In order to understand semi-formal, let's start with formal attire—the dressiest of dress codes. In the U.S., formal means wearing a tuxedo, an evening shirt, a bow tie, black patent leather ...

Wear plain, nude or black pantyhose for your special event. At the semi-formal event, the normal, mandatory closed-toe shoe is optional. Women can wear strappy open-toed shoes if they like.

In order to understand semi-formal, let's start with formal attire—the dressiest of dress codes. In the U.S., formal means wearing a tuxedo, an evening shirt, a bow tie, black patent leather ...