From relaxed to dressy, the fashion range has many options. Cocktail wear is right in the middle. It gives men a great chance to show their style. Choosing this type of clothing needs some thought. However, the chance to show who you are makes it a fun choice.

Men’s cocktail attire can be simple or bold, based on what you like in colors or patterns. No matter what you pick, your outfit should have these important pieces:

• A Dark-hued Suit
• A Dress Shirt
• Neckwear – either a necktie or bow tie
• Dress Shoes – either lace-up or loafer styles

As a wedding guest, you want to look nice but not steal the spotlight from the couple. So, stay away from loud colors, lots of patterns, or bold style choices. Your outfit should match the feel of the event and never take attention away from the couple’s big moment. Luckily, men’s cocktail wear gives you plenty of options to choose from.

DARK SUIT: 
Charcoal and navy suit colors are great for keeping a nice cocktail attire look. These classic options help you not outshine the couple. They also work well with any shirt or tie choice.

DRESS SHIRT: 
Most wedding parties choose white dress shirts. So, if you are a guest, a soft pink or sky-blue shirt would be a good choice.

NECKWEAR: 
Once you have the basics set, it's time to let your creativity show. You can choose a unique fabric pattern or texture to make your tie stand out. A bright tie can also work, but stay away from solid colors. Those are usually picked by the wedding party.

DRESS SHOES:
A classic pair of brown or black leather shoes is a safe choice. If you go to a summer wedding or a warm autumn event, you might want to skip wearing socks. This is a relaxed way to dress for a men’s cocktail event. Just make sure that the event allows for this style.

POCKET SQUARE:
A pocket square can make your outfit look better. Just place a square in your suit pocket for an easy and stylish touch.

Choosing an outfit for a special event depends on its feel. A modern and trendy event needs a different look than a traditional cocktail attire event, like a work function. For traditional events, follow wedding outfit tips, but feel free to make small changes. You can try new styles and think beyond white pocket squares or classic suits.

Here's what we recommend:

Choose a grey suit for a classic feel. This will allow your accessories to stand out. Alternatively, pick a bright blue suit for a more modern look.

A white dress shirt is good for traditional events. It looks great with patterned ties. A solid blue shirt is another good choice. It works well with any tie or pocket square.

NECKWEAR: Use different textures and patterns, like knit silk, linen, and seersucker, for casual events. You can try out new colors or choose a bow tie to stand out.

SHOES: You can add something special to classic black or brown shoes. Consider choosing a pair with a fun texture, such as wood soles or suede.