A wedding invitation just arrived in the mail ... vest (generally of piqué cotton), and bow tie. The white shirt has a wing collar, and, as the name implies, the jacket has tails.

You’ve just been invited to a wedding, party ... a white collared shirt, a white vest, a white bow tie, and black patent-leather shoes. White or gray gloves are appropriate.

Although white tie is much less commonly requested attire for most modern weddings, this dress code calls for what you’d imagine is worn at a royal wedding or diplomatic affair. Tuxedos are ...