What is the difference between business casual and smart casual? When it comes to cocktail attire for men, there are some rules, and there is some wiggle room. Here is what you need to know.

Save for the “doctor is ready now”, do any four words inspire more trepidation—and less excitement—than “cocktail attire for men”? (We’re exaggerating, but only a little.) ...

Attending a cocktail party sounds fun and all, but finding suitable cocktail attire for men is, well, a tad bit challenging. Whereas a black tie gala is pretty straightforward (cue the tuxedo!), ...

then the cocktail attire for men, is to also wear a jacket. Typically any form of dress shoes are considered cocktail attire appropriate. For women that’s often heels, leather flats or even a ...

When I went online to RSVP, it said, “Attire: evening cocktail -- slacks, cocktail dresses, jackets, etc.” We never wear that kind of clothing, even to funerals. We always look nice ...

Typically, any form of dress shoes are considered cocktail attire appropriate. For women that’s often heels, leather flats or even a heeled boot. For men, that can be a loafer or a dressy boot. Still, ...