Modest Semi Formal Dresses

The modest semi formal dress exhibits similar qualities as the modern cocktail dress. The semi formal dress is worn above the knee, usually of various colors, with a beaded jacket or embellishments on the dress. These two dress styles are almost interchangeable for several semi-formal functions.

Semi-Formal Outings

Consider your options for this dress and the statement. The elegance and shorter length lends the dress to almost any occasion. The style reflects the beaded jacket with an evening wear short halter dress, to a beaded short skirt with matching blouse. The color range is everything, except black, because then you really have the cocktail dress, although either dress is usually wearable to most black tie events. 

A White-Tie Event

A white tie event, implies a formal dining event, requires formal wear. Recently certain trends allow a shorter formal dress to be worn at these events. The dress must be impeccably designed. Most standard definitions still require that a black tie event after 6:00 pm requires long formal wear. A white tie event is far more formal than a black tie event. Before embarking on this fashion statement, consulting with the hostess may be appropriate.

A Semi-Formal Dinner

Dining with company of friends, when the gentlemen chooses not to wear a black tie, but business suits. This can be for a family function such as an anniversary or semi-formal party. Your dress, elegant and romantic, sleeveless, embellished with jewels or ribbons, but not a full-length formal gown. A good rule is if the event is more relaxed, personal and black tie is not stated on the invitation, you will be dressing appropriately with a modest semi-formal dress. In doubt, consult the hostess.