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Dressy casual attire is a style that’s a little more polished than everyday casual but less formal than business or cocktail attire. It’s often described as “relaxed but elevated.”

For men:

• Collared shirts (button-downs or polos)

• Dressy sweaters or nice turtlenecks

• Dress pants, chinos, or dark jeans (if neat)

• Loafers, brogues, boots, or clean dress sneakers

• Optional blazer or sport coat for a sharper look

For women:

• Blouses, nice tops, or chic sweaters

• Skirts, dress pants, or tailored jeans

• Casual dresses (knee-length or midi)

• Flats, low heels, boots, or dressy sandals

• Simple accessories, not too flashy

Cocktail attire is a dress code that’s more polished than casual wear but not as formal as black tie. It’s typically worn to evening events like cocktail parties, weddings, and receptions. Here’s a quick breakdown.

For men: A suit (dark or neutral colors like navy, charcoal, or black), a dress shirt, dress shoes (like oxfords or loafers), and usually a tie (though sometimes the tie can be optional depending on how formal the event feels).

For women: A cocktail dress (typically knee-length or slightly above/below), a dressy jumpsuit, or a sophisticated separates outfit. Heels or dressy flats are typical.

The overall vibe should be elegant, festive, and stylish, but not too formal like a tuxedo or a floor-length gown would be.