Invited to some "Millionaires Ball" in the Upper East Side. What should I wear?

[HighSociety]

One of my close friends - who is more of a business partner now, invited me to a party hosted in somebody's Penthouse. Formal attire, obviously. Its going to be on Valentines Day, so Im wondering a simple tux with a red bow tie? I'll pick this up if it gets reasonable approval.

http://www.ralphlauren.com/product/i...entPage=family

 

[Concordia]

Forget the red tie.

Perhaps a red pocket square, or boutonniere?

Or some seasonal studs and cufflinks, if not too garish.

 

[MrDaniels]

Don't do the red tie unless it is an 80s Theme Party.

 

[zjpj83]

Red pocket square sounds nice

 

[Big A]

I'd go with standard black tie but make your date wear red . . . .

 

[ccffm1]

The tux is fine, but I think you´d be on the safe side with a white linen square and a black bow tie. I feel that semi-formal evening wear should stand out by virtue of its simplicity and quality rather than by gimmicky details.

 

[Skanstull]

Here you'll find everything you need to know - awesome site:

http://www.blacktieguide.com/

 

[JayJay]

Originally Posted by ccffm1

The tux is fine, but I think you´d be on the safe side with a white linen square and a black bow tie. I feel that semi-formal evening wear should stand out by virtue of its simplicity and quality rather than by gimmicky details.
I also feel that you'll stand out with a white linen square and black bow tie rather than a red tie or ps. A red flower in your lapel would add a nice touch. Besides, other men are likely to sport a red tie or ps.

 

[Twotone]

This:

Twotone

 

[oscarthewild]

Originally Posted by Twotone

This:

Twotone

That watch is so money!!

 

[HighSociety]

Just got my invitation revoked.

 

[SirSuturesALot]

Originally Posted by HighSociety

Just got my invitation revoked.

How did that happen?

 

[Mr. Moo]

Originally Posted by SirSuturesALot

How did that happen?

His friend read this thread and saw that he was going to wear a red bow tie.

 

[HighSociety]

Its a possibility. Regardless of his wealthy friends, Im the only one with the Bentley.

 

[Mr. Moo]

Originally Posted by HighSociety

Its a possibility. Regardless of his wealthy friends, Im the only one with the Bentley.

Throw your own millionaire's party then.