Evening gown

As evening wear is called clothing that is distinguished by peculiarities in fabric, cut and surface of normal clothing and evening worn on festive occasions. It follows certain conventions and dress codes.

In men, it is usually only as evening wear a dark blue or black jacket suit and a white shirt with tie. Fine leather shoes belong to an evening dress.

In women is regularly voted the elegant evening dress as a wardrobe, with significantly more leeway here is to cut and color choice. For most occasions, a short strapless cocktail dress made ​​of fine fabric or an elegant pantsuit is possible. The neckline and the nature and size of the jewelry should be chosen appropriately for the occasion.

Great formal dress

For especially festive occasions such as official receptions or the Vienna Opera Ball, the tails is required. The tuxedo is the great formal dress for the evening. On the invitation with the white tie, cravat blanche or large company suit is noted. The counterpart for the day is called the Cut or cutaway. In Glaceehandschuhe balls are desired. Women wear a ball gown or an elaborate evening gown. Instead of classical society suits, men can, if they are members of uniformed organizations also contribute to this imaginary society suit or dress uniform. To coat and uniform orders be carried in original size.

Formal dress

With less festive occasions the tuxedo is worn. This will be required on the invitation with black tie, cravat noire or formal dress. To tuxedo and evening dress one wears no wrist watch but, if present, a pocket watch. In tropical countries, on cruises or at outdoor events the tuxedo is often worn with white dinner jacket. The ladies wear a less elaborate long gown or cocktail dress. Orders and decorations are often worn in miniature.

Deviations

Depending on the region and country team and traditional formal wear is sometimes worn, which differs from the nationwide popular convention. For example, in rural areas of the German loden suit, dress or for the ladies, the Dirndlgewand ( commonly referred to as a " Dirndl "). In Scotland, the kilt is a traditional festive clothes.