What to Wear to a Casino: Dress Codes Explained

Deciding what to wear for a night out at a casino can be surprisingly stressful for first-time visitors.

What is considered perfectly acceptable in Nevada might get you immediately ejected in the South of France.

The Ultra-Casual American Standard

If you are visiting a massive mega-resort in Las Vegas, the dress code is generally as relaxed as it gets.

However, if you plan to visit the high-end nightclubs or Michelin-star restaurants inside the resort later, you will need to dress up.

• Nightclubs within the casino enforce strict rules: no athletic wear, no baggy jeans, and no sneakers
• High-limit rooms often appreciate a slightly smarter look, though it is rarely strictly enforced
• Comfortable shoes are the most important item, as you will be walking miles across massive resort floors

The Formal Elegance of European Venues

If you attempt to walk into the Casino de Monte-Carlo wearing shorts, you will be swiftly denied entry.

Many traditional European venues require men to wear a tailored jacket and, in some exclusive rooms, a tie.

A quick Google search regarding the venue's entry policy will save you the embarrassment of being turned away.