Debrett’s advises men select one that’s proportionate ... Optional pieces of black tie attire include cummerbunds and waistcoats — though the two should never be worn together.

This dress code might also be mistaken for semi-formal affairs, which are actually a step down from black-tie optional events. At semi-formal functions, men can forgo a tie or bow tie, which isn't ...

It’s an indisputable fact that dress codes have become increasingly optional. Almost no offices require suits, and unpolished ...

Instead, this year’s awards program fell in line with the traditional, timeless theme of black tie fashion. Though some celebrities have taken different interpretations of the long-standing theme, ...

Indeed, there is a dress code for the Oscars. But...that doesn’t mean everyone will follow it. The dress code for the Academy Awards is considered “black tie”. So, the men are expected to ...

The classic black-tie dress code calls for an elegance and sophistication often associated with timeless black gowns and ...