Recommended outfits for live music venues
If you’re going to see your favorite band or artist at a live house, you probably want to put a little extra effort into your outfit.
But if you’re not used to going to live houses, you might worry, “Is this outfit okay?”
So let me share a few recommendations for what to wear when you head to a live house.
I’ll also include tips on adding a touch of style and some practical advice, so feel free to use this as a reference.
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Recommended outfits and fashion items (1–10)
sleeveless
At live houses, you often move around and dance a lot, so sleeveless tops might be better than ones with sleeves.
Since staying like that the whole time can make you too cold due to sudden temperature changes, coordinating with a light outer layer is recommended.
That way you can get pumped up without worrying about the heat.
patch vest
A vest covered with lots of patches from your favorite bands—so-called embroidered patches—is called a patch vest.
This style, brimming with love for the artists, may feel a bit old-fashioned, but overseas it’s known as a “battle vest,” and it’s seeing a revival among young music fans.
parka / hoodie
A hoodie that you can layer, move around in with ease, and fold up small.
As its popularity as loungewear shows, you can jump and bounce around all you want and it’s still fine.
It’s easy to take off and put on, so it’s handy for sudden temperature changes and between seasons, and thanks to how easy it is to coordinate, it may look simple but it’s reliable—and highly recommended.
Recommended outfits and fashion items (11–20)
T-shirt and jeans
When it comes to the ultimate in simplicity and style, it’s got to be a T-shirt and jeans.
This universally popular look is a common sight at live houses, too.
The easy-to-move-in outfit is perfect for high-energy shows.
Wearing a band T-shirt is highly recommended.
Riders jacket with leather pants
Pair a rider’s jacket with ultra-tight leather pants, a pompadour, sunglasses, and crepe-soled shoes.
That’s the classic rock ’n’ roll style.
For rockabilly or psychobilly gigs and DJ dance events, go all out and dress to kill.
Aloha shirt
Aloha shirts give off a casual vibe, and since they’re cotton, they dry quickly when the show heats up and you start sweating.
Plus, they let you subtly say, “I’m a fan and I’m here,” so I highly recommend them.
It’s also fun to set a dress code within your group—like everyone wears aloha shirts—and go to the concert together, especially if you’ve made friends with fellow fans.
cosplay
At concerts by visual kei bands and groups with distinctive outfits, you’ll often see fans in cosplay as well.
Making the costumes yourself seems tough, but for famous acts you can even buy items like Slipknot masks.
That said, it might be safer to relax and watch from the back rows.