How to Dress for a Margaritaville Party

When it's time to crank up the Jimmy Buffett and head on down to Margaritaville, you need to be dressed for the occasion. After all, part of being a loyal parrothead is wearing the proper---and properly casual---attire. Pulling off the ideal beach bum look is easy. Just remember that comfort and camp are key.

Things You'll Need

• Hawaiian shirt
• Board shorts
• Flip-flops
• Coconut bra
• Straw hat
• Grass skirt
• Other Hawaiian accessories

Instructions

1. Determine how over-the-top you want to appear. The dress code at a Margaritaville party is casual, so make yourself comfortable. You may just want to wear a Hawaiian shirt---the campier, the better. If you feel daring, you may want to go all out with a grass skirt and a straw hat.

2. Buy the outfit. Thrift stores are good sources for Hawaiian shirts, particularly ones that might otherwise be considered tacky. For more outrageous items, like a faux-coconut bras, consult either a local or an online costume retailer.

3. Accessorize the outfit. Look to other parrotheads for inspiration, or shop for Hawaiian costume accessories like colorful leis, straw hats or even a small stuffed parrot to sit on your shoulder. Remember that tackiness is no concern.

Tips & Warnings

• Keep in mind the time and location of the Margaritaville party. Though unlikely, if it is a work-related function, you may want to opt for a lower-key outfit.

References

• Margaritaville photos

Resources

• Parrothead Connection