black tie

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That the 43-year-old was attending the black tie event with stars and Washington elites in December is a sign of how drastically Milton’s fortunes had changed in 2025.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

The actor did change from the formal black ensemble he wore to the show and to the restaurant into a brown double-breasted suit with a white shirt and black tie for the Vanity Fair party.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 16, 2026

Appearing by video link, the boy, who was wearing a white shirt and black tie, only spoke to confirm his name and to enter his plea.

From BBC • Oct. 3, 2023

The trip will also include a black tie state dinner at the Palace of Versailles and a stop in Bordeaux, home to a large British community.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 6, 2023

Someone had already laid out clothes for him on the bed: a black suit, white shirt, black tie, white undershirt and underpants, black socks.

From "American Gods" by Neil Gaiman