I need to know for a business function coming up in a few days. \n\nI do know that "resort dressy" does not mean the same thing as "black tie". Therefore, I do know not to wear an evening gown as that would be considered "black tie" attire. \n\nWhat I need to know is, what does the term "resort dressy" mean in terms of the items one might pick to wear to such an event. \n\nThe event is a dinner/dance/award ceremony but is specified to be "resort dressy". So, should I take a nice sundress and sandals or dressy pants and a top? Or, is a cocktail dress more appropriate?
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Resort dressy means something you would wear on vacation to a resort but is fashionable.  You have to pick light fabrics (linen, cotton, rayon, light silk) and avoid the heavy ones (wool, velvet, etc). Your look has to be light and airy. Since you are going to an award dinner, your best bet will be light silk/rayon. Also avoid dark colors since they have no place in a resort.  The safest to wear will be a white airy dress which you can accessorize appropriately.
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Black Tie events\nBlack Tie Weddings\nBalls\nOrchestra\nSymphony\nCharity Events\n\nIf you don't wear  it more than twice a year - you would probably be better off renting.
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The dress sounds very nice.  For formal, make sure you wear nice/dressy shoes (pumps rather than wedges or sandals, for example), in black to go with the black dress.  Also, make sure they're not so high that you can't dance in them.  Hair up with long narrow (dangle) earrings would be very dressy -- just remember that "less is more" so you don't want to go with big hair and big earrings and lots of makeup.  It's better to focus on one area with jewelry (earrings OR necklace, but not big with both) and one area with makeup (smoky eyes and neutral lips or neutral eyes and brighter lips).  Then take a long look in the mirror and make sure everything looks right -- and then hold your head high and have a wonderful time!
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It depends on the location and time of day. I've been to bar mitvah receptions in the afternoon on a dude ranch and in the evening in a swank hotel. In general, I wear what I would wear to a wedding (except for the one at the dude ranch). If it's an evening event, you could wear a cocktail dress or tea length after-5 dress. They would be perfect.
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I suggest that you should wear one of two things:  the first is a nice cocktail dress that isn't red, or black and not too revealing.  Or possibly wearing a cute suit.  You really can't go wrong in a suit.  \nAs for your hair look through magazines for ideas.  I'm sure you'll look just great!
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I went with chamane (bridesmaids dresses in satin, brides trim on dress, flower girls trim on dress\nivory my dress as well as some linens\ngold accent on favors and bows\nTaupe was used on my satin table linens they looked so beutiful\nany questions email me\nBabyDolll128@yahoo.com
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http://www.weddingchannel.com/ui/buildArticle.action?assetUID=3196&c=3196&s=105&t=13&p=1498&l=3609\nWear an off-white linen suit, with or without a necktie. No shoes if it's on the sand.
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obviously it's a cultural difference to plan engagement party before actually becoming engaged...but i'm not going to judge. hey, u and ur fiancee (and family?) probably have discussed this decision and want to celebrate it publicly...\n\nanyway, w/ that being said, here's some suggestions....\n==> decor: gold w/ red accents; silk damask tablecloths w/ candle as centerpiece; solid-colored napkin rings; fine chinaware; candles, candles, candles for an elegant romantic ambience. \n==> programs/shows: have u/fiancee traveled? spotlight the destinations by making a slideshow; spotlight/celebrate your own and ur fiancee's heritage as well...this also a way to involve older members of both families. \n==> to add european touch: include an amuse bouche/hors d'oeuvre before the meal/main course. (e.g. antipasto, apertif)\n\nincorporate asian/american flavor in the menu w/ each course...\n1st: pasta dish; 2nd: meat, like fish; 3rd: salad; 4th: dessert; 5th: cheese or something light like fruit coffee/tea; 6th: coffee, tea, or liqueurs, maybe irish coffee? \n\nhope this helps...congratulations!
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I would wear a blue suit a white shirt and an attractive tie.  If you think you might have to take your shoes off (for example, if you are picking up members of the wedding party at their homes) you might want to wear dress shoes that you can slip on and off easily.
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Power dressing is when you look the part, or like you know what you are doing and you are meant to be there.  Most of the time when I think of people power dressing is in the business field.  When you power dress you look put together. Have  you ever watched Donald Trump on his apprentice show, when they are in the board room with Donald Trump most of those people are in their power dressed up suits and they look sharp.  Try his website or watch the show.  And good luck and hope you get the perfect power outfit.:)
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Definitely a suit if it is at a professional level (bookkeeping or above).  Choose charcol grey, navy, or black.  Brown is sometimes worn.  If you go with black, soften it up with a feminine colour and jewelry.\n\nIf it is for reception, probably not a suit.  Something dressy and and flattering would be better, but it still must be professional looking.  You could choose a fashion-conscious suit, however.  Think about what they would want the first impression of the firm to be.\n\nTry Monster.com Quintcareer.com for great interview articles.  They get into some nitty gritty about what to wear.
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Fall with a deep red would look really nice...like almost a crimson color.  I'm in a wedding this fall and the bride is doing deep red roses and her flower girl has a white dress that is full on the bottom with a huge crimson ribbon around the middle that takes up her torso.  SO cute.  Just don't book your wedding much later than August if you're doing anything outside.  A friend of mine did a Sept. wedding with outside pics and it just so happened to be freezing that day.  Her pics turned out pretty bad and we complained (under our breath) the whole time.
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Unless you want to go w/a St. Patties Day theme, you would probably do best w/ a dusty rose or some other color.  W/ the sage green in might be cool to go w/ a bold color, like royal blue or purple.  Congrats!
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You don't have to get anything too fancy with too much decoration. I know that a lot of people were able to find some really nice dresses at Dillards. My mom, (when she was MOB for my sister) got her dress from Cold Water Creek.
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I think chose a theme and make it a theme party! I LOVE theme parties and it always makes the mood more fun / silly and sparks conversations and puts everyone at ease. I also ALWAYS make people dress up according to the theme, just cos I love dressing up :) theme options: Nautical (sailors etc), Circus, cowboys / cowgirls, dress up as something that starts with the first letter of your name (eg if your name is susan dress up as something starting with S) enjoy!!
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Honestly when I got married three yrs ago I went and bought a very expensive night gown from a local lingerie shop and I didn't get to use it until 3 days after the wedding. My husband was more excited with helping me out of the gown then letting me out of his site to slip into it. So my best advise to you would be just by regular lingerie for the honeymoon and let him help you get out of your gown and take it from there.
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Wow how judgemental are you?  Judge not lest ye be judged.  That woman can wear whatever color gown she wants and if she wants a big celebration to mark the event, who are you to say she's wrong?  Are you perfect?  Obviously not since you're talking about people on Yahoo.  Get over yourself.