To wear this to an event which says "Evening Dress"

[happycrimblechuckie]

www.next.co.uk/x5396s3#896099x53

Hopefully that works to a link to an outfit from next
I have it in black.

[deXavia]

Looking at it another way - are you a regular at the "golf club" or a newbie still creating an impression or guest of a regular? Do you care about anyone's opinion? And is its a stuffy " golf club"
If your an established member or its a more chilled place I reckon you can be more daring with your choice. If you are a guest, needing to impress or it's a stuffy traditional type place I would say be more conservative.
As for that specific jumpsuit personally I'd prefer it if it was more flared/palazzo style leg, would seem more 'dressy' to me. And agree with the statement shoes but think a statement necklace would be too busy front and back - simple long chain/pendant like some one mentioned up thread would be the way to go.

[EnianShelZman]

Sorry it looks a bit tacky to me. I would feel very self conscious in a room full of women in pretty dresses wearing this thing.

[WranglerCord]

Teacup, I would disagree. Black tie used to mean full length dresses for women, but I would suggest most black tie events now will be populated by women in cocktail dresses. I was at an event recently and not one single woman was in a full length dress - and they were mostly over 50 so it's not really an age thing. It depends on the event, especially whether there is dancing and the general 'poshness' of the venue etc.

[ohhifruit]

I think many invitations include 'formal wear' without really knowing what it means.
The jumpsuit
A works cocktail party? Maybe but even then I'd err on the side of caution and wear a dress.
Gala/opening/etc. No, no way.
A ball? NO. Full out no.

It would be fine for Saturday down the pub/hen night not for formal wear.

[PiperRose]

Bloody hell, judgemental much???.

[Logg1e]

Lovely outfit, but I wouldn't wear trousers for "evening dress".

I'm surprised at people saying "Not Next".

Giles what are "duck sides"??

[Ifancyashandy]

The bow on that is very very horrid. It looks like it was found on Kat Slaters market stall. And for that reason, no, it is not suitable for a black tie / formal event.

[Gileswithachainsaw]

log

They are when the legs are all really baggy at the waist and thigh. Making someone look a lot wider than they actually are :o

Like clown trousers I suppose

[dontcallmemam]

I wonder if you might feel uncomfortable if everyone else is dressed up to the nines? Evening dress to me means fancy cocktail dress or even a long frock with the men in Black Tie.
I'd think you were making a statement of some sort.

[appletarts]

You need a dress

[BackforGood]

No - if it says "Evening Dress" on the invitation, then that isn't appropriate IMO.
If you are stick thin and confident, you could get away with it for a party of something, but it's not formal enough for an event which has asked you to adhere to a dress code.

[TheGinLushMinion]

I wouldn't wear it to an occasion with that description, it's just too ordinary from the front-it's a bit of a day into night outfit for me.

[VoldysGoneMouldy]

Not for an event saying ''Evening dress'', no. It's fine for a party or going out for dinner, but not for a formal event. If you don't like wearing dresses, then smart trousers with killer shoes, a good blouse and jacket. But not a jumpsuit.

[scantilymad]

I would wear the jumpsuit (figure permitting) for drinks with the girls but I'm not sure it will cut it for "evening dress". I agree with previous posters who have suggested cocktail style dresses. "Evening wear" is just a smarter version of what you might wear in the day (when women wore dresses all the time!) so don't go full length. I'd also jump at the chance to dress up and wear something with a skirt rather than something with trousers, but that's only because I spend my life in jeans!
Also, would you get much wear from the jumpsuit? It's quite a statement piece - are there many other places you think you might wear it? It doesn't seem like an "investment" piece.
Maybe try Damsel in a Dress? They do some lovely dresses.