Kawaii Kon's Moonlight Magic Ball- Flights of Fancy

The Kawaii Kon Formal Ball is a formal ballroom dancing event. This is not an ordinary convention dance. We present an elegant evening of refined music and entertainment. The theme for the 2010 ball is "Flights of Fancy", a "steam-punk" experience.

Day/Time: TBA
Dancing and Dining until Midnight.
$15 until February 28th, 2010 (with a separately purchased Kawaii Kon membership).
$20 at the door.
Dress Code: Black Tie invited (formal wear preferred, suits/dresses allowed). Formal Cosplay allowed.

Music will be Ballroom dances and Anime themes. Light snacks included in ticket price. A Ballroom dance class will be offered earlier in the day (time TBA)

This event's dress code is "Black Tie Invited."
From, http://fashion.about.com/cs/glossary/a/partydefinition.htm

Black Tie Invited means you have the option of wearing a tuxedo, but it should clue you into the formality of the event, meaning a dark suit and tie would be your other option. Women wear cocktail, long dresses or dressy evening separates.

Given that this is a formal event at a convention, some leeway will be given to con attendees in costume, however the costume must be of a formal nature.  A useful guideline is, "What would this character wear to a formal event?"   Military dress uniforms and formal kimono are appropriate, informal cosplay will not be permitted.  In all cases, cosplay is optional and definitely not required. All judgements on the appropriateness of attire will only be made at the event by a director or assistant director, and are final.  Con attendees are encouraged to be conservative in their choice of cosplay to avoid the risk of being denied entry. We request at least a coat and tie for the men (waistcoats without coats at our discretion), and knee length or longer dresses for the ladies.

A few guidelines/general pointers about the dress code:

* T-shirts, Jeans, and tennis shoes are not appropriate for the Ball. Converse Chuck Taylor All-Stars are not, have not ever been, and will never be considered formal, sorry for the inconvenience (Yes, we know it's been done before. That still does not make it formal). Proper footwear for the male is either black patent leather shoes, monogrammed velvet opera slippers, or proper dress shoes.
* Men (or Women crossplaying as Men) should be wearing a Tuxedo or a Suit. A Jacket and Tie will be acceptable. Shirts must be tucked in.
* Women (or Men crossplaying as Women) should be wearing a Ballgown. Cocktail Dresses are accepted. Skirts/Dresses should be knee length or longer.
* Gentlemen should always remove their hats when indoors, exceptions to be made at the director's discretion.
* Wings and other large accessories are not permitted.
* Trench Coats and other outer wear is not considered formal and should not be worn.
* Masks will not be allowed.
* Weapons of any kind are not allowed.

While tickets will be sold at the door, advance purchase is preferred.

The dress code will be strictly enforced. If you are purchasing tickets for others, please make certain all members of you party are aware of the dress code. Refunds will be given if attire is unacceptible.

Some of the staff for the event may be in "Steam-Punk" Attire.  There will be other activities and surprises as well, so please join us. Hope to see you there!