Attending a Formal Event

@LadyDuck (459165)

• Switzerland

1 Apr 17

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@LadyDuck (459165)

• Switzerland

2 Apr 17

@sol_cee You are correct.

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@sol_cee (38222)

• Philippines

1 Apr 17

@LadyDuck am I correct Anna-san? Lol

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@LadyDuck (459165)

• Switzerland

1 Apr 17

Being formal, it means wear a suit and be politically correct.

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@Beatburn (4287)

• Philippines

2 Apr 17

Good thing such occasions are not part of my regular schedule. Can be stressful at times.

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@Beatburn (4287)

• Philippines

3 Apr 17

@LadyDuck An unavoidable inconvenience?

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@LadyDuck (459165)

• Switzerland

3 Apr 17

@Beatburn I agree, I hate to attend formal meetings.

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@dfollin (24200)

• United States

31 Mar 17

No I do not really know what it means, but I would like to do it sometimes, but not too often. That is not me.

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@Beatburn (4287)

• Philippines

3 Apr 17

Once in a while, it's okay. If it is required out of convention or culture, it can be annoying.

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@dfollin (24200)

• United States

4 Apr 17

@Beatburn This is true and if I have something to wear! LOL

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@Beatburn (4287)

• Philippines

4 Apr 17

@dfollin

I'm sure you have a formal attire waiting in your closet. How long since you've worn it?

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ingrid

@ridingbet (66857)

• Philippines

6 Apr 17

by formal, this would mean, no giggles, smiling sweetly, noloud voice when conversing, and donning formal wear. hahaha...

i hope you had a blast with that event.

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@Beatburn (4287)

• Philippines

7 Apr 17

Glad that it was over right away.

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@Beatburn (4287)

• Philippines

8 Apr 17

@ridingbet Yup. I left after a few conversations with the guests.

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ingrid

@ridingbet (66857)

• Philippines

8 Apr 17

@Beatburn really? that fast?

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Cristy

@magallon (19280)

• Philippines

31 Mar 17

To be formal is to switch from the casual things we usually do.

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@Beatburn (4287)

• Philippines

2 Apr 17

And if we're not used to it, can be difficult adjusting to it.

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@Beatburn (4287)

• Philippines

3 Apr 17

@magallon Right. Are there people who enjoy such events?

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Cristy

@magallon (19280)

• Philippines

3 Apr 17

@Beatburn That is true.. It is difficult to act in a situation which we do not usually encounter. It is even harder to mingle with people who are used to be formal..

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Evanson Muhungi

@EMuhungi (1712)

• Nairobi, Kenya

31 Mar 17

wearing suits and tie. Act learned/professional. Thats formal.

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@Beatburn (4287)

• Philippines

2 Apr 17

Yeah. That learned part can be hard. Especially to pretend.

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Evanson Muhungi

@EMuhungi (1712)

• Nairobi, Kenya

2 Apr 17

@Beatburn You have to.

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@DaddyEvil (137142)

• United States

5 Apr 17

@Beatburn @EMuhungi I am certain, if anyone can do that, it will be Beatburn! Hmmm... Evanson, my pc says this is the first time I have ever spoken to you. I am happy to finally meet you here on myLot. I do hope you are enjoying yourself while making friends and earning your pennies here! Welcome to myLot!

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Bojel

@jobelbojel (34730)

• Philippines

11 Apr 17

It means you are going to attend to a formal event - like the one you attended. And also, when applying for a job, we need to look presentable. We don't wear rugged jeans. How was the event?

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@Beatburn (4287)

• Philippines

28 Apr 17

It was okay. Nothing spectacular happened. :-)

Belle Starr (Iz)

@BelleStarr (61047)

• United States

4 Apr 17

It usually means a long gown and a fancy hairdo at least here.

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@Beatburn (4287)

• Philippines

4 Apr 17

Oh yes. It means spending time with a stylist or a hairdresser, wearing fancy jewelry, the works!

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Judy Story

@jstory07 (134622)

• Roseburg, Oregon

31 Mar 17

I think it means for a man to wear a nice suit or tux and for a women to wear a nice dress. Clothes that you do no wear everyday.

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@Beatburn (4287)

• Philippines

2 Apr 17

Along with the conventions that go with it.

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Pat Z Anthony

@PatZAnthony (14752)

• Charlotte, North Carolina

5 Apr 17

Not my thing, but I have had situations when formal was required. Everything proper. These events can be fun or can be so boring! Hope you had a great time.

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Pat Z Anthony

@PatZAnthony (14752)

• Charlotte, North Carolina

7 Apr 17

@Beatburn That is what many of us would do!

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@Beatburn (4287)

• Philippines

8 Apr 17

@PatZAnthony Right, and be back to our normal self.

@Beatburn (4287)

• Philippines

7 Apr 17

It was interesting and frankly, I enjoyed it. I didn't stay long after though and merely exchanged pleasantries with some guests. I bolted moments after the program.

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@DaddyEvil (137142)

• United States

5 Apr 17

Yes, BB, I do have a clue.... It means you have to wear a monkey suit and are not allowed to be yourself! I am sorry that has happened to you. Uhm... you could take a selfie and post it here.... We would all enjoy seeing the person we are always talking to/with. (hopeful expression! and maybe giggling a little bit at the thought of you wearing formal attire! but only a little bit!)

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@Beatburn (4287)

• Philippines

8 Apr 17

@DaddyEvil Or both! And ask mylotters which one suits me. Then again, it just might be removed as it will appear like a survey.

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@Beatburn (4287)

• Philippines

7 Apr 17

I'll post that monkey in a suit next time.

I was uncomfortable but felt sooooo good looking.

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@DaddyEvil (137142)

• United States

8 Apr 17

@Beatburn I look forward to seeing you in the monkey suit, BB! I am sure you COULD look very handsome! (But will you? Hmmm.... I suppose that depends on whether you post a picture of You in the monkey suit, or a monkey in a monkey suit!

)

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Valerie J. Routhieaux

@just4him (307136)

• Green Bay, Wisconsin

3 Apr 17

A long time ago I needed to go to events where I needed to be in formal attire. Not anymore. I prefer the casual life.

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@Beatburn (4287)

• Philippines

7 Apr 17

Why was it needed?

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Laurel (L_B)

@Happy2BeMe (99390)

• Canada

1 Apr 17

Sounds like a very important event.

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@Beatburn (4287)

• Philippines

2 Apr 17

Yes it was,I had to attend it.

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Kandase

@Kandae11 (53677)

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4 Apr 17

you dress conservatively, sip champagne and mingle.

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@Beatburn (4287)

• Philippines

4 Apr 17

Could I just buy and drink champagne at home?

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@Beatburn (4287)

• Philippines

28 Apr 17

@DaddyEvil I slept so long I missed out on mylotting.

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@DaddyEvil (137142)

• United States

5 Apr 17

@Beatburn @Kandae11 Don't tell him yes, Kandase! I know exactly what BB would do then! He would watch tv, take two or three sips right from the bottle and then fall asleep!

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