I have a date tomorrow night for this auction event. Dress is supposed to be "cocktail attire"
Does a shirt, tie, khakis and a blazer work? My mother thinks I should wear a suit, the girl thinks khakis are fine.
What is "cocktail attire?"
Quote from: Vindingo on November 13, 2009, 05:58:36 PM
I have a date tomorrow night for this auction event. Dress is supposed to be "cocktail attire"
Does a shirt, tie, khakis and a blazer work? My mother thinks I should wear a suit, the girl thinks khakis are fine.
What is "cocktail attire?"
I'd skip the suit.
whatever you do, IRON IT!!!
Cocktail attire for men is traditionally a suit. If I thought I could get away with it I would probably wear jeans and a nicer then usual Hawaiian shirt.
You own a suit ???
Jeans and this:
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J/K.
I have no idea.
How to Dress for a Cocktail Party
Given here are some tips that will help men in selecting the perfect attire for a cocktail party.
The mode of invitation holds a clue to the kind of party it will be. Invitation received by phone or email suggests a cocktail party that will be much more casual. Formal invitations reflect a very formal cocktail party.
Read the invitation to know whether there is any dress code for the party. Notes like 'semiformal' hint at a dark suit for men, while 'black tie optional' means that you can either wear a tuxedo or something like a dark suit and formal tie.
The fabric of the clothes to be worn at a party depends upon the season and the weather. In fall as well as in winters, dark fabrics. However, in spring season, light fabrics like linen or cotton work the best.
If by any chance you have to go to the party straight from the office, carry extra clothes with you. You can don a button-down shirt and blazer over your khakis or even pair your jeans with a sport coat. At the same time, make sure to carry your formal shoes with you.
The time at which the cocktail party is being held can also hint about the type of attire you can wear. Afternoon parties are usually less formal than a late afternoon or evening one.
If you are bringing a partner along with you, it is always advisable to coordinate the outfits.
Cocktail attire:
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Little black dress ~
JM
C'mon, you're cute
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Quote from: Dan on November 14, 2009, 04:44:36 AM
C'mon, you're cute
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I know that...
but little black cocktail dresses look terrible on me. ;)
+1 on the little black dress [thumbsup] [laugh]
seriously, a suit may be overkill
i'd find out what your date is wearing,
so you don't dress nicer than her ;)
Slacks, button down, jacket, no tie, shower. [wine]
I'd say, suit, or trousers and a jacket, all with tie. No khakis. Nice shoes. This is an auction, a charity fund raiser sort of thing, yes? It's not a casual get-together with friends, so a little more formal rather than less is probably going to be your best bet.
Generally speaking, it's better to be a little over- rather than under-dressed when you're not quite sure.
Don't forget, just like the song says, girls love a sharp-dressed man. ;)
Quote from: DuCaTiNi on November 14, 2009, 05:19:08 AM
seriously, a suit may be overkill
i'd find out what your date is wearing,
so you don't dress nicer than her ;)
There is
no way any red-blooded, motorcycle-ridin', straight man is ever going to manage to dress nicer than his girl. [laugh] [laugh]
Look at this poor guy, he's asking for sartorial advice on a motorcycle forum! [bang]
(Not that there's anything wrong with that, just remember: ATTGATT!) ;)
Agreeing with Duquette (note to Randimus): Suit or at least nice pants/slacks whatever you want to call them. No khakis. Nice to check in with what the date is wearing but hopefully she (or he?) [evil] understands the definition.
Pictures tomorrow?!
Also note that there are regional differences on what "cocktail attire" etc means.
The northeast tends to be much more formal than the wild west. ;)
Quote from: somegirl on November 14, 2009, 08:39:31 AM
Also note that there are regional differences on what "cocktail attire" etc means.
The northeast Boston and New York tends to be much more formal than the wild west. ;)
Not all of us.. ;)
A few points to remember. A guys range of colors can be describe with 'Sharpie' markers......black, red, blue,....Women on the other hand need the monster crayon box and consider that limited.
If you're going to be doing this on a regular basis. Go shopping ( no not the local Ducati parts dept [laugh] ) with your SO, with help from her sense of color pick out 5 or 6 ties that match her favorite party dresses. Then in the future she can tell you to wear the faded blue tie.
Cocktail party, not tailgate party.
Usually dark suit/pants, nice shoes with coordinating socks, nice ironed shirt and a tie[usually dark plain]. This is the 'most' standard dress for 'cocktail party' , in the US, here in Panama, in Europe, in Japan, anywhere.
Don't forget the wallet accessories that come in three packs and also in may also come in different flavors...
Shirt & Tie, Slacks and a blazer.
unless you do have the legs to pull of the LBD.
Quote from: ducpainter on November 14, 2009, 08:41:17 AM
Not all of us.. ;)
I'll second that.
I haven't worn a tie in five years may be more.
Quote from: sno_duc on November 14, 2009, 02:36:37 PM
A few points to remember. A guys range of colors can be describe with 'Sharpie' markers......
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Hahahaha
Quote from: Mr. Exact on November 14, 2009, 04:33:07 PM
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OK.
I think he meant the 3 pack...
Hahahaha
Quote from: Mr. Exact on November 14, 2009, 04:33:07 PM
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Hahahaha
My wife was looking over my shoulder " where's the rest of the colors???"
Tell me about it! I think my wife has every color Sharpie ever made!
Last May we were in München. One of Sharon's must do's, was to go shopping. So we took her 100 km north to Ingolstadt Village ( factory outlet mall ). In a shoe store the sales person assumed that Sharon was Deutsche. Inspite of the fact that Sharon sprechen deutsche nicht, and the sales women didn't speak english, they had no problem with shoe colors.
Before you ask the reason we were in München was to join my dad when he picked up his BMW 135 at the Welt. So taking Sharon up to Ingolstadt was an excuse to get on the Autobahn ;D.
So how'd it go? You get a chance to show her why you were called vindingo?
Did you remember to shave and pretend you were from anywhere but Jersey?
Quote from: sno_duc on November 14, 2009, 06:32:43 PM
Last May we were in München. One of Sharon's must do's, was to go shopping. So we took her 100 km north to Ingolstadt Village ( factory outlet mall ). In a shoe store the sales person assumed that Sharon was Deutsche. Inspite of the fact that Sharon sprechen deutsche nicht, and the sales women didn't speak english, they had no problem with shoe colors.
I've bought shoes in probably 12 other countries. Shoes (for women) are truly the universal language. :-*
Quote from: DanTheMan on November 14, 2009, 08:20:11 PM
So how'd it go? You get a chance to show her why you were called vindingo?
It went well. I was a bit over dressed. Most people didn't have ties or blazers/sports coats on, but it was better than being under dressed I guess.
As for the other part, a gentleman never tells... [evil]
Quote from: MrIncredible on November 14, 2009, 08:28:30 PM
Did you remember to shave and pretend you were from anywhere but Jersey?
Dude, someone asked me where I was from and for half of a second I wanted to say SF. I have done away with my NJ accent, but will never give up the beard. Waxed eyebrows and hair gel are all the rage in some circles here, so the scruff is going to stay.
Quote from: Vindingo on November 15, 2009, 06:22:58 AM
It went well. I was a bit over dressed. Most people didn't have ties or blazers/sports coats on, but it was better than being under dressed I guess.
As for the other part, a gentleman never tells... [evil]
Better over that under, remember, and for the other part .... [evil]
QuoteDude, someone asked me where I was from and for half of a second I wanted to say SF. I have done away with my NJ accent, but will never give up the beard. Waxed eyebrows and hair gel are all the rage in some circles here, so the scruff is going to stay.
I'm not from the US and, since I went to school during our summers, your winters, I did catch the Jersey accent, and people always ask me if I'm from Jersey ...go figure ... [drink]
Glad it went well... [beer]
I'd rather be the best dressed in the room then the least dressed.
I had a meeting with some bank execs on Friday.
I was definitely the best dressed in the room and felt good about it. Better to be overdressed then under dressed.
Quote from: cyrus buelton on November 15, 2009, 08:19:04 AM
Better to be overdressed then under dressed.
Totally agree ... +3
Glad it went well. Sometimes reading the invitation and the event are tricky to guess the best level of attire.
Quote from: cyrus buelton on November 15, 2009, 08:19:04 AM
Better to be overdressed then under dressed.
+4
Three things my Dad told me when in meetings:
1. Be the smartest person in the room.
2. Be the best dressed.
3. ALWAYS make sure your shoes are shined properly
Quote from: cyrus buelton on November 16, 2009, 04:54:30 AM
Three things my Dad told me when in meetings:
1. Be the smartest person in the room.
2. Be the best dressed.
3. ALWAYS make sure your shoes are shined properly
That;s why I only invite myself to meetings.
A point that has not been brought up is comfort.
Nothing screams " Moron " quicker than turning red faced because your dress shirt neck size is too tight. I like to be able to slip 3 fingers in between the collar and my neck with the top button buttoned. Same with shoes and pants, walking around in pain defeats the purpose.
Quote from: MrIncredible on November 16, 2009, 07:06:38 AM
That;s why I only invite myself to meetings.
[laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh]
Quote from: cyrus buelton on November 16, 2009, 04:54:30 AM
Three things my Dad told me when in meetings:
1. Be the smartest person in the room.
2. Be the best dressed.
3. ALWAYS make sure your shoes are shined properly
My dad told me to keep my mouth shut.
That way you don't sound stupid even if you are.
I should have listened to him. ;)
Quote from: ducpainter on November 16, 2009, 12:53:36 PM
My dad told me to keep my mouth shut.
That way you don't sound stupid even if you are.
I should have listened to him. ;)
Quote from: Mark Twain
It is better to keep your mouth closed and let people think you are a fool than to open it and remove all doubt.
Wasn't DP Twain's stunt double?
Nah, Nate was too old for the part...
Quote from: Randimus Maximus on November 16, 2009, 04:55:49 PM
Wasn't DP Twain's stunt double?
Hmmm....
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Quote from: Bick on November 16, 2009, 05:33:32 PM
Hmmm....
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^^^^^ Wow.
The likeness is striking.
;D
Dress-up as if the result will make the woman want to give you some pu$$y.
So...Brad Pitt mask?