The dress code at important, prestigious and high-profile events is essential, establishing social norms for appropriate attire.
The choice of dress code depends on factors like the venue, the time, the occasion and the mood of the event. In the case of black tie, while it is a form of formal wear, it is less formal than white tie, and is common for events such as weddings or elegant dinners. When guests are given this dress code, they are expected to wear smart and elegant attire. The black-tie dress code indicates a high level of formality and is commonly used at events such as weddings, charity galas, film premiers and other special occasions.
Black tie for her
For a black-tie invitation, your perfect choice would be a long gown or a cocktail dress. Long gowns are ideal for more formal occasions and cocktail dresses are for semi-formal events. By avoiding prints and opting for plain patterns in dark colours, we can ensure we are in keeping with the dress code. We should be aiming for an understated and discreet look. An alternative to a dress would be a two-piece suit with trousers, the perfect attire for maintaining elegance and formality in your look.
When it comes to bags, a clutch is your best friend for carrying all your essentials. And as for shoes, we recommend steering clear of high platforms, so a pair of stilettos will do the trick. For accessories, discreet and modest jewellery is fine.
Black tie for him
A dinner jacket is the perfect choice for men’s dress at evening events, especially after 7 pm. In Spanish, a dinner jacket is known as an esmoquin (smoking jacket), a name that originates from 19th century dinner parties and the similarity to the jackets worn by guests during those long after-dinner conversations when smoking was allowed.
Dinner jackets are single-buttoned jackets without tails, usually with satin lapels, and combined with a bow tie, cummerbund and stripe on the trousers This two-piece set is generally worn in monochrome designs in black, blue, cream or white. To complete the look, a white shirt with double cuffs is a must. We must not forget the shoes, and in this case the perfect choice would be a pair of opera pumps or patent leather shoes.
The key to this dress code is to strike a balance between classic elegance and a personal touch that reflects our own style.
