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 ...

Let's cut to the chase: dress codes are hard to follow. After all, there are SO. MANY. of them. From white and black tie to whatever smart-casual actually means, it's kinda impossible to get to grips ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." What exactly is cocktail attire? Ask ten people what it means, and you'll get ten different answers. Some ...

Which cocktail dresses are best? Sometimes referred to as the “party dress,” cocktail dresses are short to mid-length and are semiformal. There is no single look for a cocktail dress. They come in a ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Do you remember when you were a little girl, and how putting on a dress made you feel like the most beautiful version of yourself?

Every item on this page was chosen by a Town & Country editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. A black-tie dress code is pretty self-explanatory, but cocktail attire?

When in doubt, dress up. Even if you're attending a more laid-back wedding, it's never that casual—and there is nothing worse ...