What is more formal, a dress or black dress pants and a blouse?
I'm going with my choir on a cruise to the Bahamas and we have to dress up every night for dinner. One out of the three nights is going to be very formal but every other night we still have to wear a dress or dress pants. My parents insist that I get black dress pants and a blouse. However, I want to wear a dress because I think it is more formal and it will keep me cool in the hot weather. Which really is better for the occasion?
thanks to all those who answered! my parents are allowing me to get a dress!
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