Cocktail Outfit for Men: A Reference to the Dress Code

 

What is Men's Cocktail Outfit?

Cocktail costumes for men may appear simple at first glance, but you'd be shocked how many men fail to dress accordingly for the occasion. You don't have to wear a tuxedo, but this isn't an evening out with the fellas. For many, cocktail dress resembles work menswear, but with a little more flair than the office could allow. We've put together some creative ideas as well as a list of basic to help you appear and feel your best during your next cocktail party.

1.    Grab a jacket and end up making sure it fits you properly. Cocktail parties are conventional events, notwithstanding some opportunity for expression. While the level of formality varies based on the event, a blazer or suit with a clean button-down is typically required. The fit, on the other hand, is crucial to mastering the jacket. Pay a visit to the tailoring for yourself and your favourite suit jacket or blazer. You will not be sorry for sure.

2.    Have both a night and a day jacket on hand. The colour of your jacket should be determined by the timing of your event. Start with the dark for the night, then the bright for the day, and work your way up from there. In the daytime, go for a more fun look, while in the nights, go for something more crisp and elegant.

3.    Wear a button-down shirt. Your button-down shirt pick says quite a lot regarding you, so make sure it reflects your style. Just make sure it's folded in, buttons aren't missing, and the sleeves are long enough to reach your wrists. If you're not planning on wearing a tie, unbutton the neckline once or twice. Cufflinks are a terrific way to add a little subtle flair to a cocktail dress if you have a shirt featuring French cuffs.

4.    Buy in a steamer or an iron. You wouldn't turn up to an event with unkempt hair, and the same is true of your attire.  Not only does correctly tailored and cared for clothing demonstrate hygienic behaviour, but it also communicates to the party host that you are invested in the occasion and would like to look your best. Before you go, take a few minutes to steam your clothes. Even if the rest of your outfit is a disaster, you'll appear more put-together than you might in a crumpled suit.

5.    Jeans are not appropriate. Even if these have sick blue fades, your favourite pair of pants won't do you any favours at this sort of gathering. Denim is never, ever suitable for a cocktail party under any conditions. A good pair of black, blues or grey slacks will last you a long time, so get two pairs you like: one in a stronger material for the winter and another in a lighter weight and colour for the summer. They can match or complement your sports jacket or blazer for a much more unified look, or they can be worn separately for a more modern approach.

6.    Hem your pants if you haven't already. Based on your height and intended aesthetic, the bottom of your trousers must break slightly. Shorter men look taller with a little break, while taller men appear more proportionate with a complete break. Just remember that you should never have puddles of cloth around your ankles because it looks messy and untidy. If your pants are too short, you may appear to have outgrown them.