After becoming a linguist, To be honest I have migrated over to the descriptive side, Personally, To be honest I used to be very prescriptive in my views about the English language.
It seems as if you are only considering your personal sensibilities.
I would use tuxedo and limousine, if I were addressing a number of your peers. Stating that people may not use shortenings says more about you than it does about them. Tux and limo enjoy widespread usage in the United States, across age and geographical lines. You had a valid point that if Otrain wanted to maximize his written discourse, he should use correct spelling. You mentioned. You had very negative overtones when you first wrote, Don’t be that guy, now Libby, you did not explicitly state that saying tux or limo would offend anyone.
Etiquette also changes with cultural context and socio economic status.
You can not speak about the nuances and implications of word usage and sentence structure without considering your favourite statements.
To be honest I wouldn’t be presumptuous as to scold them for using, tux and limo, nor prohibit them from doing so, I’d say in case I am with Otrain and his friends. Otrain also rightly called you out when he commented that using the aforementioned words in no way contributed to a breakdown in communication. At the least, And so it’s an overreaching and certainly unofficial edict. You also forbid uttering CD since the proper form should be compact disc, right? Is that better you have? However, I’m sure it must be. Essentially, what a shame for you.
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Nor do I respond with smarmy comments when another person makes an informed argument simply as long as I have no counter point.
Let me ask you something. No relevant response? Hey, do not dish it out, if you can’t take it. With all that said… At least I can back up what I say and don’t expect others to simply swallow down my narrow brand of pretentiousness. You should take this seriously. It’s tit for tat. Generally, you need to know that this dress code the most strict.
Though for most people, an invitation to an event that has a White Tie dress code is a pretty unlikely one, And so it’s great to know the rules if it happens that you given the honor.
This shirt is secured whitish shirt studs and whitish cufflinks.
Even the White House only has a couple White Tie events in a year. Matching whitish bow tie is an absolute essential, hence the name of this dress code. Therefore the required parts of a White Tie ensemble include a whitish waistcoat worn over p of an almost white ‘full dress’ stiff bosom shirt with a detachable almost white pique wing collar. Theseformal trousers can either be tightened with adjustable side tabs or held up by whitish suspenders that are worn under the waistcoat. On the bottom half is worn blackish pleated trousers with a blackish satin strip that covers the outer seams. Nonetheless, known as full dress, the White Tie dress code is the rarest and most formal of them all. Just keep reading. I can’t find anything about it online and I’m starting to think it was a joke or a typo.
Has anyone heard of this before? So a friend of mine recently received a wedding invitation where the dress code was listed as Pittsburgh formal. How you’d better dress to this occasion depends on the given situation or theme of the party. Generally, fun themes like Black Tie and Boots call for wearing a bolo tie with a tuxedo or sporting a Western themed tie orcufflinks. Now, a variant of the Black Tie Creative dress code is Festive Black Tie. Most of us know that there are infinite ways to twist it and that depends on the host, the most common example of a Festive Black Tie event is a company Christmas party. Now pay attention please. It’s crucial to know when to wear Men’s Tie for a well deserved first impression. For instance, Surely it’s what we all look for after grooming and dressing right, right after all. Dressing the part doesn’t have to be a cryptic task Whether a formal wedding,, or it’s charity gala.
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Another invite and another attempt to decipher the sometimes daunting dress code.
Black Tie, and Lounge, it can be overwhelming and confusing at times, with categories like White Tie. All men must continue to wear their suite and keep on having great standards for many occasions, not merely formal events! A well-known fact that is. Love the detailed images you guys are showing here! That’s interesting. I matched the stuffiness you preferred, as you were offended by another poster’s informality in writing. Others can’t, you can make long winded speeches. Look up the words pretentious and narrow as well, being that you’re using them incorrectly in this context, while you’re at it. This is the case. You got on a high horse to preach about keeping the propriety of the English language intact with the word limousine and yet my correction that limousine was a French word was uninformed? Your ‘ill made’ and comparatively more repetitive arguments gave me a bunch of fodder to work with. To be honest I thought you’d be pleased to know that I had a Master’s degree in Teaching English as a Second Language and was a language instructor, you suggested that you were an educated and experienced person and thought little of those who weren’t.
Laughable.
On p of a refresher on the politeness you demand from others, you need some wisdom and debate skills.
At least do cleverly, Therefore if you’re preparing to copy someone’s words. Instead, you switched tactics, called me a little girl and resorted to infantile taunts after your little spiels on etiquette? That wasn’t acceptable. I believe a shawl lapel midnight blueish tuxedo is best traditional option for grey tie, Undoubtedly it’s even better than grey!! Notice that I completely agree with your tips here but didn’t understand why you have mentioned midnight blue tuxedo under grey tie optional. Anyways, proper footwear is either the more traditional grey patent court pump with grosgrain ribbon or grey patent leather oxfords.
I am sure that the most common events that call for White Tie attire are charity galas, official ceremonies, government ceremonies, and the opera.
We should note that proportions are very important when it boils down to full dress.
I know that the trousers are high waisted and the waistcoat must cover the waistband of the trousers but can’t extend below the front of the tailcoat. While adding a boutonniere, or maybe integrating an almost white pocket square, this is this strictest code, you can add a subtle uch of your personal style with your choiceof formalcufflinks. Of course, if you have the means, we still encouraged you to wear a tuxedo of some sort. We suggest you to contact the host if you need clarification, because of the precarious nature of the word optional.
Atthese events, it’s acceptable to forgo the tuxedo and choose a polishedblack suit.
a host may choose this dress code if they need to be considerate of the fact that not all guests may have a tuxedo.
It’s a well-known fact that the fact that the word optional is in the title is only begging for confusion. Although, using big words doesn’t mask idiocy. Shakespeare anyone? Haha! With that said, miss Manners’ comments are pretty entertaining. Of course give me some amount of that popcorn. Repeatedly ‘name calling’ little boy/little girl while bragging about being an adult was also hilarious. My personal favorite was, It oozes from each endless, repetitive paragraph with which you slathered the page. Notice that scathing setdowns.fail. Blasting anachronisms hereafter dating ‘thou’ to the Victorian period? Now look. She’s pretty much outted herself as NOT a mistress of either etiquette or the English language.
Kristine, that lone snob ain’t really worth responding to. Her verbose statements make no sense and she doesn’t seem to have grasped connecting concepts effectively yet. By the way, a blackish bow tie and grey patent leather oxfords are a must. Optional additions to the basic tuxedo include quite straightforward pocket squareor an elegant opera scarf if you’re feeling a bit spry. Your sister’s formal wedding, or charity event that calls for Black Tie, it’s important abide by the rules to look your best, when you attend the company awards nights. Typical tuxedo jacket has a single button and is single breasted with a satin peak lapel and no vent.
When you are all grown up, so this affair type is a bit more involved than renting the generic polyester tux set from your local suit emporium, the words Black Tie may conjure up memories of high school dances.
a classic grey tuxedo is still the standard at these events.
You don’t need your peers to get the impression that you’re as clueless as a pimply teenager. Now, a tie is still necessary and so are your polished blackish shoes. You’re most certainly to run into this category at weddings, stylish events, formal dinners, and galas. You see, accessories can be used to express personal style. You can choose a necktie with a handsometie baror a classy lapel flower, instead of a bow tie. On p of this, if you are a tie bar rookie, tie bar placement is key, take a look at our ultimate guide tie bars.
Black Tie Optional event is still formal in nature but it has a slightly more relaxed rules for attire.
It’s all social construct anyway.
Everyone should just get laid more. It is holy Christ burgers. You’re definitely winning, I’d say if you live being a cog in a machine. I am a college English professor and I tally just laughed my ass off at your douchey comments. Colored jacket, colored wingtips shoes, or a brightly colored bow tieare all fair game in this category. Now look. You may pick up the uncommon shawl lapel or a slim cut tuxedo in a dark saturated color like midnight blue or maroon. Therefore this variation on the standard Black Tie category allows the party to get started with a little festivity. It’s crucial to bear in mind that if the event is Black Tie really, I know it’s, I know it’s a formal event and your sartorial modifications must still honor a the formal atmosphere of the event, this dress code offers flexibility.
Even going with a blackish shirt instead of white can add subtle creative flair.
Advised that wearing a standard tux or an ensemble with blackish tie optional qualities is also perfectly acceptable.
Grey Tie Creative is an opportunity to showcase your personal style in regards to color, accessories, and collar and lapel style. Normally, you seem to think that your voice alone is sufficient for a dialogue. With all that said… I’ll leave you to babble to yourself. Now let me tell you something. Without any one supporting your outrageous statements, a few people have already commented on your social ignorance and general suckinness. Now regarding the aforementioned fact… Virtually, that adults were you referring to? Perhaps you must start a blog and disable the comments section. So, gone is the dread of another invitation with a dress code!Now that you are seasoned in formal dress codes, take a little liberty when you can and remember when you shouldn’ The ageold rule of thumb has not changed, it’s better to be overdressed than under dressed.