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Let the shirt(s) sit for at least 15 minutes

Accessories Cocktail attire is a dress code made for accessorising

Leather Heel with Partial Rubber Cap

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The look: Dark suit or blazer with dress pants Dress shirt (tie optional, depending on the event) Dress shoes oxfords, derbies, or polished loafers Room for a little more color, texture, or pattern than the dress codes above Our pick: The Blue Suit For a deeper breakdown including what to wear to summer cocktail events, what counts as a cocktail mistake, and how it compares to semi-formal see our full guide to cocktail attire for men