How should a wedding invitation explain formal, semi-formal or traditional dress?
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Explain the expected level of dress in everyday words and give an example rather than relying on formal or semi-formal alone.
Mention the venue, whether the event is indoors or outdoors, and any specific coverage or footwear requirements. Traditional clothing can span many levels of formality, so avoid implying one outfit name answers every guest's question. Make preferences clear without requiring new purchases. A short clarification from the hosts is more helpful than assuming all families understand the same dress-code labels.
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