略りゃく礼れい服ふく

noun

semiformal attire; semiformal dress

Refers to clothing that is less formal than full formal wear but still appropriate for ceremonies, receptions, or business occasions. Often used in contrast with 正礼服 (formal attire).

• 結けっ婚こん式しきには略りゃく礼れい服ふくで出しゅっ席せきした。

  I attended the wedding in semiformal attire.

• 略りゃく礼れい服ふくの着きこなし方かたを教おしえてください。

  Please teach me how to wear semiformal dress properly.