Fashion & Shopping

Film Vs. Reality: How Fashions Compare

January 18, 2018

Online casinos are becoming increasingly popular, which is why many people are choosing to seek this thrill in a land-based casino, too. However, even though you may sit at home playing bingo in your pyjamas, the fashion in a casino is considerably different. That said, it’s important not to be put off by the stereotypical "strict dress codes" many casinos are thought to have. Many don’t require the over-the-top, glamorous style you may have seen in films.

little black dress

So how do you achieve the right look for a casino without looking like you’ve just walked out of a Hollywood blockbuster? Below, we’ll explain how reality is different from films and how you can stick to a casino’s regulations while still achieving a look you’re comfortable with.

how casinos are portrayed in films. Casino has to be one of the most famous (and best) casino films of all time. Mob culture is given a makeover to provide viewers with an ultra-glamorous insight into the gambling world of the 1970s which seems completely different to nowadays as many are taking digital approach.

However, it’s Ginger McKenna (played by Sharon Stone) who steals the show. With a wardrobe created by industry-leading costume designer, Rita Ryack, Ginger is seen wearing 30 different costumes throughout the film—which is only 178 minutes long!

From luxurious furs to sequined dresses and go-go boots, there wasn’t much Ginger didn’t wear. However, when it comes to visiting a casino in real life, you don’t need to hire a fashion designer or undergo a variety of different costume changes to achieve the ultimate look.

how to dress for a casino. Even though you will find extraordinary outfits in some of the world’s most famous casinos—e.g., the Bellagio, this isn’t a requirement for most high-street casinos. Instead, women are given free rein to wear what they like, so long as it’s in keeping with the dress code the casino stipulates. Therefore, you could opt for a smart but unique cocktail dress or stick with the age-old favourite—the Little Black Dress. Equally, you’d fit in just as well in a maxi dress or trouser suit.

Even though dressier styles are often the outfits of choice, this doesn’t require high-end labels or ultra-expensive diamond jewelry. Rather, it’s all about exuding a style you’re comfortable with.

So, the most important thing to remember when you’re going on a night out to a casino is to avoid taking fashion advice from film stars and create an outfit from your wardrobe that you’re happy with. Nevertheless, don’t forget to check out what dress code the casino has so you can be sure your outfit meets their guidelines. Don’t worry, though, they’re hardly ever as pedantic and fussy as you may have been led to believe!

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