Black-Tie Encouraged
“Black-Tie Encouraged” means that guests have the option of wearing their most formal attire (an evening gown or tuxedo) but may also choose to wear a formal suit or cocktail dress istead. Generally, a black-tie encouraged dress code means that the couple and their wedding party will be dressed in black tie. It’s therefore courteous for guests to reflect this level of formality in their overll attire.