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Formal dress, also referred to as “formal wear” and often used synonymously with “black tie” by many, is a term used to describe the formality of the attire worn at social events such as weddings, balls and dances, and award ceremonies. Rules of dress etiquette within the category of “formal dress” are classified as black tie, black tie preferred, black tie optional and creative black tie. Although the rules of formal dress apply mostly to men, women can usually deduce the appropriate attire given the hour and location of the function.