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Wedding season is in full swing, and it always seems busier with each passing year. When you’re locked in and officially send ...

The 'cocktail' dress code originated in the 1920s, when women began enjoying more freedoms, and a dress code became necessary for the many soirées on the Roaring Twenties' agenda.

When in doubt, Gaffey recommends going “more pared-back but polished” with sleek, sophisticated pieces. She also suggests ...

Cocktail dress code isn’t one of the traditional old school dress codes, like black tie, morning dress (which is the official Ascot dress code) or smart casual but it is one of the most fun and the ...

Navigating a cocktail dress code can be challenging. You need to rise to the occasion without going over the top, aiming for elegance without being too formal. Whether attending a Christmas party, a ...

Whatever direction you decide, envision this engagement party outfit as the opening number for your wedding guest ensemble on ...

What's appropriate for a cocktail attire dress code can vary depending on the occasion, the time of year, and even the hosts. But there are some key rules to keep in mind.

A bridesmaid was instructed to wear cocktail attire to a couple's rehearsal dinner — but was then given pizza outside, where she 'froze [her] a-- off' in a short dress. The wedding also had high ...

A black-tie dress code is more formal than cocktail attire but less formal than white-tie. Shop five chic, black-tie outfit ideas inspired by red carpet style.

Wedding season is every season, and that means understanding the rules of cocktail attire is critical all throughout the year – especially when there is a strict dress code.It’s a familiar scenario: ...