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For anyone who's ever pulled their hair out trying to figure out what "cocktail attire" means.

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Pretty much anything goes at a casual (or "daytime attire") wedding — sundresses, rompers, pants, skirts, button-down shirts — but unless otherwise stated, avoid jeans, shorts, graphic tees, and tank tops.

What if you get an invitation that says "casual attire"? Which of these could you wear?

Repeat after me: I do solemnly swear I will not wear white to a wedding. Even though you can totally wear a skirt or a maxi dress to a dressy-casual wedding, white is never ok.  
PS: Smart casual and dressy casual are basically the same thing.

Ok, but what if it says "dressy casual"? What should you NOT wear?

Sure, that's a nice outfit, but that guy is wearing jeans. No matter how "casual" dressy casual sounds, jeans are always a no-no. A colored or patterned suit, a blazer with a nice shirt underneath, or khakis are always good options.

If pants are more your thing, which of these should you NOT wear to a dressy-casual wedding?

Basically, anything that isn't floor length that you'd wear to a really nice dinner is good. And if you're thinking about wearing heels, pick ones with thick soles or just wear wedges or flats.

WTF would you wear to a wedding that's "garden attire" or "beach formal"? 

Got a little black dress hanging around? A wedding that suggests cocktail attire is the perfect time to wear it. As long as you're well-dressed and a step above casual, you're fine.  
PS: Festive attire is a take on cocktail attire, and usually is reserved for weddings on holidays. So if you're going to a Christmastime wedding with festive attire, feel free to go all out with reds and greens.

Fine. What on earth constitutes cocktail attire, then? 

The only difference between semi-formal and "black-tie optional" is that you're really, really not expected to wear an evening gown or tuxedo to a semi-formal wedding.

Should you wear a tuxedo to a wedding that asks for "semi-formal" attire?

Black-tie optional (aka formal attire — they're the same thing) is slightly less formal than black tie, which gives you more license to wear items with a little more playfulness. Still, keep them below the knee and in dark colors or metallics.

"Black-tie optional" is a thing. Which of these should you not wear for that?

Black tie for people wearing suits is always a tuxedo, a bow tie, patent leather or evening shoes, and whatever other accessories for men. You do not, however, have to only wear black! A navy blue or charcoal gray suit work just fine.  
PS: "Creative black tie" gives you more license to mix it up with colors and accessories!

THIS IS OVERWHELMING. Which of these is _actually_ black tie? 

"Black tie" can be a misnomer — you definitely don't have to wear black — any long, dark, or neutral dress will definitely keep you on the safe side. Anything shorter than the knee or in a more casual color or fabric, though, should probably be saved for another event.

What dress would NOT be cool for a black-tie wedding?

White tie does not mean "wear a white jacket." It's the most formal dress code, and if you're ever invited to one, you know some very fancy people. It's also the strictest dress code: A tuxedo, a long black jacket with tails, a white pique vest, and a bow tie are all required.

Alright, then WTF is white tie? Which of these could you wear?

Don't be fooled by the name!!! White tie doesn't mean you can wear a white dress; instead, choose a floor-length one, and feel free to go ~all out~ with nice jewelry and even elbow-length gloves, if you're so inclined.

Which of these dresses would be good for a white-tie wedding?

Not bad! You're still learning the difference between cocktail attire and dressy casual, and that's totally ok — THEY'RE CONFUSING AF. And honestly, you probably know a ton about much more important things, so consider this a win.

Well well well, look who's been to a wedding or two! You'd NEVER wear white to a wedding, and you know the basics on most wedding-related things. Bravo!

We've got a wedding expert in the house! You'd never make a dress-code faux pas, and people even come to _you_ to ask all of their outfit questions. You should basically be a wedding stylist at this point. Well done!

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