What to wear under your clothes for dinner at a restaurant
Short answer: Dinner at a restaurant often means three hours of calm sitting in a warm room, where the shirt is the visible layer. A soft, dry layer underneath lets you enjoy the menu instead of wondering whether you are too warm.
Hours of sitting, a warm room
In a restaurant you sit for two to three hours, and the room is usually warm because there are many people, candles and a hot kitchen. That means you can soon get warm even if you do not move. The shirt sits close, and if you sweat it can be seen. A layer under the shirt that takes up the moisture protects the collar and the back.
The shirt as the visible layer
A smart shirt in a soft quality is a classic choice, but it must not feel tight once you have eaten. See bamboo shirt for men if you want a shirt that sits softly and does not crease too much after an evening in a chair. Choose a fit with room for the stomach and shoulders and fasten the buttons so they do not pull. Roll up the sleeves if it gets warm.
The vest as invisible help
The thin vest is your invisible helper. It takes up moisture and protects the shirt from sweat, so it stays fresh for longer. Choose one with a round neck if you wear an open collar, and one with a V neck if you want an open shirt. The colour should be close to your skin or the shirt, so it does not show through. Check that it does not crease or sit crooked when you move.
Trousers, belt and seating comfort
When you sit for a long time, you notice if your trousers are too tight. Choose a trouser with a little room at the waist and thighs, and with a soft waistband that does not cut in after the main course. A thin belt with a flat buckle is more comfortable. If you are in doubt you can try sitting in the clothes at home for half an hour. Then you know whether they will last a whole menu. See the full bamboo range for men for more basic pieces.
Shoes and socks
Socks and shoes are rarely the centre of attention, but they can ruin a long evening if they bother you. Thin socks in a breathable fabric help against damp feet, and shoes with a little room for the toes are an advantage if you walk far to the restaurant. Remember that socks can be seen when you cross your legs, so choose a colour that goes with the trousers. An extra pair of socks in your bag is a small insurance if you get wet in the rain.
Care and offers
Clothes worn for dinners should stay neat. Wash viscose from bamboo at 30 to 40 degrees, preferably inside out, and let it dry on a hanger. Iron the shirt on a low heat while it is slightly damp. Avoid fabric softener. If you want to add a few extra basic pieces for restaurant visits, see the sale for men. Then you are ready for several evenings out.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a vest under my shirt at a restaurant
It is a good idea, because it takes up moisture and protects the shirt. Choose a thin style in a colour that does not show through.
How do I avoid getting too warm at the table
Choose several thin layers and roll up the sleeves if it is warm. Take the blazer off if the room is warm.
Which fit is best for a long dinner
A fit with room for the stomach and shoulders. Try sitting in the clothes at home before you leave.
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