Recently I have been thinking about what the definition of “semi-formal” is.  It seems particularly broad, but no one wants to actually say that.

For many guys, semi-formal is putting on a collared shirt, tucking in that shirt and wearing nice slacks and belt and non-running shoes.

For some girls, semi-formal is breaking out the bridesmaid dress they purchased for a previous wedding and totally going all the way.  This observation amuses me and yet it’s the truth!

For some guys, semi-formal is not wearing jeans, not wearing their soccer cleats, and doing something to their hair for once (for these guys, the tousled look is not attractive).

For some girls, semi-formal is just putting on a skirt because they usually wear pants or jeans everywhere else.  Semi-formal would be “Christmas service at church” clothing.

What is your definition!?  For me I enjoy breaking out my vest for such occasions because I don’t feel right wearing a shirt and tie without anything to go over it like a jacket.  But then I look like a waiter with that vest sometimes too haha..