traditional attire for engagement party

[∞♥ 17]

Hi all,

I was wondering if someone can tell me what the traditional male attire for an engagement party would be?

We will be having our engagement party this November in Cebu and I would like to know if I should buy everything there, or if there are clothes I can take with me.

It will be a small party at a resort with her immediate family only.

Any links to clothing sites or links to pictures would be appreciated.

Thanks in advance!

[randy and ana 1]

Hi i'd rather suggest not to wear a formal clothes (wedding suit)or a suit that looks like its ur wedding day because if u take picture of the event and submit the picture as a proof of engagement during the interview the CO might not second thought that u did the wedding already dont let the CO have the idea that it looks like a wedding party even its just only an engagement (if u want in a formal clothes and looks like a wedding party make a banner and attached it o the wall where the big table is located stating or showing it was a really an engagement party with ur name and fiancee's name and date of the event ) if u are filing for a K1. happy weekend

[∞♥ 17]

Hi i'd rather suggest not to wear a formal clothes (wedding suit)or a suit that looks like its ur wedding day because if u take picture of the event and submit the picture as a proof of engagement during the interview the CO might not second thought that u did the wedding already dont let the CO have the idea that it looks like a wedding party even its just only an engagement (if u want in a formal clothes and looks like a wedding party make a banner and attached it o the wall where the big table is located stating or showing it was a really an engagement party with ur name and fiancee's name and date of the event ) if u are filing for a K1. happy weekend

Thanks for the input!

I understand that, but what would be proper attire to wear to the party...or is there traditional Filipino attire that one would wear to the event? I know that I shouldn't wear something "business-like" such as a button down shirt and tie. Would it be considered an informal event? Casual? How casual?

Regards.

[magdasal 19]

Thanks for the input!

I understand that, but what would be proper attire to wear to the party...or is there traditional Filipino attire that one would wear to the event? I know that I shouldn't wear something "business-like" such as a button down shirt and tie. Would it be considered an informal event? Casual? How casual?

Regards.

First, ask your fiancé...your wife-to-be will always give you the best advice about all things in her culture. She will steer you right, for sure.

I'll just say that Filipinos have a much more narrow dress code than Americans. It's simple...first, you should be the best dressed guy there...but that doesn't mean a suit and tie. You will be expected to represent the family well, so my advice would be to wear what we in the US call summer business casual. Collared, short sleeve shirt, Dockers or something other than jeans (though every body else may well be wearing jeans and tee-shirts) and some comfortable shoes other than sneakers or flip-flops.

Shorts and tee-shirts are definitely not a good idea. Filipinos have certain expectations based on relative wealth and status...whether you like it or not, they will expect an American to dress as they envision an American professional to dress...wearing anything less would may not make a good impression. You represent something different there...and you will be held to a higher standard than the guests, even though the family will smile and appear to accept you as you are.

Anyway...ask the wife-to-be first and foremost...but, no matter what she says, keep it on the conservative side.

Always strive to be a pogi mo!

Edited September 5, 2010 by magdasal

[randy and ana 1]

it depends on ur fiancee how you will celebrate it since its going to celebrate in a resort id rather be in a swim suit attire isnt good idea lol no offense ok but for a filipino like us as long as relatives are already there especially the immediate family member was there that is enough and theres a food to eat on the table and a little drinks or a singing machine as what we did thats it. about the clothes u have to confirm it with ur fiancee first. u can buy here in the Philippines if u likes its not that expensive and so many choices that fits in ur taste and ur fiancee u better ask her and she will let to guide u.GODBLESS

[∞♥ 17]

Thanks all!

[magdasal 19]

First, ask your fiancé...your wife-to-be will always give you the best advice about all things in her culture. She will steer you right, for sure.

I'll just say that Filipinos have a much more narrow dress code than Americans. It's simple...first, you should be the best dressed guy there...but that doesn't mean a suit and tie. You will be expected to represent the family well, so my advice would be to wear what we in the US call summer business casual. Collared, short sleeve shirt, Dockers or something other than jeans (though every body else may well be wearing jeans and tee-shirts) and some comfortable shoes other than sneakers or flip-flops.

Shorts and tee-shirts are definitely not a good idea. Filipinos have certain expectations based on relative wealth and status...whether you like it or not, they will expect an American to dress as they envision an American professional to dress...wearing anything less may not make a good impression. You represent something different there...and you will be held to a higher standard than the guests, even though the family will smile and appear to accept you as you are.

Anyway...ask the wife-to-be first and foremost...but, no matter what she says, keep it on the conservative side.

Always strive to be a pogi mo!

[charlie&pam 1]

First, ask your fiancé...your wife-to-be will always give you the best advice about all things in her culture. She will steer you right, for sure.

I'll just say that Filipinos have a much more narrow dress code than Americans. It's simple...first, you should be the best dressed guy there...but that doesn't mean a suit and tie. You will be expected to represent the family well, so my advice would be to wear what we in the US call summer business casual. Collared, short sleeve shirt, Dockers or something other than jeans (though every body else may well be wearing jeans and tee-shirts) and some comfortable shoes other than sneakers or flip-flops.

Shorts and tee-shirts are definitely not a good idea. Filipinos have certain expectations based on relative wealth and status...whether you like it or not, they will expect an American to dress as they envision an American professional to dress...wearing anything less would may not make a good impression. You represent something different there...and you will be held to a higher standard than the guests, even though the family will smile and appear to accept you as you are.

Anyway...ask the wife-to-be first and foremost...but, no matter what she says, keep it on the conservative side.

Always strive to be a pogi mo!

i agree to this advice...my fiance now hubby wear shorts and t-shirts and snickers only but it was cool to see...that's all..CONGRATS to both of you.....GODBLESS YOUR PARTY...

[∞♥ 17]

i agree to this advice...my fiance now hubby wear shorts and t-shirts and snickers only but it was cool to see...that's all..CONGRATS to both of you.....GODBLESS YOUR PARTY...

Thank you!

[tallcoolone 102]

I wear Top Hat and Tails with a cane.............