evening wear
[ˈiːvnɪŋ wɛr]
noun
roupa de noite; traje de gala; roupa social
1. Formal or semi-formal clothing designed to be worn in the evening, typically to social events, dinners, or celebrations
She purchased an elegant evening wear dress for the gala.
Ela comprou um elegante traje de gala para a festa.
2. A category of clothing that includes formal dresses, tuxedos, and other sophisticated garments for nighttime occasions
The boutique specializes in evening wear for weddings and formal events.
A boutique se especializa em roupas de noite para casamentos e eventos formais.
Evening wear holds significant cultural importance in both American and Brazilian societies. In Brazil, formal events and galas are occasions where evening wear is prominently featured, particularly in Rio de Janeiro's upscale social circles and São Paulo's business elite. In the USA, evening wear is essential for galas, opera, formal dinners, and black-tie events. The formality level and type of evening wear varies by event and regional customs, with tuxedos and gowns being the most traditional choices for high-end evening events.
NYC Slang
threads; get-up; fancy duds
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