It wouldn't be for an LGBT+ charity. It would be a ball for a medical charity. But I like the way you think. More LGBT+ support groups need donations. In fact, if you give me your name I'd be happy to make a small contribution in your honour.

I love OP. That was the best response 😂

Just for poofs

OP, you are on fire, the winner and are The Master of the internet.... I bow to you...

The homophobic ones usually turn out to be the 'poofs' as the troll put it not so eloquently 💜

Thank you all for your kind words.
"Just for poofs" - you're full of good ideas today! A magic show would be very enjoyable. "Ladies and gentlemen, please carefully observe this white dove. Abracadabra!" And poof! It's gone. Where did it go? I don't know. What a cracking idea.

I would usually delete this sort of thing but OP you have done so well answering it that I shall leave it here. Well done!

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You're the best OP ever ❤

Lol

Thank you. I was thinking it would be for a charity ball.

Any charity in particular?

Lol

That sounds like a lovely wedding. I feel very similar regarding costume parties. My own wedding was themed, although not as formal as yours.
We've decided to go ahead with an outdoor picnic style get together. We're hoping to raise money for a specific charity, and this style of event feels better for that. So instead of people spending a squillion dollarbucks on their attire, they can donate whatever they're comfortable donating (if at all, I won't shame them).

❤🙏

Thank you, I appreciate your response 🙂

*whispers* women also look incredible in tail coats/traditionally male white tie attire 👀

*whispers back* I know. I saw a picture of Zendaya in a monochromatic pants suit - omg 😍

This is the crazyest most shocking thing ive ever read on the internet.

Oh I love the little suits for kids. They look so darling in them! Way to go you for teaching your boys how to rock a suit.

Op to this comment, if you think this is crazy you should spend a week in our home lol
They are currently saving their pocket money to go for a ride in a helicopter, they will no doubt suit up for that too.
They made flyers advertising free unicorn rides at the local park just to see if anyone would believe it and call, with a disclaimer saying it’s not a good idea if you get car sick on bumpy roads because the unicorn sometimes gives a bumpy ride while flying about.

I didn’t even buy these suits for a special event to start with, although I live in hope they still fit them come the next family wedding. They look great in them!

Oh and the gay comments had me spitting out my tea, I have a girl and a boy. My son is a typical boy, my daughter rocks her tuxedo just like my son. My daughters dress shirt is more fitted so it looks more feminine. I am not sure if she’s gay, bi or whatever, she’s too young to know. I just go with the flow. They asked for them for months

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I love all your responses. You’ve thanked everyone, regardless of their opinion. A great conversation thread. Love your handling of the troll too! I think an outdoor event with less formalities is perfect. I’d definitely attend that one. Hope it goes well.

A picnic sounds like an even better idea than a formal event. And the plus side is by the time this takes place, the weather should be warm enough to make use of one of the beautiful parks in my area. Good thinking 99!

I feel like I have an adequate amount set aside, but perhaps more would be better.

Thank you for your reply. I think you have a good point. I certainly don't want people to feel like they need to put themselves in any distress to attend. You're very right.

Hahaha, this made me giggle. There are places that rent gowns out.

Glad I could brighten your day 😊

Thanks for your input. You made some good points for consideration

Thanks for your reply. That's some great points to consider.

Fair enough, I appreciate your input

There are some who can and others who can't. I'm not sure if the ones who CAN would though. But maybe they would. I don't know.

A charity ball. I know those things are fairly common but I was hoping the dress code would make it stand out.

Thanks. I guess time will tell.... once the pandemic is over.