Is it necessary to wear a tie for cocktail attire?
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Cocktail attire does not necessary mean that you should wear a tie. Nowadays, cocktail attire has become less formal than in antiquity. I would go with what I like to call modern chic.\n\nIf you are having cocktails at night:\nWear a dark-colored suit (I personally will always like black) with a crisp white button down shirt, leaving the first top two buttons undone. If you have a lot of chest hair that peeks up from over your shirt collar, you may want to make sure you wear a lightweight tee shirt underneath. Do not wear a tie or a belt (unless you absolutely must). Keep it simple and elegant and effortlessly sophisticated.\n\nIf you are having cocktails during the day:\nFollow the guidelines above, but switch the dark colored suit for something a little lighter like a nice tan-colored suit.\n\nNo matter what you wear, you will always looking dashing if you (1) make sure you hair is groomed and neat, (2) keep your eyebrows groomed and brushed, (3) have clean teeth, and (4) have clean nails.
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Something conservative, but I don't think you necessarily need to wear black. A dress or skirt or for a man nice slacks, shirt and tie.
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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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If you (or have someone old enough) a bottle of red wine. Port and sherry should be good for the season. If you are more adventurous try brandy.\n\nIn terms of fashion I would keep to accessories:\nDad: thick scarf or good tie\nMum: scarf or gloves
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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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thank you very much about the resturant called romanos i know all about that place but i was told you need to be dressed in a suit and tie i dont think so for me
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put your suit and tie on
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Definitely coat and tie for men (which means a suit rather than sportcoat and slacks), and a dress or elegant pantsuit for women.   No tuxes or ballgowns.
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it varies but generally no tie. sometimes no jacket, either. sometimes depending on the atmosphere of the company it could mean a sport shirt, nice slacks, and shoes. if you have a particular place in mind, pick up the phone and ask. a woman will probably answer and be very happy you asked for her advice. because her husband hasn't for years.
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For the gentlemen, a black tuxedo or the classic "White tie and Tails"\nFor the ladies, formal ballgowns or evening gowns in black(with or without white accessories) or\nwhite (with or without black accessories)
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A sport coat and color-coordinated dress slacks with a pastel dress shirt might do. But a solid navy-blue or medium-to-dark gray business suit is best, as is a solid-white, long-sleeve dress shirt with a conservative silk tie. Silk makes a smaller, much nicer knot than most other fabrics. If you can't afford 100-percent silk, try a silk blend. \nA tie clip or pin will keep your tie from flopping around when you open your sport coat or suit jacket. \nWear calf-length dress socks (not crew or tube socks) that match the color of your suit. \nWear low-heeled, conservative dress shoes that are color coordinated with your suit. (For example, don't wear brown shoes with a navy-blue or gray suit. Wear black.) Some say that laced shoes are dressier than loafers, but that's a minor detail. The important thing is to wear conservative, color-coordinated dress shoes, not sneakers, cowboy boots, etc. \nDon't go without a belt if you're wearing pants with belt loops. Wear a dress belt that matches your shoes (e.g., black with black). \nGet a professional haircut or trim. If you can't stand the thought of cutting your long hair for interviews, at least tie it back in a ponytail. But short, well-groomed hair is best. \nClean-shaven is the best way to go too. If you have a beard or moustache, shave it off for interviews. If you just can't, at least make sure it's well-groomed. \nIf you ordinarily wear one or more earrings, remove them before interviews
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I'm not sure about the other ways, but i ended up tieing then so the laces ended upon the inside, so the bowtie thingy wasn't on the outside.. i think it looks weird that way... and I laced them so they're lines not crosses...
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I'm getting married in a courthouse next February. I will be wearing a nice light colored dress (full length) and my fiance will wear a suit and tie.
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A nice collar shirt\nDress pants\nDress shoes
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put on a tie like a grown-up...you can always take it off during the receiption if it seems appropriate
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Because the want to give the appearance of being gentlemen.It is an indoor sport so that qualifies the use of coats and ties as proper wear.
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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.