Quote Originally Posted by davedove View Post
Some people can't be bothered to get dressed up and attend formal events, or just don't have the occasion to do so. I say that's fine, but I also think they're missing out on an experience.

I was raised in rural southern Illinois. My relatives were for the most part farm folk. My dad over the years raised horses, cattle, and even pigs, yet he owned a suit for nicer events. Granted, I don't think he ever wore a tuxedo, but he would have if the occasion warranted.

Dressing appropriately is not about being superior, it's about respecting the host of the event.
I'm with Dave here, while I own bits and pieces of formal kit, I have few occasions to use them. I find though, that I am often the sole tie wearer at a family holiday gathering, sometimes joined by young Scooby, who still enjoys the novelty of "dressing up."



I enjoy wearing a tie, and given the odd appropriate occasion, would enjoy wearing "real" black tie too.

Bob