Black Tie Black Tie Optional Destination Wedding 
Rachel Willis Events
OCTOBER 13, 2021
You are likely going to a wedding hosted at a luxury estate, a famous museum, a luxury hotel ballroom, or Cinderella’s Castle (or any castle, really). The presence of satin in the ensemble, typically the jacket lapels and buttons* Image found on Pinterest Black-Tie Formal: Men wear tuxedos.
Joy
SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
Again, gloves are optional. Black Tie While still very formal, a black tie dress code isn’t quite as strict as white tie. But it’s better to be overdressed rather than under for a black tie wedding. If in doubt, go with a more formal option.
The Wedding Planner LA
AUGUST 31, 2021
Men are expected to wear afternoon suits and women are expected to wear nice dresses that are less formal than evening gowns but more formal than sundresses, suits, or skirts with a blazer.
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