Semi-formal and cocktail events are funny — everyone gets invited to them, but no one ever fully explains the dress code. You’re told to “elevate your look,” but what does that actually mean on a cold ...

For the men, all experts agree: A suit and tie are required for cocktail attire. Go with darker hues in chillier months or for evening events, but feel free to wear lighter grays or blues in warmer ...

What exactly is cocktail attire? Ask ten people what it means, and you'll get ten different answers. Some might say it's a smart-casual affair with an expectation for well-structured suits and ...

"Man, if you specify the dress code, you have at least to give the guest a fork," another user wrote aire images/Getty A wedding guest/bridesmaid was instructed to wear cocktail attire to a couple's ...

Dress codes help us meet the expectations of the host and set the tone of an event. Source: iStockphoto / Deagreez/Getty Images Dress codes help set the tone of an event. If you’re unsure about the ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." A black-tie dress code is pretty self-explanatory, but cocktail attire? That's where things start to get ...

A wedding guest/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 ...