What do I wear for an event when the invitation requests “White Tie” attire?
Congratulations! You have been invited to a very important event. You will wear black tails (also known as black full dress) in a peak, shawl or notch style of lapel with traditional black tuxedo pants. Your shirt, bowtie and vest should be white pique fabric (as a last resort other fabrics can be substituted if white pique is not available) and your studs and cufflinks will both be white. Black patent leather lace-up shoes are traditional and under no circumstances is a casual black shoe appropriate. You may also be required to wear white gloves, top hat and/or cane depending upon what else the invitation might request.
