This style code is grateful to the invitee, as it is clearly defined but leaves room for individual freedom. If the invitation specifies the cocktail dress code, elegant evening wear should always be chosen: The gentleman wears a dark suit. The lady wears a black or discreet cocktail dress of a different color in a playful length. The cocktail dress code is often noted on invitations to events after 4 p.m., for example to vernissages or parties.

Ladies can choose the classic "little black dress", which is a shift dress that reveals the décolleté, shoulders and arms. The rules here are that the dress should reach to the knee, be form-fitting and have a simple cut. It can be combined with eye-catching accessories, with silver chains being particularly popular. Stilettos and a small black handbag are worn to match the outfit.

Plain-colored dresses, for example in fuchsia, lemon yellow or alsphalt grey, are also considered cocktail wear. These can be a little more eye-catching, for example with a flounce or waterfall neckline. They can also be combined with accessories. However, these should be more sparing.

The updo, which is possible with shoulder-length and longer hair, looks particularly festive and matches both the little black dress and the more elaborate dress. Make-up should be subtle, however.

The attire should always be evening-elegant. For men, this means wearing a dark suit with a high waist. The trousers must be creased and a dark tie must be worn. This can only be dispensed with if the overall impression is absolutely harmonious.

A shirt in a matching color is chosen to go with the suit. Classic lace-up shoes go well with a cocktail suit.

No-Gos! Too short, too cheap, too causal - although the cocktail dress code does not require a long evening dress, the outfit should still be elegant and understated. Open shoes, strap tops, mini skirts and large bags should also be avoided. Men should leave their jeans and sneakers in the closet.

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