For Men (General Formal)

Suit: A dark suit (black, navy, charcoal) or tuxedo jacket and matching trousers.

Shirt: formal men’s dress shirt

Tie: A necktie or bow tie, often silk.

Shoes: Polished dress shoes (loafers, oxfords) or patent leather for Black Tie.

Accessories: Cufflinks, dress socks, and sometimes a vest or cummerbund.

For Women (General Formal)

Dresses: Floor-length gowns, formal cocktail dresses, or elegant dressy separates.

Alternatives: Dressy pantsuits or sophisticated co-ord sets.

Accessories: Elegant jewelry, clutches, and dressy heels or flats.