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Formal Wear Vocabulary - Tuxedo

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Formal Wear Vocabulary
suit
suit
[noun]

a jacket with a pair of pants or a skirt that are made from the same cloth and should be worn together

Ex: He paired his suit with polished dress shoes. 
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wedding
wedding
[noun]

a ceremony or event where two people are married

Ex: The wedding was held in a beautiful garden. 
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shiny
shiny
[Adjective]

bright and smooth in a way that reflects light

Ex: The newly waxed floors were shiny and smooth to the touch. 
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satin
satin
[noun]

a type of very smooth fabric with a glossy surface

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lapel
lapel
[noun]

a folded flap of fabric on the front of a jacket or coat that extends from the collar to the chest

Ex: He wore a flower on his lapel for the wedding. 
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button
button
[noun]

a small, round object, usually made of plastic or metal, sewn onto a piece of clothing and used for fastening two parts together

Ex: He carefully fastened the buttons on his shirt. 
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pants
pants
[noun]

an item of clothing that covers the lower half of our body, from our waist to our ankles, and covers each leg separately

Ex: He is going to wear black pants and a white shirt for his job interview. 
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elegant
elegant
[Adjective]

having a refined and graceful appearance or style

Ex: She wore an elegant gown to the gala, turning heads with her timeless beauty. 
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tailcoat
tailcoat
[noun]

a very formal coat for men that is short at the front with two long pointed parts at the back

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tail
tail
[noun]

a long hanging part at the back of a coat, jacket, or similar garment

Ex: The magician's coat had long black tails. 
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popular
popular
[Adjective]

receiving a lot of love and attention from many people

Ex: Harry Potter books are very popular among teenagers. 
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to replace

to fill the role or take the place of someone or something

Ex: As technology advances, traditional methods may become obsolete and new approaches often replace them. 
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old-fashioned
old-fashioned
[Adjective]

no longer used, supported, etc. by the general public, typically belonging to an earlier period in history

Ex: The old-fashioned rotary telephone seemed out of place in the modern office. 
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to require

to need or demand something as necessary for a particular purpose or situation

Ex: Completing the advanced course will require a solid understanding of the basics. 
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attention
attention
[noun]

the act of taking notice of someone or something

Ex: The teacher's loud voice quickly grabbed the students' attention. 
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detail
detail
[noun]

a small part or component considered separately from the whole

Ex: The engine consists of hundreds of small details. 
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to sit
to sit
[Verb]

(of clothing items) to fit a person in a specific way

Ex: These jeans sit comfortably around the waist. 
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sharp
sharp
[Adjective]

(of a person's style or clothes) dressy and fashionable, often conveying a sense of sophistication and elegance

Ex: The sharp dresser caught everyone's attention with his impeccable sense of style. 
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put together
put together
[Adjective]

(of a person) looking neat, stylish, or well-dressed, often implying confidence and attention to appearance

Ex: She always looks so put together, even on busy mornings. 
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collar
collar
[noun]

the part around the neck of a piece of clothing that usually turns over

Ex: She adjusted the collar of her blouse to make sure it lay flat against her shoulders. 
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bow tie
bow tie
[noun]

a narrow piece of cloth tied in a bowknot around the collar of a shirt

Ex: He completed his formal look with a black bow tie and a crisp white shirt. 
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stripe
stripe
[noun]

a design consisting of lines or bands with a different color from the background, often used on clothing, textiles, or other surfaces

Ex: She wore a sleek black dress with thin white stripes running down the sides. 
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cufflink
cufflink
[noun]

each of the pair of decorative buttons linked to a man's shirt cuff

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cummerbund

a broad waist sash, worn with a tuxedo or formal evening wear to cover the waistband

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vest
vest
[noun]

a sleeveless piece of clothing that is worn under a jacket and over a shirt

Ex: He wore a crisp white shirt and a charcoal gray vest under his suit jacket for the wedding. 
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waist
waist
[noun]

the part of the body between the ribs and hips, which is usually narrower than the parts mentioned

Ex: She cinched her belt tightly around her waist to emphasize her hourglass figure. 
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to [complete] a look

to finish or enhance an outfit or style so it appears fully coordinated or finished

Ex: She added earrings to complete the look. 
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groom
groom
[noun]

a man who is getting married

Ex: The groom looked dashing in his tailored suit as he waited at the altar. 
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award
award
[noun]

a prize or money given to a person for their great performance

Ex: She received a lifetime achievement award for her work in cinema. 
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show
show
[noun]

a public performance or entertainment event, often involving a variety of acts such as music, dance, drama, comedy, or magic

Ex: The circus show featured acrobats, clowns, and animal performances. 
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New Year's Eve

the evening of 31st of December, which is the last day of the year

Ex: Families and friends gathered for a festive dinner to celebrate New Year's Eve together. 
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to expect
to expect
[Verb]

to demand that someone fulfills a duty

Ex: The teacher expects students to complete their homework on time. 
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black-tie
black-tie
[Adjective]

moderately formal; requiring a dinner jacket

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opera
opera
[noun]

a musical play sung and performed by singers

Ex: He's an opera singer with a powerful voice. 
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accessory
accessory
[noun]

an item, such as a bag, hat, piece of jewelry, etc., that is worn or carried because it makes an outfit more beautiful or attractive

Ex: A belt can be both a practical and stylish accessory for jeans or dresses. 
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jewelry
jewelry
[noun]

objects such as necklaces, bracelets or rings, typically made from precious metals such as gold and silver, that we wear as decoration

Ex: He bought a lovely piece of jewelry for his mother's birthday. 
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trendy
trendy
[Adjective]

influenced by the latest or popular styles

Ex: The trendy hairstyle she sported quickly became popular among her friends. 
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