KK, a brief explainer: Semi-formal wedding guest attire is not cocktail attire (though it's similar). It's a level lower than formal but it's a waaayy more elevated than showing up in a button-up ...

For the men, all experts agree: A suit and tie are required for cocktail attire. Go with darker hues in chillier months or for evening events, but feel free to wear lighter grays or blues in warmer ...

throwing a cocktail party, or simply love to get gussied up, Anthropologie has you covered, literally. This beloved retailer has a whole crop of gorgeous formal and semi-formal dresses with sleeves, ...

When dress codes are semi-vague, always err on the side of caution, with the best maxi cocktail dresses that can be worn for both semi-formal and formal occasions, such as black-tie soirées.