When attending extraordinary events it is custom to dress in a special way. Who would think of getting married in a blue collar or attend a formal with mountain boots? Even more the preparation for a ball night is part of the experience of the ball itself. The visit at the hairdresser’s, the sometimes a bit more difficult dressing and then a formal reception or a festive dinner. It all adds to the joy and anticipation of the evening so that the “Alles Walzer!” can be heard a lot more differently.

A ball that can’t be distinguished from the normal working place by decoration, music or entertainment would feel boring right away, because why should we attend an event that offers nothing else than what we have at work every day? And therefore the hosts of a ball try to create something special that remains in one’s memory, just like a trip to a forgotten world.

But for this trip to be a success we need your help. A single guest at the ball who arrives not dressed accordingly can destroy the whole impression for everyone. It is because of this that many balls at the Hofburg Vienna – and amongst them the Rudolfina-Redoute – require a special dress code. If you stick to it as well, the ball will be even more of a special experience – and you avoid having exhausting discussions with us at the entrance.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation and let’s have a great ball night!