Got A Formal Occasion To Go To? Here’s What You Need To Know About What To Wear

Summer Formal_Chispa Magazine-Romina NabhenSummer is the season that your event calendar can fill up quite nicely. There are weddings to attend, BBQs, and fun garden parties to enjoy. So, this means you have to think about your formal wear and make sure you have everything you need. In preparation and for those last minute invitations, these guidelines can work for males and females as we both equally need to look our best at things like this.

Consider the outfit. One of the first things to consider would be what outfit you are going to wear. For the ladies, this may be as simple as choosing between a dress or trousers. For the males, it might be even simpler as to whether you wear a full suit or something a little more casual. I suppose this would depend on the occasion you were attending and if there was a dress code in place. Thankfully you can check out websites for coupons at shops like Express or something similar.

Weddings tend to want a more formal dress code unless the wedding itself is a more low key affair. Whereas BBQs or other events during the summer may mean you can wear something a little more casual.

You need comfortable, but stylish shoes. Whatever occasion you are going to, the likelihood is, you will be on your feet for a long time. So having comfortable shoes to get you through the day or night will be essential. For women, during the summer, this means wearing sandals. They can either have a heel or not; it’s up to you. Men can opt for a sailor shoe or may still have to wear a more formal choice. Some outfits and occasions may even mean you could wear canvas shoes. It all depends on what you are wearing and where you are going. The best things you can do is to try and wear your shoes at home before the big day. This will ensure they are comfortable.

Are you going to coordinate with your partner? A lot of guests at events now try and coordinate with one another. This normally means the gentleman wears a tie or pocket square in the same color as their female partner’s dress. Or, each one of you picks up the color in each other’s outfit. This can look great for photo opportunities and can work well. It is more of a personal choice though so it’s best to decide in advance if you are doing that.

Don’t forget the all important accessories. For males, this might be as simple as a tie or pocket square. Whereas for the females among us, the accessories can play a big part of a formal outfit. This is anything from the choice of a bag they take to the jewelry they wear. Sunglasses; however, will be an essential accessory for the both of you, especially if you are outside for a lot of it.

And last but not least… have fun! It’s summer and summer fashion is fun, loose, and inspiring!

Photo by Josh Felise

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Romina Nabhen

Romina Nabhen

Lifestyle Director at Chispa Magazine
Bilingual influencer, spokesperson, panelist, and on-air personality, Romina Nabhen is internationally recognized as a Lifestyle, Fashion and Beauty Expert. She has over 20 years of experience on television, print, radio, online media, and the corporate world, Nabhen is an asset for all lifestyle, fashion, and beauty-related events. Plus, when it comes to encouraging young girls and teens, she speaks from the heart and her message compels all with her Unique Me approach.

Romina Nabhen

Bilingual influencer, spokesperson, panelist, and on-air personality, Romina Nabhen is internationally recognized as a Lifestyle, Fashion and Beauty Expert. She has over 20 years of experience on television, print, radio, online media, and the corporate world, Nabhen is an asset for all lifestyle, fashion, and beauty-related events. Plus, when it comes to encouraging young girls and teens, she speaks from the heart and her message compels all with her Unique Me approach.