It's Black Tie, Grass Skirts, and Coconut Bras at THEARC's Seventh Annual Gala in Anacostia (Photos) - Washingtonian

Do dress codes mean anything anymore at so-called formal events? Are we so trussed up during the workweek that it’s a relief, come the weekend, to wear—short of flip-flops and cutoffs—what makes us feel good? Do we have more fun?

PHOTOS: Washingtonian Celebrates the City's Best-Dressed at Style Setters 2022 - Washingtonian

Wearing a grass skirt hi-res stock photography and images - Alamy

PHOTOS: Washingtonian Celebrates the City's Best-Dressed at Style Setters 2022 - Washingtonian

The Gala 417, Performance & Event Venue

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The Gala 417, Performance & Event Venue

Black Tie Gala, International Fashion Show, Wine Tasting

It's time to throw away the coconut bras and grass skirts

Haute Event: Blacks' Annual Gala Raises $750,000 for Charity - Haute Living

PHOTOS: Washingtonian Celebrates the City's Best-Dressed at Style Setters 2022 - Washingtonian

HAPPY DEALS ~ Adult Size Green Grass Hula Skirt with Coconut Bra - 34 Flower Trim Waist LUAU : Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry

PHOTOS: Washingtonian Celebrates the City's Best-Dressed at Style Setters 2022 - Washingtonian

This Saturday night. Fashion For Good Charity dinner event. 9pm until 1am. Sponsored by @stanlion_clothing @generosityglobal @numaje.stor

PHOTOS: Washingtonian Celebrates the City's Best-Dressed at Style Setters 2022 - Washingtonian