A Black Tie Affair

Black tie - a dress code for semi-formal evening events, and worn to many types of social functions. For a man, the major component is a coat, known as a dinner jacket (British) or tuxedo (Canada and the U.S.), which is usually black but is also seen in midnight blue, and includes a homburg hat, a butonniere and handkerchief. A woman's corresponding evening dress ranges from a conservative cocktail dress to the long evening gown, determined by current fashion, local custom, and the occasion's time, accompanied by pearls, or gold jewelry.

I have included such wonderful items in this kit to commemorate the wonderful events associated with dances, Valentine's Day dinners, retirement dinners, birthdays, anniversaries, or any other event worthy of elegance and distinguished formality.