What to Wear to an Art Show or Gallery Opening

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70NEWSJAPAN - No matter how many parties and gatherings are on your weekly social calendar, there’s one sort of invitation that can make even the most confident dresser scratch his head: the invite to an art event. Be it a gallery opening, a benefit, or simply an evening at an art show with a date, these events have a way of reminding you that the art world has its own set of sartorial rules. And no one wants to stand out (in the wrong way) for ignoring them, particularly because they’re rules that can teach you something about everyday dressing as well.

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When you try to figure out what to wear to a specific art event, you need to consider the setting. An opening or a gala at an art museum is more on the formal end of the spectrum. A black tie or black tie-optional event calls for a tuxedo or a dark, classic suit. Consider the midnight blue tuxedo from the Brooks Brothers Red Fleece line for a budget-friendly option.

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For an evening opening at a gallery, you can go with semi-formal attire, such as a navy blue or gray suit, like Ralph Lauren’s wool twill suit. However, you can go even more casual for many art events — particularly if you know the place or the artist and are confident that something less formal is appropriate. At many shows, a blazer like Club Monaco’s tweed version and a coordinating (not matching) pair of pants is a smart option. In some cases, a dark pair of jeans is even doable. When in doubt, consult the invitation — or a friend in the know — for clues on what’s appropriate.