Black Tie Optional Dress Code Explained

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Gentleman's Gazette

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[HarrisPilton]

This was a very informative video. I had never heard of creative black tie. I like that concept!

[OhioCompanyTowns]

This guy has gotten so much better in just a couple months. Well dome sir!

[bobwilson]

Really growing into your own on-camera persona Preston, great to see. Looking forward to more content.

[ConestogaCreek]

I imagine Sven's pulse quickens anytime he receives a mailed invitation to an event.

[rv-m]

Thanks for the explanation. Wished I had it years earlier when in confusion I bought a black suit with flashy gray vest and tie. Well at least now I know what I will be buried in.

[hannamakela]

Some etiquettes for the "dark suit" dress code that might (or might not?) be tantamount to black tie optional state that the ideal necktie color would be something in silver or pearl grey. But that would not be a "dark" tie.

[LatimusChadimus]

Great video. I have a formal event coming up, no dress code mentioned for the release party (they're soulful musicians) so I'm going black tie with a colored vest to go with my date's outfit

[lawrencezhang]

I recently noticed that you acquired Black Tie Guide and a large portion is still under construction. I've always enjoyed Peter Marshall's writings and noticed some changes in the articles' style. Nevertheless, I really appreciate the great amount of details, especially the illustrations, and insights you added. I'm looking forward to seeing the guide fully revitalized and bring the timeless elegance of black tie to more people. Cheers!

[MaxWattage]

The only advice missing from this video is regarding the etiquette of what precious metal to wear at what time of day.
I was always taught that for accessories like cufflinks, tie-clips, tie-pins etc, silver ones are to be worn for evening wear, and gold ones for daytime wear.
I'm from the UK, so I don't know if this sartorial rule is observed in the USA.

[Padoinky]

This was a great refresher and very helpful - thank you

[matthewmillican]

Excellent video! I was interested in collar styles that are acceptable for black tie optional events, and found the Gentleman's Gazette's article "Shirt Collar Styles for Men: The Complete Guide." In the article, Jack Collins includes in a footnote beneath a photo that "a pleasing spread collar is the modern day standard for black tie." Since the standard for black tie has been around for 200 years, and this article was published on November 30, 2022, I am assuming that is still the case. If other options are acceptable, what might those be?

[Friedbrain]

I really like the outfit you were sporting sir. Looks classy!

[muhdzafri]

Thank you for your guides for becoming a gentleman

[jobmclaren]

Very informative video as always. Will you guys do a Stroller Suit video guide?

[alastoria_va]

I'm a girl but watching these videos is so aesthetically pleasing for me... Also I'm genderqueer and would genuinely wear a tuxedo

[redrobin]

Thanks for the informational videos. I reference them frequently to learn how to dress better.

[seanfalkenstein]

Anyone know where I find the Song from the Gentleman‘s Gazette? I wanna use it as my morning call :P

Danke vielmals für eure Videos :P Gruss aus der Schweiz.

[loveja]

For black tie optional, I´ll use a peak-lapel, double breasted black suit, with a dark green or black grenadine tie, a gold collar-pin, gold cufflinks, and black oxfords (maybe a loafer with a gold buckle)

[Gopnik_B_]

would a tuxedo with a different color satin work for creative black tie?

[oscarwills]

Are dark grey trousers acceptable with a black dinner jacket?