Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and we’re here for any opportunity to be thankful. Catching up with cousins, watching the game and filling your plate with turkey are the easy parts, but figuring out what to wear for Thanksgiving? It’s not always a piece of cake.
This year, make style easy as (pumpkin) pie with an assist from Stitch Fix. From a formal dinner with family to a laid-back hang with friends, we put together the ultimate guide to men’s Thanksgiving outfits for every type of turkey day.
What to wear to a formal Thanksgiving dinner
If your Thanksgiving plans involve dressing up, smart layers are at the top of the style menu. Break out the luxurious sweaters in super-soft cashmere or lightweight merino wool. Either can be worn alone or layered over a crisp button-down shirt.
Or, try Stylist Alicia’s favorite holiday outfit formula: adding layers over your knit: “I love pairing a classic sweater in a deep hue with a textured cardigan or a brushed blazer.”
As for your bottom half, slim-fitting slacks are the move for an elevated occasion—just be sure to choose a shade that complements your blazer (or whatever you have going on up top). A few options: A charcoal sport coat with black pants look great together without being matchy-matchy. Another simple, sure-to-impress combo: A solid button-down shirt and a printed pant (think: subtle plaids or stripes).
Wrap up your formal Thanksgiving outfit with polished loafers or sleek dress boots, and you’ve got a look that’s winner winner turkey dinner.
What to wear to a casual Thanksgiving celebration
Thanksgiving and football go hand in hand, so you might be looking at a laid-back holiday spent celebrating TV touchdowns. Not a football fan? No sweat. A casual approach to style keeps you comfortable during even extended visits with friends and family.
That’s said, here’s what to wear to a relaxed Thanksgiving—the good news is, you can start with everyday essentials. Dark-wash jeans or crisp chinos are game for tossing a football around the yard—look for pairs with a little stretch (also great to accommodate your delicious dinner). Pair with a plaid flannel or a crisp button-down—easy.
And even the most casual of gatherings calls for a thoughtful layer or two. Stylist Alicia suggests reaching for classic pieces: a shacket (which is a jacket-shirt hybrid) or a ribbed crewneck sweater. Both choices offer warmth and a pop of fall color. Finish with upgraded retro sneakers or chukka boots, and you’re definitely a winner in the “what to wear to Thanksgiving dinner” game.
What to wear to Friendsgiving
If you’re skipping the trip home and celebrating with friends instead, there’s no stress around dressing to impress (talk about something to be grateful for). A night with pals calls for low-key styles, and with just a few styling tips you’ll still look perfectly put-together.
Friendsgiving is a prime occasion to play with prints and reach for your favorite closet hero: the checkered button-down. Plaids come in a variety of different patterns, so pick your favorite in soft flannel fabric or classic cotton. A solid button-down shirt always works well, too. Layer up in a shacket, or slip into a cozy crewneck or quarter-zip that’ll keep you warm and add some visual interest.
Add well-fitting denim or a pair of soft cords for a hit of texture. Another tip from Stylist Alicia: “Explore new fabrics like corduroy or tweed to add instant dimension and polish to even the most casual look.”
Lace up some chukka boots or a fresh pair of sneakers, and you’ve got the recipe for a perfectly balanced Friendsgiving look.
Get styled by Stitch Fix for Thanksgiving
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