A men's Hawaiian fancy dress outfit comes down to one bold floral shirt, shorts and flip-flops, then a flower lei and a few props to finish it. Pull those pieces together and you are luau ready in about five minutes, whether you are off to a beach party, a stag do or a summer barbecue.
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How to get the look: start with the loudest Hawaiian shirt you can find, add plain shorts and sandals, then layer on a lei, sunglasses and a straw hat to sell the tropical theme.
Hawaiian shirts
Classic floral Hawaiian shirt
The shirt does most of the work, so go bright and busy. This classic floral cut reads Hawaiian on sight and dresses straight back to plain shorts.
Blue flamingo Hawaiian shirt
If you want a bit of fun in the print, a blue flamingo aloha shirt keeps the tropical feel and stands out in photos. Regular fit, so it suits most builds.
Pair either shirt with plain knee-length shorts in a solid colour and a pair of flip-flops or canvas sandals. Leave the top two buttons open and you are done.
Leis and accessories
Hawaiian accessory set
The small extras sell the theme. This kit gives you the crown, novelty glasses and a flower necklace in one go, so you are not hunting down each piece.
Add a straw trilby or boater and a pair of mirrored sunglasses, then carry an inflatable prop such as a flamingo or a beach ball for the photos.
The full hula and luau look
Polynesian leaf costume
For a full hula or luau character rather than a shirt, this men's Polynesian leaf outfit goes the whole way with a layered leaf skirt and headpiece.
Make it a group look
Hawaiian shirt and shorts set
A whole group in matching aloha prints beats a single costume. This two-piece shirt and shorts set is the quickest way to kit out the crew in one buy.
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Frequently asked questions
What do you wear for Hawaiian fancy dress as a man?
A bright floral Hawaiian shirt, plain knee-length shorts and flip-flops are the base. Add a flower lei, sunglasses and a straw hat, then carry an inflatable prop for the photos.
What is the difference between a luau and a hula costume?
A luau outfit is the party look: a loud aloha shirt, shorts and a lei. A hula costume goes further with a leaf or grass skirt and a headpiece, which suits a stage or character act rather than a casual party.
Where can I get a men's Hawaiian outfit in a hurry?
Start with the shirt, since it carries the look on its own, then add a lei and sunglasses you may already own. An accessory set covers the small extras in a single buy if you are short on time.
Can you do Hawaiian fancy dress as a group?
Yes. A group in matching aloha shirts or a coordinated shirt and shorts set looks stronger than a single costume, and it keeps the whole crew on theme for stag dos and summer parties.
What shoes go with a Hawaiian costume?
Flip-flops or canvas sandals suit the beach theme best. Plain white trainers also work if the venue is indoors and you want something sturdier for dancing.
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