What to Wear to Friendsgiving: Men's Outfits That Work at Any Table
Men's Friendsgiving outfits
A polo and one layer.
That is the whole formula. Wear a clean polo, dark joggers or dark pants, and a layer you can drop when the oven heats the room. Below is how to pick each piece and which ones are in stock right now.
Start with the polo, not the button-down
Friendsgiving is a potluck in someone's living room. A button-down wrinkles before the dishes are down. A tee looks like you came straight from the gym. A polo sits in the middle. It has a collar, so it looks planned, and it has stretch, so seconds do not cost you the waistband.
The Tom Polo in Grey is $40 and runs Small to XXXL right now. The Navy is $40 too, but it skips Extra Large, so check your size before you plan around it. Between sizes? We wrote a short guide on sizing up or down.
Pick the layer before you pick the pants
Late November evenings in the Valley often drop into the 50s after sunset. A backyard Friendsgiving with a fire pit gets cold fast. The layer decides whether you stay out there or end up inside by the dishes. A vest keeps your arms free for carving and cornhole. A quarter zip is warmer and looks a notch sharper. We compared them in vest vs quarter zip if you want the long version.
Four Friendsgiving myths, fixed
Most bad Friendsgiving outfits come from one of these beliefs.
Match the outfit to the room
Not every Friendsgiving is the same night. Pick the line that matches yours.
- Apartment potluckTom Polo Grey, Alec Jogger, no layer. You are indoors and close to the oven.
- Backyard fire pitPolo plus the Kevin Vest or Alec Quarter Zip. Add the Ryder Hat if you are outside before dark.
- Football on the TVPolo, joggers, and the Hayden Hoodie in Beige over the top. You will be on a couch for four hours.
- Dressy hostTom Polo Navy with the vest and navy joggers. Same comfort, closer to a real dinner.
Two outfits you can buy in one click
Both kits ship in size Medium and open straight to checkout. Need another size? Use the size pickers above and add pieces one at a time.
Looking for her version of this night? We wrote what to wear to Friendsgiving for women too. If your Friendsgiving falls on the same weekend as dinner with family, what to wear to Thanksgiving dinner in Arizona covers that night.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a guy wear to Friendsgiving?
Wear a clean polo, dark joggers or dark pants, and one layer you can take off. A polo has a collar, so it looks planned, and it stretches, so a second plate does not cost you comfort.
Can I wear joggers to Friendsgiving?
Yes, if they are dark, clean and tapered. Pair them with a polo or quarter zip, not a hoodie and a tee, and the outfit reads casual on purpose instead of casual by accident.
Is a polo too dressy for Friendsgiving?
No. Friendsgiving is a potluck, not a wedding. A polo sits between a tee and a button-down, which is exactly where most friend dinners land.
What color polo is safest for Friendsgiving?
Grey and navy. Both hide a drip, and both look right next to dark joggers. White is a risk around gravy.
What should I wear if Friendsgiving is outside in Arizona?
Bring a layer. Late November evenings in the Valley often drop into the 50s once the sun goes down, so a vest or quarter zip over the polo keeps you comfortable at the fire pit.
