There is such an event as a cocktail party. It is most often scheduled for five in the evening and lasts about four hours. Such a meeting, unlike real celebrations, has much less festive characteristics. The modern dress code of such parties for both women and men requires knowledge of some rules for the selection of clothes and accessories.
Very often, under the guise of cocktail meetings, various presentations or exhibitions are held in our time. And in invitations to events of this kind, the concept of "cocktail" dress code is indicated.
Cocktail Rules
Such a dress code includes certain requirements that must be followed by both men and women. If you take into account the men, then they are advised to wear suits in a classic version exclusively in dark colors.
The most popular are costumes in blue and black. You can wear ties of a bright shade. Women at such events need to come in special cocktail dresses.
Types of events
Currently, there are three types of cocktail parties - business, classic and social. And for each of them there is a dress code "Cocktail". First, talk about business-style parties.
These include various corporate evenings, which are usually intended for negotiating or discussing business matters between business partners. Most often they are held within the walls of an excellent restaurant. In this case, it is necessary to adhere to particular strictness in your clothes.
Dress code "Cocktail" for women determines the party attending in a dress that is made in a simple style, without a deep neckline and below the knees. The color of clothes should be calm tones - beige, gray, black, it is better to avoid large patterns or sharp contrasts. With all this, a woman should not have bright and catchy jewelry. The exception may be a modest bracelet, neat earrings, a thin gold chain.
Shoes should also be strict. An excellent example would be closed-type boats made in the classic version. Shoes may be low or medium heels, studs are best avoided, platform or athletic shoes are not allowed.
Classic version
An equally serious party is an event that is arranged in a classic style. It is usually scheduled for eight to nine in the evening. In this case, the cocktail dress code is presented in a more laid-back form. Bright- colored dresses with an open shoulder are allowed.
As for their length, it can be about ten centimeters above the knees, how much lower - at the discretion of the lady. Open shoes or attractive sandals should be used as shoes at such events. At the same time, in addition to clothing, you can take bright jewelry mainly of light colors. A great option would be expensive jewelry or classic jewelry. However, for example, rings with large diamonds will be superfluous.
The “Cocktail” dress code for men at such parties assumes the same costume, but loose fit, the absence of a jacket and more liberal shades of clothing are allowed. As a decoration, you can use a pocket square, cufflinks and watches.
Social event
The third type of modern trendy cocktail parties are social events. For such events, clothes in the form of attractive dresses up to the middle of the female knee are allowed, although outfits to the ankles are also allowed. Various necklines and loops, jewelry are welcome.
As for men, their dress code at such events is lighter and is represented by a tie, suit or just pants and a shirt.
If the cocktail party is not official in nature, then a simple cocktail dress code is welcome. A photo of the clothes is presented below. In such cases, men are allowed to use a jacket. But the choice should be stopped on a fashionable thing of a loose cut, so that the robe was not in a business style. A representative of a strong half of humanity can wear expensive accessories - cufflinks, watches, a genuine leather belt. Although most of all a man is decorated with expensive and chic shoes.
How to behave at a cocktail party?
It must be remembered that far from clothing colors a person. The main principle is the correct conduct of the event in compliance with all the rules, as well as the positive attitude of those present. Currently, as in previous years, the true and sincere decoration of any person is a smile.
What you can: talk in half-tones, joke, laugh quietly, culturally treat yourself to drinks and snacks, dance if the hosts plan it.
What can’t be: shouting, cursing, laughing out loud, touching on political, religious or racial issues in conversation.
Principles of Cocktail Parties
In modern society, the Cocktail dress code has gained great popularity. Such evenings are a convenient way to conduct business negotiations and other events designed to meet specific people in a relaxed format. Modern cocktail parties have a semi-official mood. At the same time, they serve various drinks and all kinds of light snacks.
Each party participant must be familiarized with certain issues in advance: the time of the event, the place of its organization and the purpose of staying at the party.
Dress code "Cocktail" depending on the venue of the party
If an event of this format is held at home, for example, in connection with obtaining a new position, then it is allowed to use a more relaxed style in clothing. If the celebration will be held in a fashionable and expensive restaurant, then you need to use the dress code "Business Cocktail", which is strict and elegant.
There is another small feature that will allow a person to determine the level of officiality of the celebration - this is the invitation to it. If it was done over the phone, you can relax and put on a simpler outfit.
If the invitation was issued in the form of a postcard or letter and received officially, the party will be held at a high level. In this case, clothes should be chosen with all responsibility.
How can a woman choose an outfit?
With the help of the dress, an image is created, beauty is emphasized and figure flaws are hidden. Therefore, it must be carefully selected according to its parameters, so that the outfit is combined with a hairstyle, shoes, accessories. To emphasize the individuality of the guest and at the same time meet the basic requirements of the dress code: elegant cut, adequate length, small neckline, soft color schemes.
It is clear that the evening cocktail dress code will be different from clothes for a day party.
Moreover, dresses are selected according to age.
Up to 25 years in the presence of a slender figure, a length of about fifteen centimeters above the knee is permissible. Bright colors and unusual cut are welcome. It is undesirable to wear a lot of jewelry to the dress.
25 - 35 years - you can use a different assortment of styles and colors. It is better to refuse a short dress length (an ideal figure is an exception). You also need to carefully choose bright colors like pink, lemon, salad. They should be worn only if they are very well suited to skin color.
After 35, you should pay attention to the length of the dress so that it is below the knee. Instead of a full skirt, it is best to use a more modest style.
Dress code "Cocktail" for women in winter is no different from other seasons. The only thing is that dresses should be selected in such a way that they are combined with winter clothes. Better with long sleeves and knitted, made of thin woolen fabric.
The traditional color of the dress is black. Nevertheless, you can use other shades - beige, golden, dark blue. You should abandon the pink, light green and lemon shades, as they will be inappropriate at a serious event.
The dress can be supplemented with various accessories - handbags, watches, jewelry. You can even use small discreet hats. Also, using long gloves or a bolero is a good idea.