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Formal wear , formal attire or full dress is the traditional Western dress code category applicable for the most formal occasions, such as weddings , christenings , confirmations , funerals , Easter and Christmas traditions , in addition to certain state dinners , audiences , balls , and horse racing events. Formal wear is traditionally divided into formal day and evening wear; implying morning dress ( morning coat ) before 6 p.m., and white tie ( dress coat ) after 6 p.m. [ citation needed ] Generally permitted other alternatives, though, are the most formal versions of ceremonial dresses (including court dresses , diplomatic uniforms and academic dresses ), full dress uniforms , religious clothing , national costumes , and most rarely frock coats (which preceded morning co...