The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Joe Bromley30 December 2024 It’s black tie season!

It’s black tie season! With festive cheer comes dress codes to wrangle, and the toughest ones to nail can be the classics. What exactly is the difference between black tie and white tie?

“When it comes to black-tie evening dresses, floor-length is preferred, but a mid-length also works. Anything shorter starts to feel more ‘cocktail party’ and too relaxed for a black-tie ...

This guide decodes every dress code from black tie to beach casual so you can dress for any wedding with confidence and style ...

One or two nights of your cruise may be a black tie event. This means the full deal, with suits and bowties expected for men and evening gown or floor length dresses for women. Of course ...