White Tie
[Sravate blanche (fr.) - White tie]
The most formal suit for special celebrations: court balls, formal receptions at the embassy and the presidential residence. Award ceremony "Oscar", at worst.
For a man with a white coat is obligatory bow tie, black patent leather shoes and pocket watches. The vest should be white. Important guest in a black vest can easily mistaken for a waiter. Welcome white gloves.
Women are prescribed a full evening dress: elegant evening dress to the floor, high heel shoes and a tiny evening bag. Hands at the same time should be hidden in satin gloves and legs - stockings. Not allowed loose hair a la naturel and jewelry - just real jewels ... and a fur coat, carelessly thrown over the shoulders.
In Russia, unlike in Europe and America, the probability of being in such an event is unlikely. If luck decides to smile at you during a foreign tour, almost any hotel staff will tell you where you can borrow a dress that meets the requirements of the White Tie and Black Tie.
Black Tie
[Cravate noire (fr.) - Black tie]
The second degree of rigor dress code, most often found in the invitations to official receptions, weddings, anniversaries, theatrical premieres. Obliges a man to dinner jacket (which, unlike the coat, wear black butterfly), sash and black patent leather shoes no laces.
For women Black Tie does not imply strict regulations: evening dress, cocktail version (length below mid-calf, dark shades, without cleavage and with moderate decor) or trousers with a female version of a tuxedo, closed shoes. Banned only boots, even the most delicate. Acceptable jewelry and furs absence, but in some cases it is advisable to opt for greater solemnity.
Formal
[(Eng.) - A formal evening event]
Means the same as Black Tie, but often involves a creative approach to the selection of the toilet. Dark gray / navy blue tuxedo or gala suit, white shirt and silk solid color low-key tie - for the man.
Evening dress or a set of separate objects (eg, a perfect cut trouser suit or skirt with a strict jacket), cocktail or a little black dress Coco Chanel - for women. Excluded sandals and flashy jewelry.
Black Tie Invited
[(Eng.) - Black tie welcome]
Such a dress code is set for a dinner party, corporate banquets, family gatherings with plenty of guests.
If it is a cocktail party, it usually refers to the evening, but not too solemn event, usually with drinks and a buffet. Man recommended to opt for the classic tuxedo, the woman - cocktail dresses or elegant suits.
Black Tie Optional
[(Eng.) - Black tie is optional]
Regardless of the solemnity of the event, a man is allowed to replace a tuxedo on a dark suit and tie, and women wear modest cocktail dress, evening dress separate objects that do not constitute an ensemble, or a smart trouser suit.
Creative Black Tie
[(Eng.) - Black tie, creativity]
Allows the use of the nuances of fashion formal suit, more vivid colors and extravagant accessories. However, preferred the classic tuxedo with a colorful (but not clownish) vest or informal tuxedo with a dark shirt without a tie - for the man; cocktail dresses, evening set, such as lace or sequined skirt combined with a thin cashmere jumper - for a woman.
Cocktail Attire
[(Fr.) - A cocktail]
Lightweight version of the official dress code. Set for evening social events and suggests a dark suit, shirt, tie or even the lack thereof. Win-win situation for a woman - a suit with a skirt or trousers, or a little black dress and a string of pearls. However, it is not necessary to wear a full set: earrings, bracelets, necklaces and rings.
Semi-formal
[(Eng.) - Semiformally]
The most tricky dress code, allowing freedom, but in strict accordance with the status of the event. Celebration after 18:00 men recommended dark suit, 18:00 suppose usual suit and tie. '
Women during the day allowed elegant suit or elegant dress modest, after 18:00 is better to wear a cocktail dress of medium length.
Five o'clock
[(Eng.) - Five o'clock]
Traditionally, English dress code for women. In addition to specifying the exact time of the event, it means that you are invited to afternoon tea and what to wear knitted jacket. In fact, it is an invitation to play in a classic English tea party - in search of clear instructions revise detective Agatha Christie.
A5
[After Five (Eng.) - After five synonym Cocktail]
The name itself implies an evening event with the start after 17:00. Status of the event involves a suit, not necessarily a business, free of color and the possible absence of a tie - for the man; cocktail dress, dressy top and skirt or trousers - for women.
A5c
[After 5 casual, Dressy casual (Eng.) - Laid-back style of the evening]
The word «casual» should not mislead you. This is not about worn jeans and a fashionable and ostromodnye clothes from designers or famous brands, regardless of whether you're going to wear a smart jacket or a silk turtleneck.
When in doubt, choose an elegant feminine costume or a party dress for the day itself and the usual business suit with a smart shirt with no tie - for her partner.
Casual
[(Eng.) - Free style clothing]
Ideal for meetings outside the office, corporate parties or picnics. This is the only dress code, are allowed jeans, except tattered jeans. Recommended for women trim top, blouse or jacket. However, you should always take into account the nature of the event. In some cases it is better to get dressed elegantly than at ease.
Executive Casual
[(Eng.) - Relatively laid-back]
In some ways this is an invitation for business people to show what they may be restrained and solid, even in a situation where they are asked to forget about probation. Clothes in casual style to be casual, but very carefully and effectively.
Casual travel
[(Eng.) - Casual, Travel]
Men's dress code is usually printed on the invitations to the racetrack. Suggests poplin shirt, pearl gray vest with five buttons, monochrome tie, jacket from wool flannel trousers and arrow.
Business Best
[(Eng.) - The most severe and expensive business suit]
Dress code established business practices and responsible meetings, especially with foreign partners. Men should choose the best business suit, usually dark blue, possibly with stripes, single or double-breasted, dazzling white shirt - with double cuffs and cuff links, tie in red tones and chest handkerchief. Shoes - only black oxfords or derby.
Perfect for a woman - gray, blue or beige suit and white blouse-shirt. Shoes - the costume or black on a low heel (3-5 cm).
Julia Warm