In Western clothing, semi-formal is a grouping of dress codes, indicating the sort of clothes worn to events with a level of formality between informal (i.e. lounge suit) and formal. Historically there were both day and evening semi-formal dress codes, but this category is now seen almost exclusively in the context of evening wear.

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What is considered approprite for semi formal attire for men?
Q. I have a semi formal event to attend for a sorority and have no idea what is considered over or under dressed.
Asked by Brady - Thu Oct 29 12:46:03 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Suit and tie is semi-formal. Formal is a tux. Those are the traditional definitions. These days, some guys are going to interpret semi-formal as any number of things. I can guarantee there will be at least some guys with a suit and tie on. It's a classic look that never gets old. If you end up feeling over dressed, you can take off the jacket and tie and undo the top button or two of your shirt. You can make it even more casual by rolling up your sleeves.
Answered by buick - Thu Oct 29 12:55:49 2009

What kind of dress should i wear to my semi formal?
Q. There is a semi formal coming up and idk wht kind of dress to wear. Ive been thinking about those silky, satin-ish dressy dresses..but i think they are a little too dressy for a semi formal; my freinds say that they are fine. But i am deffintly going to wear one to my 8th grade gradutaion. Please i need suggestions for both the graduation and the semi formal! thnak you!
Asked by Sally Kay - Fri Jun 18 21:46:35 2010 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Don't wear anything long, a short dress with some heels will look appropriate. A long dress is more for prom.
Answered by Brianna - Fri Jun 18 21:51:17 2010

Where can I buy a cheap formal, to semi formal plus size dress?
Q. I need a formal to semi formal plus size dress. I was invited to a wedding last minute and need to get my shopping done quickly. Thanks.
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A. i think forever21
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