Semi-Formal

A way of styling clothes, in which you are more formal than everyday clothes, but less formal than a formal event, such as black-tie events. Some popular places where you will find this are in this are school dances, work parties, and brunches.

Mary: “Hey, did you hear that Homecoming is semi-formal? What are you going to wear?”
Jenny: “I found this cute dress from Kohl’s that’s the perfect mix of formal and casual! I’m so excited for the dance!”

by yourlocalworddealer August 15, 2020

Semi-Formal

A type of shirt with a tie,tuxedo,bowtie,etc. printed on the front so as to appear important looking

nah, its printed on, goin' semi-formal today

by njh470 October 25, 2010

semi-formal

Wearing slacks and a button down shirt. No need for a jacket or tie.

I'm glad this party is a semi-formal party, I can't afford a jacket or a tie!

by DJ Yeyo September 22, 2006

semi formal

A slang term for a dress code prohibiting any apparel below the waist. Derived from a "Harold and Kumar" movie.

Macey loved to attend "semi formal" parties, especially when the place was packed tight.

by mrg4ce January 27, 2010

semi-formal attire

If you are going to a school dance like homecoming the dress code is usually semi-formal. This means you should wear dress pants a button-up shirt and either a pair of dress shoes or clean shoes like vans or jordans.

person 1: What should I wear to hoco? person 2: Semi-formal attire, not too formal attire.

by pre_ November 30, 2022