Compliance with the dress code for men is no less important than for ladies. The ability to dress properly and choose the style appropriate to the event, largely characterizes the man and determines the success of his communication.

TIE:

A tie is not required for an every venue. It is not worn for corporate events, but it is recommended to wear it for a wedding. He is chosen based on certain requirements.

  • Neutral color.
  • Geometric pattern.

One or more shades of the picture must be present on one of the parts of the kit.

A bow tie is acceptable in bright colors and only for young people whose age does not exceed 30 years.

Belt:

BeltFor such events, you must choose a belt that:

  • Suitable for the Color of Shoes
  • Has a Buckle made in a Neutral Style, Without Jewelry.

Cufflinks and watches on a leather strap or metal bracelet are acceptable as accessories.

CREATIVE BLACK TIE

CREATIVE BLACK TIEBlack tie is a formal style. This dress code is required for formal events that are organized after 5 pm.

Such events include:

  • Dinner Parties
  • Weddings
  • Awards Ceremony

The standard form of clothing for this dress code consists of:

  • Black Tuxedo
  • Black Trousers
  • Black Vest
  • Belts
  • White Shirt
  • Dark Socks
  • Matte Black Shoes

Modern requirements allow dark blue tones to be chosen for this style. A vest is required only if the tuxedo has one button.

Cumberband is put on so that the folds look up. According to modern requirements, this belt cannot be worn. In this case, black suspenders are required.

Pants should be made of the same fabric as the tuxedo. Stripes of the same fabric as tuxedo lapels should be sewn on them.

If the choice is made in favor of a velvet jacket, then the trousers are selected in tone.

Most preferably silk or cotton shirt, with pearl buttons in white or black. For a shirt in this case, cufflinks made of precious metal are required.

BLACK TIE INVITED

BLACK TIE INVITEDThe “Black tie invited” form implies less officiality.

It is required at events such as:

  • Large Business Meetings
  • Public Meetings

A man has the right to choose between a tuxedo or jacket. For such events, the absence of a pocket scarf is allowed.

COCKTAIL ATTIRE

COCKTAIL ATTIRECocktail for men is a special dress code that allows some variations in the selection of clothes. The most important requirement is the correct combination of colors.

This dress code is applicable for events of the following type:

  • Corporate Celebration
  • A Family Holiday Organized Indoors, With a Large Number of Guests
  • Presentation
  • Going to the Theater

For such events, a number of requirements must be observed.

A dark but not black suit. For evening receptions, dark gray or blue is suitable. For daytime activities, you can wear a gray suit.

  1. Classic Pants
  2. Black or White Shirt with a Long Sleeve
  3. Black or Brown Shoes.
  4. Cocktail attire for men does not includes vests. It is worn for more solemn occasions.

BLACK TIE SEMI-FORMAL

BLACK TIE SEMI-FORMALBlack Tie Semi-formal is the freest of all official styles.

It is required for:

  • Trips to Expensive Restaurants in Connection with Solemn Events;
  • Visits to Theatrical Premieres.

The uniform does not imply a tuxedo. The color of the costume depends on the time for which the celebration is scheduled.

  1. After 6 Pm – A Dark Suit.
  2. Until 6 Pm – A Suit of Lighter Tones.

BUSINESS CASUAL

BUSINESS CASUALBusiness Casual is a clothing style that involves business meetings with business partners during the working day.

For this dress code, large variability of each of the parts of the kit is permissible.

  1. Jackets – Jackets made of tweed, wool, velvet are allowed. The colors are soft shades.
  2. Shirts – Shirts are selected with a long sleeve, blue shades. A small checkered or striped pattern is allowed.
  3. Pants – Trousers are chosen loose-fitting, from cotton or mixed fabric of dark blue, sand, and mustard.
  4. Shoes – For this style, both classic shoes and moccasins are suitable.

For this dress code, it is possible to replace the jacket with a cardigan made of wool. You can also combine a jacket with plain sweaters.

BUSINESS BEST

BUSINESS BESTBusiness best style is required for events such as:

  • Serious Business Meetings With Business Partners
  • Company Presentations
  • Conferences and Symposia

The kit for such events includes:

  1. A Dark Suit, Preferably Dark Blue
  2. White Shirt With A Long Sleeve
  3. Classic Black Matte Shoes
  4. Tie Burgundy
  5. Black Socks
  6. Cufflinks

Previously, this style required that the costume be exclusively blue, but now other dark shades are allowed. You can even choose a combination of suits.

AFTER FIVE

AFTER FIVEAfter Five clothing style involves solemn events that take place between 5 and 8 o’clock in the evening.

It can be:

  • Parties At The Club
  • Friendly Meetings

Despite the fact that events take place in the evening, some freedom of choice of clothing is allowed.

The kit includes:

  1. Business Style Suit
  2. Shirt Of Any Style
  3. Tie
  4. Closed Shoes

For such events, you can choose clothes of any suitable color. A tie is not a requirement. The color and style of the shoe is not regulated, the main thing is that it be closed.

SMART CASUAL

SMART CASUALSmart Casual is a dress code with very flexible requirements. It is suitable for office work, business lunches with partners, everyday business meetings.

The kit may include:

  • Jacket Of Calm Shades Of Tweed, Wool Or Velvet;
  • Shirt Of Any Shades, It Is Possible With A Medium-Sized Pattern;
  • Casual Pants Without Arrows Or Jeans;
  • Loafers or Moccasins.

This style is so democratic that it allows the replacement of trousers with shorts in hot weather and the replacement of a shirt with a sweater in cold weather.

There are no required accessories in this style. Betting a tie should pay attention to knitted patterns. The belt is usually matched to the color of the shoe.