How to dress for the theater in the fall. After work - for a session

Not a single outing for the fairer sex is complete without spending minutes, or even hours, near the closet and mirror. A woman wants to look as impressive as possible. Going to the theater is no exception - you want to look both bright and elegant. And the most important thing is not to overdo it when choosing your outfit, hairstyle and even makeup.

How should a woman dress correctly for the theater?

• Warp
  We do not merge with the gray mass. Looking for individual style. There should be something attractive, sexy and exciting in your image.
  
  
  Just neatly and without any hint of vulgarity (if you are going to wear a dress with an open back, then no deep neckline).
• Choosing a dress
  It is customary to wear a dress to the theater, so you will have to give up your usual jeans and trousers for a while. You are going to the theater - not for a walk or to a cafe, so we also leave all the short dresses until the right moment. The ideal length of the dress is from the middle of the kneecap down to the foot (we choose the final length ourselves).
  
  
  If you decide to wear a dress with a cutout, then make sure that your thigh is securely hidden by the fabric (such “tempting things” are useless in the theater). The neckline should also not be too deep.
• Color range and material
  Undoubtedly, you should choose a dress in which you will be pleased to shine with your beauty. Therefore, you should choose a material and color that you like (and that suits you).
  
  
  For example - classic black dress made of satin or a bright red velvet dress.
• Selection of stockings
  Should not be worn under evening dress tights - they will simply be uncomfortable. Stockings will be much more advantageous (from all sides) - they are more comfortable, more inconspicuous and will last longer (if you choose them correctly).
  
  
  Choose thick stockings, so that at the most inopportune moment the treacherous arrow does not run. Also, you should not buy fishnet stockings - they look vulgar and cheap.
• Shoe selection
  Depending on the season, choose what to wear on your feet - shoes or boots. In any case, shoes should have heels. The height of the heel depends only on your ability to walk in such shoes - for example, elegant ankle boots with stiletto heels or shoes with rough heels.
  
  The most important thing is that these shoes match your dress and handbag.
• Choosing a handbag
  Everyone will agree that you should take a small handbag to the theater. Large bags they look very cumbersome, ridiculous, and they are simply not needed in the theater. In the theater, a clutch is enough, which can be on a strap or a neat thin chain.
  
  
  This handbag will fit everything you need - a phone, car keys, cash and a minimum set of cosmetics to touch up your makeup. The color of the handbag should match the color of the dress, but you can play with contrast - for example, a bright red clutch and a black dress.
• Jewelry selection
  Jewelry is always used to complete the look (“cut”). Don't be afraid of pendants, beads or even regular chains, because they can change your entire look in an instant. Most often, diamond jewelry is worn to the theater, although high-quality costume jewelry is also suitable.
  
  
  Don't forget about bracelets that highlight your thin wrists. It is important to choose the right earrings. Earrings should not be massive (so that your ears do not get tired during the performance) and too bright (so as not to overshadow your hairstyle).
• Makeup choice
  The most important part after choosing a dress is makeup. Your “Make-Up” should not be too bright, so immediately put everything shiny and shimmering aside. The main rule of “theatrical” makeup is restraint, so you should use a minimum of cosmetics. Even out your complexion using foundation, concealer or powder.
  
  
  Then apply bronzer and blush to your cheekbones. When choosing shadows, you need to make sure that they match your hair. The best option that suits absolutely all girls is beige shadows. Complete all this with neat arrows, paint over your eyelashes with mascara, and your eye makeup will be complete. It is better to use lipstick several shades darker - this will help highlight your lips.
• Hairstyle
  Wash your hair the day before so that on the day of visiting the theater you do not run around the house, frantically trying to dry and comb unruly curls. If you have long hair, elegantly gather them into a bun, since ponytails or braids are not suitable for this case. Those with curly hair are allowed to attend the theater with their hair down.
  
  
  
  You can also style it, then you won’t have to remove your hair either. If you have short hair, be sure to give them volume and splendor. For any hairstyle, do not use bright hair clips or elastic bands - they will not add elegance to you.

When going to the theater, say, in the nineteenth century, fashionistas faced the same question - “how to dress for the theater.” However, what a dress should be like for going out was absolutely clear: elegant, fashionable, beautiful and, if possible, expensive.

But what to wear to the theater these days? When did the tradition of dressing up in elegant dresses and diamonds for the theater, and for men wearing a tailcoat, practically sink into oblivion? Today, when people come to the theater in jeans, sneakers, shorts and luxurious evening dresses with a deep neckline, how to dress so that, on the one hand, you don’t look too smart, and on the other, you don’t look like a tourist with with a backpack on her shoulders, who ended up in the theater by chance?

Of course, the choice of outfit depends to a large extent on what you are going to see.

If you're going loud theatrical premiere (V Bolshoi Theater, "Mariinsky" or even local theater) or the opening/closing of a theater or film festival, then a lot depends on... the cost of your tickets. If you are going to experience art from a gallery, then you should not wear expensive jewelry and bare your shoulders. A versatile little black dress and stylish accessories are ideal:

If you wish, you can experiment with the style:

If you are a happy owner of seats in the stalls, casual style will be out of place. According to the norms of social etiquette What's the best thing for women to wear to a premiere? evening dress or elegant evening dress, preferably with a skirt. It is not at all necessary to wear an evening dress or a floor-length skirt to the theater, especially considering the fact that the length of the evening dress has been significantly reduced. Quantity expensive jewelry and furs and the degree of openness of the shoulders directly depends on the cost of tickets.

Look at the photo and decide how to dress for the theater!

How should a man dress for the theater?

If your companion asks your advice on going to the theater for a man, recommend that he wear a classic dress to the theater premiere. men's suit or - if you are going to attend the opening or closing of a theater or film festival and walk along the red carpet - a tuxedo.

How should a woman or girl dress for an ordinary performance at the theater?

Theatergoers in the post-Soviet space dress for the theater more carefully than European theatergoers. Perhaps the whole point is that in Europe a person with aesthetic taste visits the theater once a month or a month and a half, while we go to the theater on average once or twice a year, and going to the theater is to some extent a holiday.

How to properly dress for an ordinary theater production?

The opinions of stylists differ greatly: some of them believe that you need to dress for the theater as you would for a holiday - or in an evening dress (to the middle of the knee or - for young girls - even higher) or in a good suit. At the same time, others argue that it is quite acceptable to dress casually for the theater, and the option jacket-jeans very acceptable.

We advise our readers to follow the golden mean and, when going to the theater, wear an outfit in the style creative casual . You can wear a cocktail dress to a private performance (it’s better not to show your shoulders at a private performance, don’t show a lot of expensive family jewelry), a blouse with a skirt or trousers, or a stylish fashionable suit.

By the way, in the photo on the left is a pantsuit.

Girls can dress like in these photos:

"If you don't know what to wear, wear red!"

What should you not wear to the theater?

In addition, shorts, T-shirts, tunics, short dresses, miniskirts and any sportswear: in the end, a theater, even the most modern and experimental one, is not a gym.

What shoes should I wear?

When going to the theater, wear whatever you want on your feet - shoes or sandals with stilettos or wedges, medium heels or even flats. Boots and boots would also be appropriate.

Depending on the time of year The exception is flip-flops, sneakers, sneakers, military boots and UGG boots.. Even if you are an inveterate theatergoer and go to all the performances touring in your city creative teams, let the theater still remain a theater - a place of introduction to high, intellectual and beautiful art. Dress creatively there and show off your own taste. Dressing beautifully and stylishly is also an art.

A well-known theatrical rule says that theater begins with a hanger. There is some truth in this saying. Indeed, any trip to the theater begins with thoughts about what to wear. After all, it is very important to choose the right theatrical outfit in order to feel confident in the theater and enjoy the performance to the fullest.

Theater dress code

The theater is the same house of culture where people come to relax and enjoy a performance or music. Previously, to go to the theater, a man had to wear a tuxedo, and a woman had to wear an evening dress, jewelry and gloves. A lot has changed since then. The modern rhythm of life does not allow us to spend the whole day before going to the theater choosing an evening dress or getting beautiful in a beauty salon. Sometimes people come to the theater straight from work.

Today the theater dress code is more democratic. However, it has its own rules. IN opera house It’s customary to come in evening dress, but in drama theater You should dress this way only if you will be sitting in the front rows of the stalls or in a box.

It is also acceptable to come to the theater in calm colors or in a cocktail dress. The option of a blouse and a dark skirt is possible. The main rule is that you do not look provocative and vulgar. After all, you came to the theater, and not to a fashion show, so a trendy outfit and a deep neckline would be inappropriate here.

Undoubtedly, theater etiquette does not assume that if you come in sneakers and jeans, you will be immediately pushed out of this temple of art. But this will be regarded as disrespectful attitude to those around him and to the theater itself.

Also, provocative makeup would be inappropriate in the theater. And under no circumstances should you use harsh perfume or pour half a bottle of your favorite perfume on yourself - think about those around you. Also, your high hairstyle will disturb those around you, so don’t build elaborate towers on your head. It would also be useful to remind you of the categorical prohibition of consumption before going to the theater. alcoholic drinks or products with a strong unpleasant odor. Also, consider matching your outfit to that of your date.

Theater dress code for men

A man in the theater should look elegant. Men usually wear a tuxedo to the theater. However, it is also permissible to wear suits dark colors, which can be either plain or with barely noticeable stripes or checkered patterns. You need to choose a shirt to match your suit light shades. Well, a mandatory accessory for a theatrical outfit should be a smart tie, scarf or bow tie. If you are planning a trip to creative evening where the youth audience will predominate, you can wear a jacket and trousers different colors or shirt and trousers without a jacket.

Theater dress code for women

If for a man the choice of clothes for the theater is not so diverse, then women have plenty to choose from. What a lady can wear for going to the theater:

1. Evening dress. When choosing an evening dress for the theater, you should pay attention to straight silhouettes. You are unlikely to feel comfortable in a theater in fluffy dresses or dresses with a train, just like in a dress embroidered with rhinestones or stones.

2. Cocktail dress. Nowadays, this is the most common outfit for going to the theater. This dress looks beautiful and elegant, but not too pretentious. When choosing a cocktail dress, pay attention to the fact that it is in muted shades. But you can choose quite bold jewelry for it, but do not overdo it so as not to look vulgar.

3. Tuxedo. Strange as it may sound, the tuxedo has now become a favorite evening outfit for both the male and female half of the population. Under a tuxedo, you should wear a dark chiffon blouse and a large necklace. Stiletto heels would also be appropriate for this outfit.

4. Pantsuit. For going to the theater, both a classic trouser suit and 7/8-length cropped trousers, colored or printed, are suitable. You can wear a light blouse or top under them.

Accessories

It is worth paying special attention to the selection of accessories. The rule of calm shades also applies here. You shouldn’t hang on to everything that is in your home, so as not to look like christmas tree. Your outfit itself speaks of a special occasion. For jewelry, you should choose a beautiful necklace, earrings or ring.

An elegant theatrical handbag should also be present in your wardrobe. It could be either, or an elegant clutch.

Shoes

When choosing shoes for the theater, pay attention not only to comfort, but also to beauty. Make sure in advance that your wardrobe has at least one pair of shoes for a special occasion. Shoes for going to the theater must have heels, but they should not be more than eight centimeters. In any case, shoes should complement your evening outfit. The main rule is that wearing boots to the theater is bad manners. If you go to the theater in the cold season, you can take your shoes with you. There is an opportunity to change shoes in the theater.

Rules of decency today are becoming outdated faster than they are invented. However, our theater columnist Maria Simonova has figured out how to dress for the theater without people pointing fingers at you.

We talk about what men should do in 7 current tips for gentlemen.

1.
Place and occasion

They say that stylists have this rule: the more beautiful and rich the theater building, the more luxurious its interior decoration, the more solemn the image of the guests can be. If you adhere to this principle, then in Tomsk in holiday outfits You can put on, first of all, the “Version”, and on a smaller scale - the Youth Theater. But, of course, the rule is not immutable.

If the Drama Theater looks like a grain elevator, and a big one at that concert hall can hardly be called an architectural masterpiece, this is not a reason to forget about evening dresses and suits. Still, the main thing is not the facades, vignettes and stucco moldings, but the specifics of the events themselves. Since they can be classified as cultural, then the outfit should be chosen accordingly.

2.
Floor-length dress

Choosing a revealing, floor-length evening dress today is risky. Few people decide to wear such outfits, so you should only contact them if you are ready to turn out to be a black sheep. If you strive for this role, and feel comfortable in it, and want to catch other people’s gazes, then, of course, a long, unconditional evening dress is what you need for going to a play or concert.

As an option, you can agree with your friends and appear as a whole group in long outfits. At the Mariinsky Theater, for example, today you can meet such groups of ladies who have chosen luxurious evening dresses and enjoy the fact that during the intermission everyone can’t take their eyes off them.

3.
Cocktail dress

If you are not going to disturb the peace and value your subtle taste and sense of the moment, then ideal option for going to the theater or to a concert, a cocktail dress. Let it be simple, without crazy bells and whistles.

Accessories will help you express your complex nature - for example, a brooch and a neckerchief. For those who strive for a correct look, the length of the dress is average: a palm below or above the knee.

4.
Color

It is better to choose a color so that people sitting at the other end of the hall do not immediately see you. No need for flashy, provocative neon shades.

In the current theater season Colors with such beautiful names as Marsala(deep wine shade), yellow oak(yellow-brown), reflection in the pond(dark blue), storm(deep grey).

These are top options; a cocktail dress in these tones will look very trendy. All recommendations about fashionable colors are also relevant for men’s looks (we’ll tell you more about outfits for gentlemen in the next issue).

5.
Little black dress

A black dress is a universal option, it is timeless and out of fashion. Just don’t give others a reason to think that you are in mourning!

Throwing a cardigan of a different tone on top, a neckerchief, a brooch chain, bright jewelry, gloves will help you avoid such thoughts... There are many ways to liven things up!

6.
On tour

What to do if you are not just going to a performance, but on a tour, and the production involves “stars” of the screen, people who have played in cult TV series?

Buying something unprecedented for the evening is completely optional. “Stars” shouldn’t force you to change your habits!

Those who feel uncomfortable in evening dresses should prefer a laconic option - a sheath dress. Or choose an alternative to a floor-length evening dress, such as a skirt with a blouse. The skirt can be long or a pencil skirt. The blouse is silk, with a discreet print if desired.

7.
To the puppet theater

Is the outfit different for visiting a puppet theater? The performances in them are different.

For example, if you are going to “Skomorokh” named after. R. Vinderman on “Pannochka” or “ Queen of Spades”, then these are productions designed for an adult audience. When choosing a dress, you don’t have to think about the fact that the theater is not dramatic.

And if you are taking your child to a fairy tale, then it would be nice to take part in creating an atmosphere of fun and celebration. At such performances, bright dresses with flowers, stripes and other fun prints look harmonious.

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Experimental theater

Today theater is changing rapidly, there are many experimental productions.

If you are going to a performance by a group you are not too familiar with and have heard that they reject the principle of the “fourth wall” or simply like to unexpectedly involve the audience in their works, then it is better to choose a casual style. Who knows, maybe you will have a chance to sit on the stage or even lie on it, depicting, for example, a stream.

A cocktail dress or formal suit will look strange in this situation, and it may suffer, which is also a shame.

9.
Read the announcements!

Sometimes the announcement of the production helps you choose the appropriate outfit for attending a performance.

If we are talking about modern play, about a new drama, then there is a high chance that you will see a “hard” story. It is also very likely that among her heroes there will be drug addicts or homeless people. Or the heroes will seek to commit suicide.

At work like this, the room is more comfortable in a casual style, not in an evening dress.

10.
Spirit of the era

If the story that interests you takes place in a certain era, then you can dress in its spirit - this will mean that you are on the same wavelength with what is happening.

For example, for the performances “Two on a Swing” (Tomsk Drama), “The Eldest Son” (Tomsk Youth Theater), things in the style of the 60s are perfect. And for “Anna in the Tropics” (Tomsk Drama), where the action develops in the late 20s, you can choose outfits or accessories from the corresponding era, especially since this season designers are happy to turn to those times in their collections. The 20s inspire them to modern versions of the trends of that expressive style.

11.
From the office

Don't despair if you don't have time to change clothes and go to the theater straight from the office. Accessories will help out.

In any handbag there is room for a neckerchief, a brooch and a brighter-than-usual lipstick. This way you can create the image of a lady.

12.
Bags

It is more appropriate to take small bags to the theater. This season, the trend is minaudières and small box bags. They can be decorated with stones, covered with reptile skin (imitation or original), and a spectacular texture, for example, lace, is also possible.

Such tiny bags are convenient - after all, to the theater you only need to take a minimum of things with you - money, phone, keys. A handbag can become an accessory that can be used in an interesting way - match it with a scarf or jewelry that allows you to create a harmonious image.

13.
Hats and hairstyles

Do you like high hairstyles and decorative hats? Their compatibility with theater is an ethical issue. The audience will be sitting behind you, perhaps because of your hairstyle or accessory they will not see the best mise-en-scène of the performance!

If you really want to do it high hairstyle or put on a hat, then there is a way out! Buy tickets for last row, it's also economical! Or take off your hat during the performance, and during intermission, walk around the foyer in it.

As for hairstyles, stylists recommend light styling that harmonizes with the outfit.

14.
Shoes

Shoes for Tomsk spectators are always a problem.

The season begins in the fall, when we usually have either puddles or snow. And it ends in the spring, when there are still puddles or snow. In general, you can’t walk down the street in nice shoes; you always have to change your shoes. Otherwise, it’s strange if boots are suddenly worn with an elegant dress. This is the fly in the ointment for a stylish look.

It is better to take a change of shoes with you, preferably classic pumps.

15.
Makeup

As for makeup, evening makeup is acceptable for the theater.

But this is not necessary - if you don’t like it, then don’t do it so as not to feel uncomfortable.

16.
Decorations

Jewelry for going to a performance is far from just diamonds.

The principle “I’ll take all my jewelry for a walk” is already considered a vulgar tradition and “a thing of the past.” Moreover, now you won’t surprise anyone with diamonds, and the abundance of successful imitations makes it difficult even for connoisseurs to distinguish costume jewelry from real stones.

17.
Not comme il faut

What looks strange in the theater are ultra-short outfits, fishnet stockings, dresses with crinoline, extremely high heels, and an abundance of rhinestones and sparkles.

This will make you stand out too much from the rest of the audience.

Expert opinion

Anna Scherrer

Buyer and top stylist at the Bridesmaid fashion and beauty center - Often, the choice of clothes for visiting a theater, concert or museum depends on a person’s worldview and his attitude to the outside world. My main recommendation is appearance a person should not be dissonant with what surrounds him. For example, in the Russian Museum, torn jeans and a leather jacket are inappropriate. We still come to admire the paintings of great artists, and we will show disrespect to the audience if we appear in such an image. Ultra-short mini, stiletto heels, fluffy jacket too best option for an exhibition of works by classics. It doesn’t matter whether we’re talking about the Russian Museum or the Tomsk Art Museum. The rules for exhibitions dedicated to traditional art are the same and do not depend on the city.
If we're talking about O modern exhibition, about performances, installations, then this is a different direction. Casual style is suitable for such an event. Create a shocking, artsy image even for an event dedicated to contemporary art, I wouldn't recommend it. It is better to give viewers the opportunity to concentrate on the exhibition, without distracting their attention with your complex appearance. This is an ethical moment, a matter of education. In the theater and at a concert it is simpler in the sense that during the action the lights in the hall go out, and even the owners of very original outfits cannot prevent people from perceiving art.

Text: Maria Simonova

Despite the development fashion trends, in the temple of culture and art you should dress correctly. We’ll look at how to choose an outfit for such a rare “holiday” below.

Which dress to choose?

If you are concerned about the question of what to wear to the Bolshoi Theater, then you should look for the answer in evening dresses. According to the rules of etiquette, such an outfit will not be pretentious, especially if you are going to a premiere and have seats in the stalls. In other cases, it is better to wear a cocktail dress.

For youth theaters, it is better to prefer a long dress to a short (knee-length) straight silhouette of a dark light. The exception is dresses with long sleeves and small prints. The look can be completed with a thin belt at the waist. Do not expose your shoulders and décolleté. The intelligentsia gathers here and will not appreciate these impulses. But light jewelry or high-quality jewelry will come in handy.

A taboo for the theater is fluffy dresses. It should be remembered that the places are quite narrow and a crinoline will be inappropriate. Color range It is better to choose dark, calm shades.

Alternative options

Some stylists suggest replacing the dress. What to wear to the theater is a skirt suit. The main thing is that the skirt is not short, and the suit is not too conservative.

A worthy alternative is trouser overalls. It does not look too elegant, like an evening dress, so you can safely wear it when you are going to attend a youth performance. In cool weather, it is indispensable in combination with a jacket.

You can also wear cropped trousers and a blouse to the theater. This option looks especially good if the pants are colored or have a pattern. But it’s better to leave the shirt white.

When choosing a jacket, you should take into account the age of the visitor and the characteristics of the performance. To complement an evening dress at the opera, fur boleros, a kimono jacket or a shawl are suitable. For other outfits, they prefer a jacket studded with rhinestones. But the outfit itself should have monochromatic shades. A bright tweed jacket is also appropriate.

Accessories

When you have decided what to wear Mariinsky Theater or any other, it's time to think about accessories.

The main rule to follow is the “calmness” of the jewelry. Your outfit already speaks of the holiday. You should opt for a small necklace, ring or earrings.

It is important to choose the right bag for the theater. A small elegant clutch or handbag with a short chain is what you need. There is also special kind– a “theatrical” handbag, which is necessary in such a situation.

The fan complements the most sophisticated outfits. Sometimes the room becomes stuffy, then it is used for its intended purpose.

Theater shoes

Above we looked at what to wear to the theater. All that remains is to decide on shoes. Classic option are shoes. Super fashionable and modern models are best left at home. The heel should be no higher than 7 cm. For long dress With a train, you can choose ballet flats so that the heels do not cling to the hem of the dress.

If you come to the theater in the cold season in boots, it is better to change your shoes there. Winter shoes are bad taste. Shoes should be formal, but not stand out from the overall outfit, but complement it.

Makeup

Makeup helps complete the look. It should be remembered that theater is not nightclub and therefore immediately put aside shiny cosmetics. Discreet shades are just what is needed. Be sure to use foundation and powder to even out your complexion. Blush makes the face more prominent and corrects its shape. Therefore, they should not be neglected either.

Use eyeliner. Choose shadows depending on the color. Makeup should be evening, but not intense. Use a lipstick slightly darker than the shade of your lips. In such cases, it is important to use lip liner.

What's better to leave at home?

If the answer to the question of what to wear is obvious, then many people forget about the taboo. Is it possible to go to the theater in jeans? No way.

Below we have compiled a list of prohibited elements:

• boots, slippers, sneakers, sandals;
• jeans, shorts;
• mini-skirt;
• fishnet tights;
• T-shirt or sweater;
• an abundance of sequins, rhinestones and shiny fabrics.

When leaving home, just look in the mirror and adequately evaluate your outfit. People come to the theater to watch a performance. Therefore, you should not turn your visit cultural event to demonstrate bare legs or cleavage. You should also choose accessories carefully. Two or three decorations are enough.

Casual style is only appropriate for provincial cultural centers or youth performances. There is never a need to dress in sportswear.

Let's sum it up

Choosing an outfit for the theater is important. To choose the right clothes, accessories and hairstyle, you should know theater etiquette.

It’s quite easy to understand it by remembering a few simple rules.

• The dress should be simple and elegant. Professionally sewn and ironed, with a clear shape.
• A beautiful gait is also important in the theater. The key to this is comfortable low-heeled shoes.
• Accessories are in harmony with the entire outfit.
• The hairstyle should be modern and individual. In the theater, they prefer smoothly combed hair so as not to disturb the audience sitting in the back during the performance.

What should a girl wear to the theater: photo

We have prepared several photos to clearly show the outfits for going to the theater.