How to Dress for the Theater
Audiences have traded in ascots and ball gowns for ripped jeans and t-shirts at the theater. But creating a stylish ensemble for a night on the town should not be intimidating. Lauren Ridloff (“Children of a Lesser God”) and Jelani Alladin (“Frozen”) showcase evening looks with pattern-mixing and sleek silhouettes, while Alison Luff (“Escape to Margaritaville”) and John Riddle (“Frozen”) model afternoon outfits with wide-leg trousers and floral prints. Here’s some inspiration for your next night (or day) at a show.
Lauren Ridloff
Blouse, Henrik Vibskov
Skirt, Henrik Vibskov
Earrings, Ashley Pittman
BLACKSEA fragments minaudière in emerald
Rings, Vintage
Watch, Vintage
Shoes, Manolo Blahnik
Blazer, Maison Mihara Yasuhiro
Jelani Alladin
Mixing black and blue is no longer taboo. The “Frozen” star looks dapper onstage as the ice monger Kristoff in the Disney hit and offstage in this blazer and slacks combo, with a subtle floral shirt. Florals can be evening-appropriate, just make sure to pair with dark colors. The cropped, cuffed trouser is a great alternative to a dress pant, and by cuffing the pant legs, you can show off a Chelsea boot.
Blazer, Ben Sherman
Shirt, Ben Sherman
Tie, Ben Sherman
Pants, Helmut Lang
Boots, Ben Sherman
Alison Luff
Earrings, vintage
Blazer, Sherri Hill
Blouse, COS
Pants, VEDA
Rings, Vintage
Purse, Chanel
Shoes, Robert Clergerie
John Riddle
Blazer, Ben Sherman
Shirt, Ben Sherman
Earrings, Vintage
Pants, Levi’s 511
Shoes, Hugo Boss
Styled by Katie Woolley and Aniela Wendt
Lauren Ridloff and Alison Luff’s hair and makeup by Austin Thornton;
John Riddle and Jelani Alladin’s grooming by Dana Arcidy