Snappy casual?

msuprincess04

So, DH and I were just invited to a wedding where the attire is listed as "snappy casual". In the words of my husband, "what the hell does that men?" I think he's trying to figure out if this a jeans and button down, jeans and jacket, jacket and slacks (but no tie), or what... I figure I'll just wear a summer dress since it's outside at brunch time.

ShesSoCold

You're obviously required to only wear garments with snaps.

Knottie1452204534

Sounds like someone trying to say "smart casual" but in a cutesy way.  This is only my guess though.

kvruns

something you can put on really fast. perhaps they will be having games where you switch clothes with your partner so you have to be able undress/dress very quickly.

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MandyMost

I take it to mean "don't look like you just rolled out of bed and threw on some dirty pants, but no need to really dress up either". 

If I got this invite, I'd think nice jeans and either a blazer or button down for a guy. Maybe a polo shirt for a guy who really doesn't like to dress up. And your summer dress for you sounds perfect.

I think the only way you could be underdressed for this is if you wore old jeans and a tshirt.

climbingsingle

This is dumb and very annoying to me. I would call the bride up and ask her to be more specific. 

msuprincess04

I think he is more concerned with being overdressed.

Tyvm

@msuprincess04 Sounds like a polo and khakis for him, to me, then!

OurWildKingdom

Something with turtles?

ernursej

Ugh. I really dislike weddings where guests aren't able to dress themselves. I would call up the bride and ask if you/FI are concerned, otherwise, I would wear whatever you feel comfortable in as that is what matters.

MesmrEwe

I'm thinking snap-up shirt with snap jeans - definitely not button fly...  And a snapping turtle tie...  Or there's always that snapper lawn mower - maybe it's an outdoor reception and they need guests to mow the lawn beforehand and they're asking a guest to come dressed for it?!?!

ILoveBeachMusic

Good grief! Add another dress code to the list of "trying to figure out what the heck they mean". Personally if I were a guy, I'd wear khakis and a button up shirt (I just don't like jeans at a wedding). Your dress sounds perfect - the only time the woman's clothing is easier to decipher than the mans!

STARMOON44

I'd be instructing my local menfolk to wear something like a sports coat and non-jeans pants with a button down and no tie. Never jeans. 

SP29

My response would be the same, "What the hell does this mean?".

This is why putting a dress code on an invitation- beyond true black tie- is not recommended. Besides being rude to tell a guest how to dress, it's just confusing!

I *think* I have heard the term, "He's a snappy dresser" before (though maybe I am making it up). To me though, that means someone who is polished and well dressed, often following fashion trends. But then to add casual in there??? Dark jeans, a dress shirt (or even designer tee) and a sport coat??

Pinksatin91016

I don't think it will really matter what you wear. Just wear something casual that is in good repair and clean. 

CMGragain

Snappy casual is not a dress guide. 
These are:
1.  Formal, also known in the USA as black tie. Guests wear tuxedos/gowns.
2.  Semi-formal (Most weddings are in this category)  Suits/cocktail attire
3.  Informal (NOT "casual") Usually church attire/sundresses

It is very rude to print any attire guidelines on an invitation, except "black tie".

OurWildKingdom

I got it!

glasgowtolondon

OurWildKingdom said:

I got it!

Well, since you mention it...This might actually be the dress code for this wedding:

https://m.weddingwire.com/wedding-forums/yes-im-having-a-tmnt-wedding/8e1d17c8217d9d57?forum_type=default_forum

kvruns

glasgowtolondon said:

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OurWildKingdom said:

I got it!

Well, since you mention it...This might actually be the dress code for this wedding:

https://m.weddingwire.com/wedding-forums/yes-im-having-a-tmnt-wedding/8e1d17c8217d9d57?forum_type=default_forum

Omg. I loved TMNT as a kid and like that it made its way back but uhhh no way I'd think of having it for my wedding