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Thanksgiving is the one day of the year when you’ll sit at a table for three hours, get photographed by at least two relatives and probably end up in the backyard throwing a football.
Your outfit has to handle all of it.
Too dressy, and you’re uncomfortable after the second plate. Too casual, and you’re the guy in the hoodie in every family photo for the next ten years.
The sweet spot? Smart, relaxed fall layers with a little stretch.
These 25 men’s outfits hit that sweet spot. Each comes with where it works best and a color tip to keep it feeling seasonal.
Hosting or meeting the in-laws? Number 3 is your safest bet. Playing in the Turkey Bowl? Number 18 is made for it.
The Thanksgiving outfit rules
Pick pants with a little stretch. You’ll thank yourself after pie.
Layer. Kitchens get hot, backyards get cold.
Choose warm colors. Rust, olive, brown, burgundy and cream photograph beautifully in fall light.
Clean shoes. It’s a holiday. Make the effort.
1. Leather jacket over a hoodie
Wear it to: a casual family gathering or a Friendsgiving.
Color tip: a brown leather jacket over a gray or cream hoodie keeps it warm-toned.
A rugged, relaxed combo with dark jeans and boots.
2. Plaid overshirt and straight-leg jeans
Wear it to: an indoor family dinner.
Color tip: go for red, brown or green plaid.
Wear it open over a tee, and you’re comfortable and seasonal.
3. Cashmere crewneck and dress pants
Here’s the safe bet for meeting the in-laws or hosting.
A soft cashmere crewneck with tailored pants looks polished without being stiff.
Wear it to: a formal dinner or someone else’s home for the first time.
Color tip: camel or oatmeal sweater with charcoal pants.
4. Quilted vest over a long-sleeve shirt
Wear it to: an outdoor gathering or a morning walk.
Color tip: an olive or navy vest over a cream shirt.
Warm core, free arms. Perfect for helping in the kitchen.
5. Cable-knit sweater and chinos
Wear it to: the classic Thanksgiving dinner.
Color tip: cream sweater with khaki or olive chinos.
It’s cozy, traditional and always looks good in photos.
6. Flannel over a neutral tee
Wear it to: a casual dinner or the football game.
Color tip: burgundy or mustard flannel.
Roll the sleeves and add boots or sneakers.
7. Wool blazer and slim jeans
Wear it to: a dressy dinner that still feels relaxed.
Color tip: a brown or tweed blazer.
The jeans keep it from looking too serious.
8. Chunky turtleneck and corduroys
Wear it to: a cozy family gathering.
Color tip: a cream turtleneck with brown cords.
Pure fall texture.
9. Henley and dark denim
Wear it to: a laid-back Friendsgiving.
Color tip: rust or forest green henley.
Simple, comfortable and easy to move in.
10. Cardigan over a button-down
Wear it to: dinner with the grandparents.
Color tip: a brown or olive cardigan over a light blue shirt.
Classy and cozy at the same time.
11. Striped sweater vest and pants
Wear it to: Thanksgiving brunch.
Color tip: neutral stripes over a white shirt.
Preppy and a little retro.
12. Olive utility jacket and chinos
Wear it to: an outdoor event or a drive to the family farm.
Color tip: olive jacket, khaki chinos, white tee.
Practical and sharp.
Halfway there. Number 18 is coming up for the Turkey Bowl crowd.
13. Denim jacket over flannel
Wear it to: a relaxed family walk.
Color tip: a light denim jacket over a red flannel.
A classic American fall look.
14. Merino sweater and slim pants
Wear it to: a nice restaurant dinner.
Color tip: burgundy or bottle green merino.
Lightweight, warm and polished.
15. Blazer, turtleneck and jeans
Wear it to: family photos.
Color tip: a black turtleneck under a camel blazer.
Semi-formal and very sharp.
16. Corduroy shirt jacket and jeans
Wear it to: a casual gathering.
Color tip: tan or brown cord.
Vintage-inspired and warm.
17. Peacoat over a sweater and chinos
Wear it to: a cold evening dinner.
Color tip: a navy peacoat over a gray sweater.
Timeless and dashing.
18. Knit hoodie and tailored joggers
Here’s the Turkey Bowl outfit.
A soft knit hoodie with tapered joggers looks put-together enough for dinner and moves well enough for the backyard game.
Wear it to: a casual Thanksgiving with a game after.
Color tip: all heather gray or all olive.
19. Sweater under a sport coat
Wear it to: a dressy dinner.
Color tip: an earthy sweater under a tweed coat.
Classy and warm.
20. Suede bomber and dark jeans
Wear it to: Friendsgiving or an evening out.
Color tip: a tan or chocolate suede bomber.
Luxe and relaxed.
21. Striped crewneck and chinos
Wear it to: a family lunch.
Color tip: navy and cream stripes.
Easy and cheerful.
22. Quilted shirt jacket
Wear it to: outdoor walks and relaxed dinners.
Color tip: olive or navy.
Warm, textured and practical.
23. Lightweight parka over a sweater
Wear it to: a chilly outdoor gathering.
Color tip: a khaki parka over a cream knit.
Great for father and son matching, too.
24. Mock-neck sweater and wool pants
Wear it to: a formal dinner.
Color tip: a charcoal mock neck with black wool pants.
Sleek and modern.
25. Thermal tee and slim jeans
Wear it to: a casual Thanksgiving at home.
Color tip: a waffle-knit thermal in oatmeal or brown.
Add an overshirt if it gets cold.
Frequently asked questions
What should a man wear to Thanksgiving dinner?
A sweater and chinos, a flannel and jeans, or a blazer with a turtleneck all work, depending on how dressy your family is.
What colors are best for Thanksgiving?
Rust, olive, brown, burgundy, cream and navy.
What’s a comfortable Thanksgiving outfit for men?
Stretch chinos with a soft sweater, or a knit hoodie with tailored joggers.
What should I wear to meet my partner’s family on Thanksgiving?
A cashmere or merino sweater with tailored pants and clean leather shoes.
Dress for the whole day
The best Thanksgiving outfit gets you through dinner, dessert, family photos and the backyard game.
Pick one that fits your family’s style and enjoy the day.
Want more? See these Thanksgiving outfit ideas for men with effortless style and these casual fall outfits for men.
Going as a couple? Try these photo-perfect Thanksgiving outfit ideas for couples.
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