A formal shirt is built for black tie and formal evenings, and a standard business dress shirt is not a substitute when the invitation says black tie. Look for French cuffs that take cufflinks, a pleated or bib front, and a wing or spread collar. Most formal shirts are white, worn with a bow tie under a tuxedo; black formal shirts suit evening events without a black tie dress code. Filter by color, collar and size below.For more, read the Frequently Asked Questions below.