Have you ever received a wedding invitation that left you completely clueless about the wedding guest dress code? Between "black-tie optional" and "semi-formal," the language can be tricky to decipher. In 2024, the most common wedding dress code across the wedding industry is “formal attire” which can be interpreted very differently by many. But while formal attire may be a go-to for many, there are plenty of other dress codes that can (and will) appear on a wedding invitation.

In the end, it is key to note that dressing for a wedding is a way to show respect both for yourself and for the bride & groom you’re celebrating. Let’s decode what each dress code means below so you can start planning your ensemble that honors the couple and sets you up in style to dance the night away!

Our dining room before + after is pretty dramatic and all the work was SO worth the end result. I pulled inspiration from our moody Rosemary-colored master bedroom and the refined rustic nature that surrounds our dining room just outside the windows. We had a lot of fun and challenges with this project but we’re so glad we jumped in and completed this ourselves while learning so much along the way.