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October 17, 2024

What To Wear: 45 Mardi Gras Outfits, Ideas & Attire for Men

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If you are heading to Mardi Gras in New Orleans this year, or throwing a Mardi Gras party of your own, great Mardi Gras outfits are a must! You can be over the top and still comfortable as you celebrate all day, for the weekend, or all the way up to Fat Tuesday!

This post will have all the Mardi Gras Outfits, Ideas & Attire for men to look super sharp, festive and comfortable as you are having a great time all Mardi Gras season long!

Perfect outfit pieces for all your Mardi Gras festivities!

It’s carnival season! This list is all about the best Mardi Gras Outfits, Ideas & Attire for men, because men want to look the part, and be comfortable too! These are some great outfit ideas to spend the day at the parades or under the glittering lights of New Orleans.

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We LOVE Mardi Gras, and have an entire section of the Blog dedicated to it!

Pace yourself! Drink water! Wear comfortable shoes! Eat some king cake! Check out our full guide to Mardi Gras in New Orleans to give you all the helpful tips and tricks so you make it to Ash Wednesday.

These looks are for the fellas! This Mardi Gras attire will take you from a masquerade ball to a Mardi Gras themed party. Ladies! We haven’t forgotten about you! If you are looking for Mardi Gras boutique outfits, check out our post with 18 of our favorites. We also have some dressy and casual Mardi Gras outfits for women.

If you are inspired by the items posted but they are not quite right, head over to our storefront of Mardi Gras Essentials to look through all types of ideas for Mardi Gras outfits for women, men and kids!


What To Wear: 45 Mardi Gras Outfits, Ideas & Attire for Men – Casual Shirts & Pants

This is the casual section – if you’re hanging out in the French Quarter or heading to a street party, these will absolutely have you in the spirit of Mardi Gras as well as keep you comfortable.

WE DON’T HAVE ANY TSHIRTS ON THIS POST – BECAUSE WE HAVE AN ENTIRE POST DEDICATED JUST TO TSHIRTS. GO CHECK THAT POST OUT FOR LOTS OF MARDI GRAS TSHIRT IDEAS!


Mardi Gras is one of the times you don’t have to shy away from vibrant hues. Mardi Gras is your time to wear the traditional colors and make a bold statement if you want.

The only thing you must do is have fun, so wear whatever makes you feel like part of the celebration. We promise, nothing is too outrageous!

Mardi Gras Masks Shirt

Mardi Gras Masquerade Mode Men's Hawaiian Shirt | Tipsy Elves
Tipsy Elves

Traditional Mardi Gras Colors

Men's Novelty Golf Polo Short Sleeve Shirt
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Gators N Jazz

Funny Golf Shirts for Men Dry Fit, Tropical Hawaiian Golf Polo Shirt, Mens Golf Polos Golfing
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Subtle But Definitely Mardi Gras

Flyline Performance Polo - Neutral Ground Southern Marsh Collection
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Fleur De Lis Quarter Zip

Mardi Gras Carnival Pattern Casual Polo Shirts for Men Slim Fit Short Sleeve T-shirt Half Zip-up Golf Tees Tops
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Fleur De Lis Bowling Shirt

Men's Fleur de Lis Mardi Gras Hawaiian Bowling Shirt - Mardi Gras Button Down Shirt
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Bold Mardi Gras Button

Adult Unisex 3 Panel Long Sleeve - Mardi Gras Apparel
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Casual Button Up

Mardi Gras Men's Fishing Shirt Short Sleeves
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Mardi Gras Vintage Vibes

Fydude Men'S Mardi Gras Vintage Poster Print Short Sleeve Shirt
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Muted Tri Color Pullover

Taymeis Mardi Gras Crew Neck Sweatshirt for Mens Casual Stylish Fall Stand Collar Carnival Themed Color Block Parade Pullover Long Sleeve Button Down Thermal Shirts Light Purple XL
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Low Key Pullover

Perlis 1939 Mardi Gras Stripe 4 Button Snap Pullover
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Geometric Pattern in Mardi Gras colors

Tisholo Men's African Print Button-Up Shirt (Purple Diamond Adire) - C
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Cargo Pants

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Joggers

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Yellow Joggers

Bleecker and Mercer Men's Soft Brushed Inside Active Basic Lightweight Fleece Jogger Sweatpants
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Mardi Gras Mask Pants

Mens Sweatpants Lounge Pants Comfy Jogger Pants Lightweight Casual Trousers with Pocket
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Mardi Gras Bead Pants

Shinesty | Home of Ball Hammock Pouch Underwear
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Mardi Gras Purple

Purple Trousers With Free Multitool & Delivery | Bright Funky Golf Designs From Royal & Awesome
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Mardi Gras Green

Bakery Men's Golf Pants Stretch Lightweight Straight Relaxed Fit Flat Front Pants
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Mardi Gras Yellow

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Purple Harlequin

Lars Amadeus Argyle Pattern Pants for Men's Regular Fit Flat Front Party Prom Dress Trousers
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What To Wear: 45 Mardi Gras Outfits, Ideas & Attire for Men – Business Casual to Formal

Mardi Gras parties take the form of Mardi Gras Balls. They are one of the great Mardi Gras traditions!

If you are lucky enough to attend one, some of these more formal outfits will fit the bill.

If you are going to a special occasion with a Mardi Gras theme, these will work. They will also work for cruising down Canal Street during the annual Mardi Gras celebration. A little something for everything!

Mardi Gras Colors Silk Shirt

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Mardi Gras Plaid Button Down

Crawfish Mardi Gras Gingham Sport Shirt
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Elegant Silk Monocrome Paisley

COOFANDY Men's Silk Satin Dress Shirt Long Sleeve Floral Printed Shirt Paisley Button Down Shirts for Wedding Party Prom
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Floral Button Down

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Mardi Gras Green with Detail Collar

COOFANDY Mens Dress Shirt Long Sleeve Casual Button Down Paisley Shirts Party Wedding Dress Shirt
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Mardi Gras Purple Suit

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Green Sequin Jacket

Green Sequin All Over Blazer with Tie: Men's Christmas Outfits | Tipsy Elves
Tipsy Elves

Purple Blazer

Purple Mini Houndstooth Sport Coat TailorByrd
Tailorbyrd

Mardi Gras Mask Vest & Bow Tie

2-Piece Men's Party Suit Vest, Waistcoat Vest & Bow Tie S-3XL
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Mardi Gras Tuxedo Black & Gold

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Gold Mardi Gras Suit

Cloudstyle Mens 2 Piece Paisley Dress Suit One Button Party Wedding Blazer Pants Sets
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Purple Mardi Gras Tuxedo

Black and Purple Tuxedo Jacket | Gentleman's Guru
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What To Wear: 45 Mardi Gras Outfits, Ideas & Attire for Men – Accessories

Suspenders

Mardi Gras Diamond Suspender
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Fedora

Skeleteen Mardi Gras Fedora Hat - Plaid Purple Mardi Gras Costume Accessories Headwear for French Parade and Party for Men Women and Children
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Socks

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Tie

Zazzle
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What To Wear: 31 Mardi Gras Outfits, Ideas & Attire for Men – Shoes & Footwear

Last but certainly not least is the footwear. If you are going to the balls, the more formal loafers and shoes are perfect. We don’t really recommend those if you are going to be in New Orleans! Wearing comfortable shoes is key, and wear shoes you don’t mind getting dirty!

Mardi Gras Sneaker

Happy Mardi Gras Louisiana Shoes Sneakers Black Size 3.5
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Hightop Wave

Mardi Gras Wave Pattern Print High Top Leather Sneakers GearFrost
GearFrost

Green Adidas Sneakers

Adidas VL Court 3.0 Shoes
Adidas

Yellow Saucony Sneakers

Unisex Saucony Originals Jazz 81 | Zappos.com
Zappos

Mardi Gras Slip On Sneakers

"The Mummers" Mens Slip-on Canvas Shoes | Phillygoat
Phillygoat

Purple Dr. Martens

1461 Smooth Leather Oxford Shoes in Rich Purple | Dr. Martens
Dr Martens

Green Loafers

Shoes: Women's, Men's & Kids Shoes from Top Brands | DSW
DSW

Purple Suede Wingtips

Mens Vegan Suede Wedding & Prom Wingtip Lace Up Dress Shoe in Purple SignatureMenswear
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What To Wear: 45 Mardi Gras Outfits, Ideas & Attire for Men

We hope this post with Mardi Gras outfits, ideas & attire for men has been helpful!

Don’t forget to check out our Mardi Gras section with posts on Mardi Gras tips, lots of ideas for Mardi Gras outfits, and even posts on a Mardi Gras journal!

WE DON’T HAVE ANY TSHIRTS ON THIS POST – BECAUSE WE HAVE AN ENTIRE POST DEDICATED JUST TO TSHIRTS. GO CHECK THAT POST OUT FOR LOTS OF MARDI GRAS TSHIRT IDEAS!

You can also find all of the listed items and more in our storefront, so check that out for some great ideas for Mardi Gras.

Don’t forget to subscribe to the Slowestuff newsletter for year-round content! We love to talk about seasonal topics, and keep an ongoing discussion about books and scrapbooking all year long!

Let’s be friends on Youtube & TikTok!

Happy Mardi Gras, and Laissez les bon temps rouler!!

Slowestuff

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