Attire Guide
Semi-formal attire requested for our special day
Semi-Formal Attire
Dress to impress, but keep it comfortable for dancing!
For Women
✅ Perfect Choices:
- • Cocktail dresses (knee-length or midi)
- • Elegant jumpsuits or rompers
- • Dressy separates (blouse + skirt)
- • Dressy pants with a nice top
- • Heels, dressy flats, or nice sandals
🎨 Colors & Patterns:
- • Any color you love!
- • Floral patterns are welcome
- • Avoid white (that's for the bride!)
- • Avoid overly casual patterns
For Men
✅ Perfect Choices:
- • Dress shirt with dress pants
- • Sport coat or blazer (optional)
- • Dress shoes (loafers, oxfords)
- • Tie is appreciated but not required
- • Nice button-down shirt
🎨 Colors & Style:
- • Avoid jeans and sneakers
- • Khakis or dress pants preferred
- • Nice polo shirts work too
- • Dress shoes or nice loafers
What Does Semi-Formal Look Like?
Cocktail Dress
Knee-length or midi dress in any color you love
Dress Shirt & Pants
Button-down with dress pants or khakis
Jumpsuit/Romper
Elegant one-piece for a modern look
Please Avoid
Too Casual
- • Jeans or denim of any kind
- • T-shirts or tank tops
- • Shorts or athletic wear
- • Sneakers or flip-flops
- • Baseball caps or casual hats
Too Formal
- • Full tuxedos (unless you love them!)
- • Floor-length ball gowns
- • Overly formal evening wear
- • White dresses (reserved for the bride)
- • Overly flashy or attention-grabbing outfits
Weather & Comfort
March Weather
March in Costa Mesa is typically mild with temperatures in the 60s-70s°F. Perfect weather for semi-formal attire!
- • Consider a light jacket or cardigan
- • The venue has both indoor and outdoor spaces
- • Comfortable shoes for dancing
Comfort Tips
- • Choose shoes you can dance in
- • Bring layers for temperature changes
- • Avoid anything too tight or restrictive
- • Consider the venue's industrial-chic aesthetic
- • Most importantly: wear what makes you feel confident!
Questions About Attire?
If you're unsure about what to wear, don't hesitate to reach out to us! We want you to feel comfortable and confident on our special day.