An evening shirt is a type of dress shirt specifically designed for formal evening occasions. However, there are various other names for these shirts that are used interchangeably. Some common synonyms for evening shirts include dress shirts, formal shirts, tuxedo shirts, black tie shirts, and dinner shirts. Dress shirts usually have a classic collar, and they can be made from lightweight cotton or linen fabric. Formal shirts are similar to dress shirts and are usually paired with a dinner jacket or tuxedo. Tuxedo shirts are worn with a tuxedo and have a higher collar than regular dress shirts. Black tie shirts are specially made for black-tie affairs, and dinner shirts are worn for fancy dinner parties.