The guide to decoding dress codes this summer

In the midst of event season, it can be hard to know what to wear, especially when the dress code hasn’t been specified. Here at Remix we have put together the ultimate Dress Code Decoder, so you can nail the dress code at your next event. From Casual to Black-Tie we've got your back.

SEMI FORMAL

When it comes to semi formal, it’s a bit of a combination of other dress codes. Think an outfit dressier than office attire but not as formal as a full length evening gown. However, depending on the time of the event you may want to dress it up a bit more for an evening event, compared to a daytime event.

1. Rotate No.23 Jacquard Blazer Dress from Workshop, 2. True Wide Ring from Tiffany & Co, 3. Lover Heel from Chaos and Harmony, 4. Mr Molten Mini from Deadly Ponies, 5. The Shaoxing Sleever from Hej Hej, 6. Peak Dress from Moochi, 7. Nikki Partridge Earrings from Partridge Jewellers, 8. Shrimps Melette Fur Headband from Workshop, 9. Mr Pom Pom Croc Cobalt from Deadly Ponies, 10. Green Saddle Bag from Dior, 11. Sandino Espadrille from Mi Piaci, 12. Bare Sandal from The Row, 13. Uptown Small Tote from Saint Laurent, 14. Rotate No.1 Jacquard Puff Sleeve Mini Dress from Workshop, 15. Eva Slide from Kathryn Wilson, 16. Andromeda Top from Karen Walker, 17. Nili Lotan Tiger Printed Silk Cami Dress from Workshop

COCKTAIL

A short dress that you can dance the night away in, is perfect for the cocktail dress code. If in doubt, wear a little black dress or mix it up with some bright colour or fun jewellery. 

1. Tiffany Hardwear Graduated Link Earrings from Tiffany & Co, 2. Asymmetrical Velvet Dress from Saint Laurent, 3. Black and Nude J’Adior Plumetis Pump from Dior, 4. Ormani Sandal from Mi Piaci, 5. Antonia Beaded Bag Shrimps from Workshop, 6. Twist PM from Louis Vuitton, 7. Naughty Motif Ring from Swarovski, 8. Diamond Equipoise Earrings from Jewellers Workshop, 9. Lux Sandal from Chaos and Harmony, 10. Rotate No. 24 Puff Sleeve Mini Dress from Workshop, 11. Geometric Shapes OPen Ring from Pandora, 12. Celeste Leather Block Heels from Hannahs Footwear, 13. Golden Rose Wide Cuff Bracelet Nikki Partridge from Partridge Jewellers, 14. Jewel Fleetwrap Top from Moochi

BLACK TIE

When it comes to black tie, it is pretty self explanatory. One of the most formal dress codes, where a full length dress and heels are required. Don’t be afraid to bring some colour to your outfit, black tie doesn't necessarily mean it has to be black. 

1. Tiffany Victoria Diamond Vine Drop Earrings from Tiffany & Co, 2. Rotate No. 46 Pleated Pantsuit from Workshop, 3. Square Sparkle Open Bangle from Pandora, 4. Monogram Heart Clutch from Saint Laurent, 5. Opyum pumps from Saint Laurent, 6. Yellow Diamond Slave Bangle from Partridge Jewellers, 7. Geometric Shapes Necklace from Pandora, 8. Lover Heel from Chaos and Harmony, 9. Suede Sandals from Prada, 10. HM + GIAMBATTISTA, 11. Blue Zircon Ring from Jewellers Workshop, 12. Palace Y Necklace from Swarovski, 13. HM + GIAMBATTISTA, 14. Nice Pierced Earrings from Swarovski

CASUAL 

When it comes to casual, you can almost wear anything, however, save you jandals and togs for the beach. Ensure that the outfit is still appropriate and professional but don’t forget to add you own personal style to the outfit.

1. Layer Crop from Moochi, 2. Papier Mini Wallet from Balenciaga, 3. Luxe Bow Short from Moochi, 4. Girl with an Acorn from Karen Walker, 5. Spin Skirt from Moochi, 6. Lagoon Leather Sandals from Hannahs Footwear, 7. Laugh Out Loud from Hej Hej, 8. LV Archlight Sneaker from Louis Vuitton, 9. Jayde Tie Front Midi Dress from Superdry, 10. Logo Button Down Shirt from Balenciaga, 11. Chuck Taylor All Star 70 from Converse, 12. Character Logo Macro Portland T-Shirt from Superdry, 13. SS Baseball Tee Nili Lotan from Workshop