keyhole dress Adrianna Papell Women's Floral Mermaid - Pink - Size 4 Features a smooth and graceful fit Long Satin Sleeveless Keyhole Dress

Think: red + green dresses that fall past your knees, cheery takes on classic blazers and trousers, and the best uses of velvet

But if youre going to a wedding or anniversary as a guest, whether its summer, winter, autumn or spring, stick with the traditional mens cocktail dress code and youll be turning heads for all the right reasons

Key Takeaways Formal attire is a dress code reserved for elevated events like weddings, balls, funerals, and formal dinners, which requires a suit and tie or tuxedo for men and masculine styles or a formal dress or pantsuit for women and feminine styles

Dress is enforced at the manager's discretion and tightens on headliner nights, so when you are unsure, lean toward the polished version of whichever look you pick