Alexandra & Stephen

Alexandra & Stephen

Saturday, March 29, 2025 • Chicago, IL, USA
Alexandra & Stephen

Alexandra & Stephen

Saturday, March 29, 2025 • Chicago, IL, USA

Attire

Attire For Our Venue: Black Tie Formal

"Glamorous Black Tie"

Welcome to Chicago! We are thrilled to celebrate our special day with you downtown in the heart of the city at the University Club of Chicago. To ensure everyone feels comfortable and looks incredible, here are some dress code guidelines:


Our Overall Vibe: Think timeless, elegant, and effortlessly chic. Picture yourself in a classic movie in the heart of the city. We are aiming for a sophisticated, timeless ambiance!


For the Gentlemen:

Tuxedos: Classic black tuxedos with a bow tie are strongly encouraged. I'd love for everyone to please wear a black bow tie!


No regular ties please!


For the Ladies:

Evening Gowns: Floor-length gowns are preferred. Opt for rich fabrics like silk, satin, or velvet.


If you're not accustomed to dressing in black tie, consider it an opportunity to embrace the glamour and enjoy dressing up for a night of celebration! If you have any questions or need further guidance, please feel free to contact us. We can't wait to celebrate with you!


Note: The club itself already has a dress code. Anyone not wearing appropriate clothing before, during, or at the end of the evening will kindly be asked to change.

About The University Club of Chicago

Can you wear a cocktail-length dress to a black-tie wedding?

Cocktail-length dresses in formal fabrics and colors or with elevated details (paired with glam accessories) are typically acceptable at a black-tie wedding, but we are asking for floor length dresses if you're able.

Can you wear a suit instead of a tuxedo?

An all-black suit, a white shirt, and a black bow tie are acceptable if you don’t have a tuxedo or the means to rent one. We are asking all men wear bow ties, no regular ties. Thank you!

Black Tie for Kids?

Yes, if your children are invited and you plan to bring them, they are also required to dress up in the requested attire.

Looking for places to rent formalwear?

Companies like Rent the Runway, Nuuly, Generation Tux, and Men's Wearhouse, offer a huge selection of designer formalwear looks that are perfect for black-tie weddings.

Dress code if you're staying at The University Club

DRESS CODE:

Business casual attire or better is required throughout the Clubhouse Monday through Friday. Smart casual attire is permitted every Saturday and Sunday throughout the

Clubhouse.


Smart casual, which does include denim, is permitted in the following areas:

During check-in, check-out and traversing the Lobby to and from the guest rooms.

All private dining rooms

71 floor Living Room and Bean Counter

8th floor The Parliament dining room


Athletic attire is only permitted in the Club's athletic facilities. Members and guests dressed in athletic attire may enter and depart only through the athletic entrance in the West alley or the West valet entrance to the Clubhouse and must utilize the back athletic elevator or back staircase.