Every person has their own style, however, there are events that require specific attire. This does not mean that you should forget about your individuality, it is simply necessary to identify what your style is and how you can show it off depending on the formality of each event.
There are 7 universal styles. Do you know which one is yours?
- NaturalThis style is simple and friendly. People who dress in this style usually wear comfortable clothes made of cotton, linen or denim fabrics, and do not usually wear accessories. Characteristic colors: white, gray, blue, green.
- TraditionalThis is a timeless, discreet and conservative style. People with this style usually wear classic and functional clothes such as trench coats and formal shoes such as lace-up shoes for men or heels for women. Characteristic colors: neutral and some pastel or dark tones.
- ElegantIt is a refined style that uses only high-quality and trendy garments. Characteristic colors: neutral and some vibrant ones like cherry.
- RomanticThis style is characterized by giving a tender and innocent image. It uses fabrics decorated with prints, lace or with some detail. They use a lot of accessories and everything matches. Characteristic colors: pastel tones.
- SeductiveThe seductive style is provocative, striking and even a little aggressive. It uses fabrics that stretch, revealing the silhouette of the body or heavy fabrics like jackets. The clothes are usually eye-catching. Characteristic colors: black, gold, red and vibrant colors.
- CreativeThis style is quite expressive and original, so much so that it can look very out of the ordinary and even border on ridiculous. It mixes different fabrics and textures. Characteristic colors: rainbow, white, black.
- DramaticThis is a sophisticated and striking style that is quite imposing. This style requires voluminous and formal fabrics with details. The volume can be in the shoulders and neck. Bright and neutral colors are used.
Now that you know what the styles are and you have identified with one or some of them, you can maintain your essence even if the event dictates some rules. It is common to think that the rule is to wear a dress or a suit, but there are some rules. We will tell you what they are so that you never feel out of place on a special occasion:
- Strict etiquetteOn some occasions, it is necessary to wear a tailcoat, which is a special suit with a vest that is very different from a tuxedo and much more formal. It is usually used in special ceremonies or is usually the suit of the groom and his family. The most common is to wear a tuxedo. In these outfits there is not much to change, depending on the event you could choose to vary the typical black color for any other, although this is very risky, it looks less out of place at celebrity events. If you want to stand out without attracting too much attention, you can wear a navy blue tuxedo. For women, a long dress is generally worn, it is recommended to avoid low-cut tops due to the level of formality. It is also recommended to wear dark colors such as black, navy blue and purple. However, red, gold and silver are also good options. Hair, makeup and jewelry are very important at events with strict etiquette.
- EtiquetteIn the case of etiquette, we can be a little more free regarding clothing and colors. You can wear a tuxedo or a suit, the bow tie or tie should not be strictly black. You can make different combinations according to your style. The same applies to women, they can wear a simple hairstyle, less jewelry, etc.
- FormalThis is usually for daytime events or corporate events. In the case of daytime events, the tones should be light or warm. Suits and long dresses are also worn. For corporate events, suits are worn by both men and women, and for women, it can be with trousers or a skirt. It is also possible to wear a short dress without a neckline. Heels should always be worn.
- Cocktail partyAt this type of event, men can forget about the tie if they prefer, but suits are also worn. Women can opt for short, simple dresses.
- Formal Guayabera Dress CodeThis dress code is especially suited for events in warmer climates. Very cool fabrics such as linen are used. Men wear guayabera-style shirts, which can be long or short sleeved, accompanied by light-colored pants. Loafers can be worn. Women should wear short dresses in bright colors, always very formal.
Now that you know how to choose the right clothes for each occasion according to your style, all you need to do is attend an event. Remember that at Ambrosía we have the best spaces so you can show off that outfit you have stored in your closet.
If you have a creative style, you can opt for suits or dresses with different patterns, for example: checks, polka dots, lines, etc.
If your style is romantic, you can opt for a dress with lace or ruffles in a light tone.
Sources:
Arrioja, M. (2017)La etiqueta para una boda. Fratela.com
Varas, S. (2021)Diferencias entre frac, esmoquin y chaqué: ¡resolvemos tus dudas !. Zanyou.com
