A gala is generally a formal occasion. Sometimes there is a precise dress code in the invitation, such as black tie or festive. But often you will have to fill in the details of the gala dress code yourself and that can sometimes be quite a challenge. That is why we give clothing and beauty tips for a Christmas gala in this article.

As a man, you wear a tailcoat or tuxedo. If you don't own one, you can often rent one. A gala suit is quite an expensive purchase and you may only wear it a few times. A black suit is often the most common, but a different color can sometimes be nice too. Think of a red tuxedo with black lapels or a dark blue or dark green suit. Wear a white shirt underneath and your outfit is already largely complete!

Combine your gala suit with a (black) bow tie. A tie is less common and looks more informal. One way to make a bow tie more informal is to choose a bow tie in a different colour, such as Christmas colours red or green. You can of course also coordinate this with the colour of the dress of your gala date. Under your suit, it is best to wear black patent leather shoes with black socks. If you do not have black patent leather shoes, other neat black shoes are also suitable.