How to Dress for a Pub Crawl?

When thinking about how to dress for a pub crawl, a simple and nice attire could be the short answer to this important question. Neat, basic outfit with something original is exactly what works best. The bouncers and the people at the door are looking for this. 

Above all, avoid extremes.  The last thing they are looking for is people that dress as they are going to the gym or to ski.  You don’t want to overdress, but not wearing anything that attracts the attention of absolutely everyone is good advice.

Comfortable everything, specially shoes

If there is one rule that defines pub crawling uniform is this:  Comfort is the main thing.  You are going  to walk, to drink, to dance, to have at least six hours of walking and dancing, so your outfit must support that rhythm. It  has to be a look that helps you tonight. 

When it comes to footwear,  you should wear nice sneakers  or  any tennis shoes or heels, but not high heels.  The idea is always  comfort and resistance with a little bit of caché.  Think long-term:  When hitting the pub crawl, think about a long night of partying. Do wear something that makes you feel comfortable for a whole night dancery.

Colors and Identity

Another key element in mastering color combination.  Regarding colors, black is always what works best.  In places like Berlin,  it is very well appreciated, especially in the winter,  but the real rule is to combine it with something else, cause authenticity is always better. 

You should show who you are with what you dress, but don’t be a clown.  Style should reflect personality, but never choose a costume (unless it’s halloween). As a reminder,  comfort is more appreciated than over-elegance, but don’t get to any extreme.  And yes,  you’re not Kanye West, you cannot dress as a sofa.

How to Dress for a Pub Crawl in Winter

In colder months, always wear layers. The night involves constant movement between environments, and the temperature changes a lot from the inside and the outside, so bring a warm jacket and things that you can get rid of easily. You’ll be putting them in and out, in and out. Also: don’t think twice about leaving your things in the garbrobe. Especially since the last stop of the pub crawl is a club where every night people dress as if it was the middle of the summer: it will get hot inside.

rule exeptions

There are nights where all these tips remain useless. For instance, if you’re in Brazil, Germany or Italy, on Carnival you can dress as a lollipop or whatever you want. On Halloween, saint patrick’s days, Christmas and other local festivities you can join the pub crawl wearing the most creative disguise possible, but that’s it. The other days, extravagant is not a recommendation. 

Final Tips on How to Dress for a Pub Crawl?

A final example of a good dressing decision: clean and comfortable shoes, a nice pair of jeans or pants that are neat, a shirt or a comfy blazer or something not too bulky. Above all, take care of the details. 

The winning combination is simple but effective:  Always wearing something original in a classic outfit. That’s not only the way to get in the party, but also a mindset that works for everyday life 🙂