Dress Code Guide
Cocktail attire, with personality
A suit with a little more character. Color, texture, and sharp details are welcome. Put a look together and rent it here.
What cocktail means
Cocktail attire is a suit with room to show your style. It is dressy but not black tie, so you can play with color, pattern, and texture. A well-fitted suit, a shirt, and a tie or bow tie is the formula, and the details are yours.
When you will see it. You will see cocktail attire on weddings, parties, and evening receptions. It is one of the most common and most forgiving dress codes.
What to wear, head to toe
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A suit jacket with some character. Burgundy, blue, or a subtle texture all work.
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A crisp dress shirt, white or a complementary color.
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A long tie or a bow tie. This is where you can add color or pattern.
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An optional vest to layer up the look.
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Polished leather lace-ups or a sharp loafer.
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A pocket square to tie the colors together.
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- Have fun with color and texture
- Keep the fit sharp
- Coordinate your tie and pocket square
- Match your shoes to the outfit
Skip
- Do not wear a tuxedo, save it for black tie
- Do not go too casual with jeans or sneakers
- Do not clash your colors
- Do not skip the tie for evening
How renting works
Build your look online or with our fit team, and it ships to arrive about ten days before your event. Free shipping both ways, and size swaps are free. See how it works.
Cocktail questions, answered
What is cocktail attire for a man?
Cocktail attire is a well-fitted suit worn with a shirt and a tie or bow tie. It is dressy but not black tie, so you have freedom to add color and personality.
Can I wear color for cocktail attire?
Yes. Cocktail is the dress code where color and texture shine. A burgundy or blue suit, or a bold tie and pocket square, all fit right in.
Is a tuxedo ok for cocktail attire?
A tuxedo is a step too formal for cocktail. A sharp suit is the better call.
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