Deciding what to wear for a night out at a casino can be surprisingly stressful for first-time visitors.

There is no universal standard; the required outfit changes drastically from one country to another.

Dressing for Las Vegas and Atlantic City

If you are visiting a massive mega-resort in Las Vegas, the dress code is generally as relaxed as it gets.

As long as you are wearing a shirt and shoes, you will generally be welcomed to play the slot machines or table games.

• Daytime attire in Vegas is entirely focused on beating the intense desert heat
• Jeans and a clean t-shirt are perfectly acceptable at 90% of American gaming tables
• Graphic tees with highly offensive language might occasionally get you flagged by security

Strict Dress Codes in Europe

If you attempt to walk into the Casino de Monte-Carlo wearing shorts, you will be swiftly denied entry.

Many traditional European venues require men to wear a tailored jacket and, in some exclusive rooms, a tie.

A quick Google search regarding the venue’s entry policy will save you the embarrassment of being turned away.