Mardi Gras Outfit Ideas for Men: Festive Outfits for 2025
Are you attending Mardi Gras festival or a party and wondering what to wear? This guide to Mardi Gras outfit ideas for men is for you.
One of my favorite things I did in 2022 was attend Mardi Gras in New Orleans. It was amazing to see the parades, explore the city, and experience the unique culture of the city.
One of the most fun but also most challenging aspects of the trip was deciding what to wear. Based on my learnings and experience, I put together a guide to what to wear to Mardi Gras for women and this guide to Mardi Gras outfit ideas for men.
The key when packing for Mardi Gras is focusing on the three Mardi Gras colors – green, purple, and yellow.
In addition, Mardi Gras is an excuse to break out funky accessories, sparkles, and beads.
Keep reading this guide of outfit ideas for men for casual outfit ideas, what to wear at night, and tips for packing.
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What to Wear to Mardi Gras
The simplest packing advice for Mardi Gras is to bring as much purple, yellow, green, and gold clothing as you can.
The best Mardi Gras outfits are a combination of all these colors and fun accessories. Below, I will go into detail of clothing items that work for a casual or night outfit.
However, the simple formula is to get staple clothing items in the theme colors and add accessories.
These can be clothing items you will wear again in your normal life, such as good sneakers, t-shirts, or colored joggers. Since these base items will cost more, I suggest getting items you will wear normally.
To make the outfits more fun, get unique accessories to wear on top. These items are less expensive but make your outfit much more interesting.
If you are traveling in a group, you can pool your accessories to create endless outfit options.
The Best Mardi Gras Accessories for Men
In the above collage are some of my favorite Mardi Gras accessories for men. The Nike sneakers are a great purchase because they can be worn for any Mardi Gras occasion, and in day-to-day life.
I suggest purchasing a good quality pair of shoes since you will be on your feet and walking around a lot.
The most fun accessories are the funky sunglasses and hats. I absolutely love the sequin cowboy hat, and it is sure to get you attention.
You may be tempted to purchase beads for your Mardi Gras trip. While beads are a staple of Mardi Gras, you will get plenty at the parades.
The parades will throw beads by the bag-full, and you will end up with more than enough.
Shop these men’s Mardi Gras shoes and accessories
Casual Outfit Ideas
Common daytime activities in Mardi Gras are sight seeing and parades. For these activities, you can dress casually.
Clothes like t-shirts, sweatshirts, and flannels are great options. For sightseeing, I recommend a more tame outfit, such as jeans and a green and yellow flannel.
For parades, people dress up. I suggest colored pant and top with accessories. In addition, bring a good jacket because it can be quite cold in New Orleans in the winter.
Shop the above collage for the best casual clothing ideas.
Nightlife Outfit Ideas for Guys
Whether you are going to a jazz club or a bar on Bourbon street, nightlife in New Orleans is pretty casual. A simple outfit is any shirt with a collar and jeans or khakis.
If you prefer to be more subdued, I like the above khaki pants with an olive green shirt. To be more themed, I love the monochromatic look of yellow jeans with the yellow top.
Again, dress up these outfits with the accessories I shared above. If you are going to Bourbon street, I suggest going all out with fun hats, glasses, and other items.
For a jazz club or more classy experience, maybe leave the accessories at home.
Shop these men’s Mardi Gras nightlife outfits
FAQ- What do Men Wear to Mardi Gras?
The Mardi Gras colors are yellow/gold, purple, and green.
The best thing to wear to a Mardi Gras party for men is the same exact thing you would wear in New Orleans. If it’s a casual party, follow the above casual collage. If it’s more formal, follow the nightlife collage.
In general, wear the theme colors of yellow, purple, and green. Layer colored clothes with fun and festive accessories like beads or sunglasses.
Bourbon street is the most popular tourism street in New Orleans and is very casual. During the day, you can get away with wearing anything. At night, I recommend a collared shirt for men but you don’t need to be dressy.
Summary of Mardi Gras Outfit Ideas for Men
These Mardi Gras outfit ideas for men are simple – wear yellow, green, and purple clothing layered with lots of unique accessories.
During the day, casual clothes like t-shirts and sweatshirts are appropriate. At night, add a collared shirt to dress-up the outfit.
Finally, don’t forget a jacket and warm layers because Mardi Gras is in the winter and can get chilly.
