going to a wedding and a short party dress, not a day wear dress is the ticket. Now you could wear pants here if they are cocktail pants, silky wide leg with a formal (not daywear) top. Most wedding invitations will have semi- formal on them and I am always amazed how many show up in jeans and a jacket for him and a sun dress for her.
Casual is just that - casual. Wear your shorts, jeans, sundress, skirt and blouse, capris, etc. I think anything is acceptable for "casual".
Metro-Casual is jeans with "style", meaning a sport coat with a great pair of jeans and a great graphic tee for a man. For the lady, a great sexy silky top with jacket and pressed jeans for a woman and the highest sexiest heels you have in your closet. And, don't forget the accessories here - I think it's the most important part of "Metro-casual".
Upscale Casual must mean the same as metro-casual, except you are bringing out the wow factor accessories. Wear your pearls, diamonds, rolex watch, etc. Oh, and the shoes, make sure they are Prada or any favorite designer shoe.
Check out the fashion quiz and see how much you know about what to wear at your next party.
Of course, you can always take the approach that Paris Hilton takes, "The only rule is don't be boring and dress cute wherever you go. Life is too short to blend in."
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