Attending the opera is a special event, so it takes time to figure out what to wear. The previously formal opera dress codes have greatly relaxed these days, so dressing too classy is not obligatory anymore. Actually, you can wear everything you feel comfortable in, but still, it’s a great opportunity to dress to impress. That means you should leave your jeans and casual sneakers at home and look for a high-class outfit.
It’s best to wear something on the formal side. Think about patterned midi skirts, chic white blouses, modern cocktail dresses, floor-length gowns, and bold pants. If you are coming straight from work, think about business casual or smart casual. It can get rather cold in the theater, so consider an extra layer – a cardigan, shawl, statement coat, jacket, fur stole, or a blazer.
Keep reading to find stylish opera looks and get a better idea of what to wear to the opera.
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DOLCE & GABBANA $ 6,745 | DOLCE & GABBANA $ 6,745 | ROLAND MOURET $ 2,395 | COSTARELLOS $ 1,719 |
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JOHANNA ORTIZ $ 995 | TOM FORD $ 2,490 | MONIQUE LHUILLIER $ 5,501 | RICHARD QUINN $ 3,678 |
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MONIQUE LHUILLIER $ 6,060 | LILA DRESS £695.00 GBP inc VAT | STELLA MCCARTNEY $ 1,596 | CAMILLE DRESS ORANGE MIX £208.75 GBP inc VAT |
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SSENSE Exclusive Black Jepska Dress | Tinsel Knit Fit & Flare Gown $ 2,495 | English Tulle V-Neck Gown $ 3,995 | JACQUEMUS $ 715 |
Don’t forget about accessories and jewelry to complete your look!
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14K Yellow Gold Onyx Station Necklace, 5.03 TCW | Eclipse 14K Yellow Gold Black Diamond Ring, 0.44 TCW | 14K Yellow Gold Diamond and Onyx Ring, 1.40 TCW | 14K Gold Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond, 3.02 TCW | Silver & 18K Gold Accent Multi Gemstone Pendant, 1.59 TCW |
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Ruby Royale 14K Yellow Gold Ruby Stud Earrings, 1.14 TCW | 14K White Gold Trillion Cut Tanzanite Stud Earrings, 0.65 TCW | 925 Sterling Silver Multi Sapphire Splash Ring, 1.84 TCW | Sterling Silver Multi Color Sapphire Ball Earrings, 2.20 TCW | Silver Tanzanite Bracelet, 7.45 TCW |
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4K White Gold Black & White Diamond Panther Ring, 1.54 TCW | 14K White Gold Diamond Bezel Set Pendant, 0.20 TCW | D'Oro 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Wave Hoop Earrings, 0.25 TCW | 4K Rose Gold Morganite and Diamond Heart Earrings, 1.87 TCW | 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Flower Ring, 0.23 TCW |
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14K Yellow Gold Diamond and Fresh Water Pearl Drop Earrings, 0.05 TCW | 14K Yellow Gold Diamond and Fresh Water Pearl Necklace, 0.34 TCW | D'Oro 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Necklace, 0.90 TCW | D'Oro 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Hoop Earrings, 0.39 TCW | D'Oro 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Bangle, 0.77 TCW |
