dressiest

Maximally elegant attire-wise

Dressiest is the superlative of dressy, describing the most formal or elegant option among alternatives: That's the dressiest outfit I own.

It implies something suited for fancy occasions rather than casual wear: Save your dressiest shoes for the gala.

elegant

chic

Tasteful, current flair

classy · tasteful · stylish · graceful · exquisite · impeccable · dapper · debonair · suave · svelte

formal

black-tie

Formal evening dress code

eveningwear · tailcoat · ballroom · ceremony · banquet · soiree · reception · corsage · boutonniere · cummerbund

luxurious

opulent

Ostentatiously wealthy

designer · bespoke · haute · lavish · extravagant · ornate · embellished · sequined · beaded · jeweled

occasion

gala

Festive formal occasion

charity · awards · cotillion · debutante · prom · coronation · inauguration · opera · ballet · symphony

Opposites
formality of attire

dressiestsloppiest

Most lacking in neatness

scruffiest · shabbiest · dowdiest · rattiest · grungiest

Family

dressier

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G