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What does that even mean! For those who are confused by the horde of dress codes party goers are forced to endure these days, here is our complete guide to help you decipher those oxymoron-riddled, often baffling party dress codes

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The look: Dark suit or blazer with dress pants Dress shirt (tie optional, depending on the event) Dress shoes oxfords, derbies, or polished loafers Room for a little more color, texture, or pattern than the dress codes above Our pick: The Blue Suit For a deeper breakdown including what to wear to summer cocktail events, what counts as a cocktail mistake, and how it compares to semi-formal see our full guide to cocktail attire for men