Black tie attire is a formal dress code for weddings that typically involves tuxedos and long gowns. Its the second most formal dress code for weddings, after white tie.

Here are some details about black tie attire for men and women:

Men

Tuxedo: A tuxedo with a satin lapel, black bow tie, white dress shirt, black dress shoes, and a silk pocket square. A cummerbund is optional. If you dont have a tuxedo, you can wear a high-quality, black suit with a white dress shirt, black pants and a formal tie.

Colors: Darker hues like burgundy, black, navy, and gray.

Accessories: Cufflinks, shirt studs.

Shoes: Polished patent leather shoes.

Women

Dress: A floor-length gown made of a formal fabric like silk, chiffon, or Mikado. Gowns can include details like Alencon lace, embroidery, or crystals. Accessories like high-end jewelry, pearls, diamonds, shawls, and clutches are appropriate.

Colors: Darker hues like burgundy, black, navy, and gray, or jewel tones and metallics. White is not appropriate.

Accessories: Refined jewelry like pearls or diamonds.

Shoes: heals or dressy sandals. No sneakers.