Summary The three formal dress codes for men are white tie, black tie, and black tie optional White tie affairs are the most formal and require a coat with tails, white shirt, and white bow tie A black-tie event can be a wedding, holiday party, charity event, formal dinner, or other red carpet type affair An appropriate black tie outfit requires a tuxedo in dark colors with a bow tie Dressing for black tie optional includes either a full tuxedo or a three-piece suit Have you ever received an invitation with the dress code of black tie optional
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