"cocktail attire" ?

[ElFenix]

i understand there is a cocktail dress, but i'm not sure what i, as a male, should wear. suggestions?


google fu suggests:

For men, the confusion of cocktail attire is much more simple. A casual suit, or well-pressed pants and a crisp button down shirt and tie is sufficient for most occasions. If you are unsure of the level of formality and want to play it safe, bring a jacket with you and leave it in the car if you notice more casually-dressed fellows at the event. Little details can greatly affect the perception of how well you are dressed, so be sure to polish your shoes and considering adding a handsome set of cuff links.

snarky comments from atot's finest to follow

 

[Nik]

Took me 2 fucking seconds on google. Google even auto completed

http://www.google.com/images?q=male...source=og&sa=N&hl=en&tab=wi&biw=1211&bih=1058

 

[spidey07]

I'd assume it's like formal dinner. So button down and look sharp. Maybe even a sport coat which is what I'd go with.

 

[zerocool84]

This

 

[Riceninja]

cocktail attire varies from region to region, but its always better to overdress than underdress. OP's google quote was spot on; wear a jacket, get some cuff links. keep a tie in the trunk just in case.

 

[guyver01]

i believe the term cumberbun is french for male cocktail attire.

 

[acheron]

just wear the cocktail dress?

 

[Jaepheth]

 

[Leros]

 

[Zorkorist]

lol!

 

[Zorkorist]

That's Cocktail Sauce, no?

LOL

 

[Zorkorist]

They say Preppie is back in... so Pink Shirt, black belt, and black boots.

"Hey, I'm preppie!"

-John

 

[ElFenix]

wow people pay $3000 to dress up like a giant shrimp? unless you're launching a terrible seafood joint what is it good for?