Suits : The Spectrum of Formality
Ensure that you ’ re dressed appropriately for the occasion with these guidelines that cover a range of looks . Consider the season , time of day and the venue before making your selections . And there ’ s always room to play with pattern and color within the dress code .
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Formal : Black Tie
• Tuxedos in a smooth wool fabric with silk or satin lapels
• Black is the default , but midnight blue , hunter green and burgundy also appear
• Silk or satin stripe down the outer seams of the pants
• Bowtie is customary , in black or colorful satin or silk
• White dress shirt with vertical pleats , wing collar and studs instead of buttons
• French cuffs fastened with cufflinks and cummerbund in lieu of a belt
• Black shoes in patent or highly shined leather , with black socks
Semi-Formal : Cocktail Attire
• Suits in dark fabrics in wool or cotton blend , depending on the season
• Notched lapel is standard on a singlebreasted suit
• Dress shirts may be white or pastel with a spread collar
• Long necktie that ends at the belt is typical
• Pocket square of a complementary color in silk or cotton
• Leather belt matches shoe color
• Lace-up leather shoes with coordinating socks
Resort Formal : Beachfront Best
• Casual , light-colored suit in breathable fabrics like linen or cotton
• Long-sleeve buttoned shirts with classic barrel cuffs
• No tie , open collar
• Stylish sunglasses
• Cotton belt and pocket square
• Footwear : loafers , boat shoes , sandals or barefoot ◆
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LATOYA & TYRON
Married in Negril, Jamaica
REAL COUPLES
Weddings & Honeymoons
Q. Why did you choose this location?
A. We were looking for something
that was family-friendly, and food
selection played a major role. Also, we
were looking for the most beautiful
venue to have our wedding ceremony,
finally deciding on Karisma by Azul.
Q. What was your favorite part of your wedding?
A. Having our families witness us saying,
“I do!”
Q. Favorite part of the destination?
A. It feels like you’re in a whole other
world. I loved that we — and when I say
“we” I mean everyone — were treated
like royalty!
Q. What advice do you have for other couples
planning a destination wedding?
A. If you don’t want to be stressed, get
a destination wedding travel advisor.
They can let you know all the ins and
outs that Google will not tell you.
Q. How did using a travel advisor make
planning your wedding easier?
A. I was so relaxed, so I had the pleasure
of not being a bridezilla. Anything I
asked — if I needed to add or change
something — my travel advisor had no
problem doing. They made wedding
planning such a breeze.
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