∃x∀y∃z[Qx∧(My→Pyx)∧Wz ∧Pzx] ∨ ∃x[Qx∧∀y(My→Pyx)∧∃z(Wz∧Pzx)] ? [more inside]
posted by ed\26h on Sep 6, 2009 - 9 answers

Suit up! 20 year old guy looking for inexpensive formal locations/events in the San Francisco Bay Area. [more inside]
posted by razorfrog on Aug 19, 2009 - 4 answers

Looking for a men's suit in Chicago. I have an idea what I want, but I don't know where to look. Any pointers are appreciated. [more inside]
posted by echo target on Jul 22, 2009 - 10 answers

In a languages that uses both the formal and informal "you," is there any situation in which people using the informal "you" with each other would ever go back to regularly using the formal "you" with each other? [more inside]
posted by mustcatchmooseandsquirrel on Apr 29, 2009 - 26 answers

Please help me find a black floor length formal/evening skirt. [more inside]
posted by scazza on Jun 17, 2008 - 14 answers

A friend needs to buy a suit for an interview, and she is having a terrible time finding something suitable. Where, in the Phoenix/Scottsdale area, can she get an inexpensive yet fashionable, formal work wear ladies suit in black (size 16 or 18)? [more inside]
posted by ubiquity on Mar 6, 2008 - 13 answers

I have to attend a black tie gala on Saturday. Help with accessories, please! [more inside]
posted by pitseleh on Jan 16, 2008 - 13 answers

In a discussion with a co-worker today, it was mentioned that I seemed too "formal," and that another, unnamed co-worker, had brought it up and said that they found this formality offensive. [more inside]
posted by kaseijin on Jan 16, 2008 - 30 answers

So I am looking for ideas as to what to wear to this year's company Christmas party. The theme is Naughty is Nice. I am not looking for anything too naughty, but more along the lines of something formal but outlandish. Any place that I could rent something for one night in the San Francisco area would be perfect. I have a couple of ideas, suit with a tophat/cane, maybe a leisure suit, anything that would turn heads. Oh yes, I am a guy and I am not too into the assless leather chaps/gag ball/leather thong.
posted by sir_rubixalot on Dec 10, 2007 - 6 answers

Tails or too long for a tux? [more inside]
posted by djb on Oct 6, 2007 - 8 answers

My university is having a prom / formal dance for grad students. (woot) Where can I (and my friends) get AWESOME retro ironic dresses? [more inside]
posted by k8t on Sep 28, 2007 - 9 answers

My 'suit' consists of a jacket and pants that are different colours although they are complimentary. Is this not really a suit, but rather just a jacket and slacks? Is there any situation such as an office setting where this wouldn't fly? [more inside]
posted by GleepGlop on Aug 4, 2007 - 13 answers

Where can I rent a tuxedo for Friday night (just over 48 hours from now) in New York City?
posted by ChasFile on Apr 18, 2007 - 4 answers

I'm a Brit getting married in San Francisco in September (outdoors). My fiancee will have her wedding dress, of course, but what should I wear? I'm not a fan of the traditional American Tuxedo-look - I'm not going to a ball. Where I come from, it's the traditional morning suit/top hat, but the event will be after 5pm so technically that's out and we're back to black tie. [more inside]
posted by xenoworx on Mar 5, 2007 - 25 answers

Has anyone seen software for writing formal poetry? [more inside]
posted by pracowity on Oct 18, 2006 - 10 answers

As the chair of my fraternity's Fall-Formal Committee, I hold the distinct pleasure of locating a venue for this semester's night of dressy revelry. I'd love to find a nice lodge or similar, more intimate digs where we can hire our own bartender, do our own DJing, etc. Does such a place exist in or around Baltimore? [more inside]
posted by roomwithaview on Oct 11, 2006 - 4 answers

How, in the name of all that is good and holy, exactly do I wear a hakama? [more inside]
posted by kaseijin on Jun 13, 2006 - 14 answers

Invitation to a ball. Which dress option would you choose? [more inside]
posted by ciaron on Apr 18, 2006 - 19 answers

Does anyone have any pointers on formally modelling deception/self-deception? [more inside]
posted by sonofsamiam on Apr 5, 2006 - 5 answers

What is the correct form of address for a retired vice admiral in the United Stated Navy? [more inside]
posted by awesomebrad on Mar 27, 2006 - 10 answers

I need to find a place to rent a tuxedo this week in London. Sub-questions follow... [more inside]
posted by tiamat on Feb 11, 2006 - 17 answers

Do you use "please" or "kindly" to soften a formal imperative? And if you say "kindly," why?
posted by Saucy Intruder on Dec 31, 2005 - 21 answers

Formal Attire: Wedding. Groom and ringbearers (7 and 8 year old boys) wearing charcoal grey wool blend suits (three button). What shirts and ties are there for us? [more inside]
posted by snsranch on Oct 5, 2005 - 6 answers

In (some) languages, why is the conditional so frequently related to politeness? [more inside]
posted by ORthey on Sep 27, 2005 - 25 answers