What To Wear At The Club Do's and Don'ts

Hey Guys,

Are you ever worried that when you go out to SARGE at nite you just don't look right.

Well NO WORRIES guys this article is meant for you.
Contrary to the belief that men have it easy; there are dos and don'ts of club wear for men as well. Unlike for women, the list of don'ts for men is longer and much more detailed. However, the dos are very simple and suitable for any man.

Wearing a hoodie to a club is a definite don't. Since when is a night club a gym, store, or your home? It doesn't matter who you are, how handsome you may be, or how long you're going to stay, this is a huge don't. Hoodie's include zip-ups, button-ups, or pull-overs with a hood attached to it. If it is removable, REMOVE IT. It is not going to rain or snow in the club, you don't need to protect your hair.

Many don't incidents include men wearing button up long sleeve shirts, with bedazzles on the back. This means rhinestones or sparkles of any shape, size, or form. Even if you paid a gazillion dollars for your sparkly shirt, you shouldn't have worn it. This isn't the 70s and others should not be able to see your shirt in the dark. Ed Hardy is usually faulted for this mistake. If the tag says "Ed Hardy," that should be your first clue to stay away. Christian Audigier's designs fit somewhere in New Jersey, somewhere between the Gottis and the tasteless. They definitely don't belong in Glendale and surrounding Southern California clubs.

Ed Hardy does have nice prints on the back of the shirts, but they are very flashy and dramatic. If you do own anything from this line, you can always wear it to house parties and in private, but please keep it away from the clubs.

Another club wear don't for men is being too dressed up. You don't want to look like you're going to a wedding or a very fancy event. A tie is unnecessary most of the time, unless you know how to wear it.

Very thin ties are trendy right now and if kept simple, for example a thin black tie on a crisp white button down, you may be able to pull it off. If you are questioning the tie, take it off. There is nothing wrong with wearing a simple white button down with a nice pair of jeans.

Speaking of jeans, men should always, always wear jeans. Slacks are too fancy and age men by a hundred years. Shorts are always a don't, regardless who the designer is. However, there are rules and guidelines to wearing jeans. The jeans should never be a light wash; dark wash is a must. Some people can get away with whiskers on jeans, but they cannot be over exposed. If the whiskers stand out before the actual jeans do when looking at them, then that pair of jeans is a don't.

Unless you are a punk-rock star, colorful and white jeans are never a do. If you are trying to decide whether or not you fit the category of punk-rock star, think to yourself, do you in any way resemble Adam Levine of Maroon 5 or Pete Wentz of Fall Out Boy? If your answer is no, go with the simple dark wash.

Other than the shade of the jeans, the fit is also very important. No one, I repeat, no one, should wear a wide-leg jean. A straight-leg is the perfect fit for everyone. If you wear the correct size in both waist and length, a straight-leg should work with any case. Skinny jeans for men is always a don't in my book, but if you must attempt to pull off this look, ask yourself the punk-rock star question again... you should have your answer.

Moving down to the shoes. Almost all clubs will not allow a man in if he is not wearing the appropriate shoes. A huge don't in shoes are sandals. Sandals are a don't in all cases, not just clubs. Unless you are going to the beach, leave the sandals at home. Sneakers are also a don't. You are not fooling anyone when wearing the Diesel or Sketchers black sneakers. Those are not appropriate in a club setting. It may work in many settings, such as parties, outings, etc, but definitely not in a club. Dress shoes and loafers are usually a do, but don't go picking them out from your dad's closet. Designers understand your needs, and design shoes for every age. Steve Madden, Alfani and Timberland are the best choices for men's club wear shoes.

A simple button down shirt, sleeves rolled up to right below the elbow, dark wash straight-leg jeans, and a pair of nice shoes is what every man needs. 

If you want to change it up from the button-ups, you may opt for a blazer with a simple T-shirt underneath, or a simple Tee with an unbuttoned vest over it. These two looks are very trendy and can look great if worn correctly. The perfect line to find a great blazer and/or vest is Arsenal43. 

The vest and blazer can have a design on the back, but make sure the embroidery is in the same color as the vest/blazer. This way, you stand out for having good taste, not for blinding others. Velvet blazers also can look very chic without being over-done. You can find tailored, casual blazers at Express.

As you have noticed, there are many don'ts for men, maybe even more than for women. However, the do for men is very simple and chic. If you love to stand out, do it with the button down. Keep the style, change the design, but remember, no sparkles! (Stay away fro the BEDAZZALER )

If you have any questions about any other dos and don'ts of club wear, to leave a comment below.


As always I wish you all the BEST
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