Invited to a cocktail party or other semi-formal gathering? Don’t stress over what to wear; if you’re not lucky enough to have a woman help you out, this fool-proof guide will help you figure out what to wear to your next semi-formal event.

Depending on the keywords in the invitation, you may have to choose from several different items to wear. Does the invitation say cocktail attire? Black tie? Semi-formal? Semi-casual? With all these different terms, it’s no wonder people get confused over acceptable attire!

If the invitation doesn’t state a specific dress code, determine what to wear based on the time of day the event will be held.  For example, an afternoon event usually calls for something a little less formal; think light weight fabrics and pair a knit blazer with casual slacks or black denim jeans with a dressy sports coat and loafers.

Evening gatherings will probably require you to wear darker colors and something a little MORE formal, such as a full on suit and tie (if it’s black tie) or “business casual” if it’s semi-formal.

Ultimately, when in doubt simply ask the host of the get-together. They will be able to inform you of the proper attire, so you won’t have to be clueless when it comes to your neck cocktail party or formal/semi-formal event!

ZZ Top weren’t kidding when they proclaimed that girls go crazy over a sharp dressed man – it’s true!

No, you don’t have to wear a suit and tie every day to look sharp; there are, however, a few key rules every man should know in order to look his best, no matter the occasion.

1. Size Matters

It’s true, size DOES matter… when it comes to your clothes fitting! It doesn’t matter what designer label you are wearing or how much those jeans cost if you’re clothing doesn’t fit you well. The well-dressed man knows to choose clothing that accentuates his assets (get your mind out of the gutter, kids!); too-large clothing or clothes that are too tight look bad, and people will notice.

2.  Know your Style

If you’re completely clueless about what looks good on you, enlist the help of an honest friend or relative to give your wardrobe a critical eye. If you know what works and what doesn’t, you can be confident your wardrobe not only reflects your personal style… but reflects it well.

3.  Remember the Details

Even the best-fitting clothes won’t matter if the rest of your appearance looks disorderly. It’s important to remember the details, and focus on your overall appearance – not just one aspect of it. In other words, make sure your clothes look good, but also take care of your hair, your shoes… everything!

By following the previous tips, you can be a well dressed men that the girls really will go crazy over – just add a dash of confidence, and you’re good to go.