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HOW TO

 Parties scheduled during the   Wear a suit. The best                  denim, which can be too casual.
 day allow for a more relaxed, ca-  outfit will showcase               Choose shoes for style and                                 Pick one standout

 sual look. If the event is at night,                                  comfort. Unless the shoes are

 you may want a more upscale   your personality and                    used to highlight or accent                                accessory.
 garment and include more or-  confidence, and                         something, choose heels or

 nate accessories.[5]                                                  boots that don’t distract from
            sometimes dresses                                          your outfit.[14]                                           Avoid over-accessorizing since



 o  For men, a white dress shirt   don’t do that. Opt for                                                                         it can be too distracting for
                                                                                                                                  people you’re talking to. Choose
 under a solid-colored blazer   a slimmer suit with a                  o      If you don’t wear heels,                            something that complements

 gives off a more daytime feel.[6]                                     try ballet flats, but don’t wear
            womenswear jacket,                                         sneakers.[15]                                              your clothing choices and your


 o  Wearing too much formal   which will hit at your                   o      If your outfit is black, choose                     personality.[17] It could start a
                                                                                                                                  conversation.
 HOW TO   black outside during the day   waist instead of below        colorful shoes for a pop of                                o      Cocktail rings have colorful

 can often give off a solemn vibe.
                                                                       personality.
            it. For a less fitted
                                                                                                                                  precious jewels (either real or
 DRESS FOR  Wear a knee-length   style, choose a relaxed,              Choose a minimal handbag.                                  reproductions) that make a bold

                                                                       You should only bring the
            slouchy style instead of
                                                                                                                                  statement. However, the size of
 cocktail dress. Opt for one
                                                                       essentials to a cocktail party.
            boxy.[13]
                                                                                                                                  the stone can look gaudy when
 a Cocktail Party  that is flattering to you. Since   o   Alternatively, wear tailored   Large purses packed full can             combined with a necklace,
 there is an overwhelming num-
                                                                       both feel and look weighty.[16]
                                                                                                                                  earrings, and a bracelet.[18]
 ber of styles, a good rule of
 thumb is to choose simple, ele-  pants with a detailed top, but       Go easy on yourself and lighten
                                                                       your load.

 Co-authored by wikiHow Staff |23 References   gant styles over revealing ones.  avoid fabrics like jersey and
 [7]

 In this Article:Following the General Cocktail EtiquetteChoosing an

 Outfit (for Women)Choosing an Outfit (for Men)Community Q&A23   o  The little black dress (LBD)

 References  is usually a safe bet for cocktail
 parties due to its timeless look

 If you have ever received an invitation to a cocktail party, you may   and conservative aesthetic.[8]

 know how tough the preparation process can be, especially when

 you're trying to decipher what "cocktail attire" actually consists of.   Save the minidress for

 By learning how to narrow down the list of possibilities, you can   less formal parties. Be-
 save all of your energy for socializing and snacking.  fore choosing a minidress, con-


 sider the event you are attend-
 Method 1   ing. Have you been acquainted

 Following the General Cock-  Dress for the season. Pas-  with everyone? If not, you might
 tail Etiquette   tel colors and floral prints, which   opt for something longer.[9]


 fit in with the spring, don’t have

 Read the invite. Consider   as much of a place in the fall.   o   If you do choose a mini, pay

 the details around the event it-  Likewise, consider the practical-  attention that the hemline is not
 self, like where it’s located and   ity of certain items from season   too short by standing straight

 who is hosting it. You can suss   to season. Open-toes shoes in   up with your arms at your side.

 out proper attire by judging how  the summer will have an entirely   If your fingers pass the hemline,
 upscale the event is, or by how   different feeling, both in comfort   you should reconsider if it’s ap-

 well you know the host.[1]   and style, in the winter.[3]   propriate.[10]



 The meaning of "cocktail party"   o   Keep in mind how adding   Choose a midi dress as

 can change from city to city, so   layers might change what your

 do some research if you’re trav-  original outfit says about you. If   a longer option. Be careful
 eling.[2] You may find that your   you add layers, add it for style   with this dress because its hem,

 prep is easier than you thought.  and functionality.  which sits between the ankle
 and knee, can appear unflatter-


 Contact the host for de-  o   If you’re traveling for an   ing on some people. To break
 the long lines up, add dressier
 tails or recommendations.   event during the wet season,   accessories, like a large necklace.

 If you know who the host is, you   bring along extra shoes.  [11]

 may already know their aesthet-  o   For example, opt for booties   o   Dresses that drop below

 ic and can gear yours to what   over open-toe stilettos in the   the ankles become gowns and
 you know they would appreci-  winter.[4]   should be saved for very formal

 ate. If you still aren't sure, reach   events, like white tie parties.[12]

 out to the host for clarification.
 Dress for the time of day.








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