Action Concerts: All about layers and comfort

Shows where you plan on moving a little and being on your feet all night fall under this category. Anything from rock to dance involve some kind of movement and lots of people. I find that women should wear skinny jeans or tights and leggings to keep their legs warm. The tighter, the better. This keeps the cold air from consuming your clothing and keeps your legs warm. I find that boots or flat shoes paired with thick socks keep your feet from hurting too. There's nothing I can't stand more than seeing a girl in high heels at a rock show, they either fall or step on someone's toe and look embarrassing while doing it. Please, leave those at home for dinner parties. If you want to keep extra warm, boots and skinny jeans always work. Make sure the shoes you have are waterproof, or bring an extra pair of socks. Always remember this: Dry equals warmth and comfort. Pair those jeans up with a lighter short sleeve shirt or tank top and a sweater if you get extra cold. You can also wear a dress with a cardigan. I like wearing a very light hoodie with a light tank top underneath or a flannel top with a v-neck so that I won't get too warm with all the bodies surrounding me. I think that wearing your favorite jacket that isn't wool or tweed is great. You don't want it to keep you so warm you're sweating. Also, if it's breathable even better. Make sure it is water repelling for the snow/rain. This will keep you dry and keep your back breathing. I've found that Gore-Tex and Polartec is the best made stuff out there.

For men, wear your favorite pair of pants that keep you the warmest. Don't wear long-johns though. You'll sweat from head to toe. Most men I've seen wear a hoodie, light cotton shirt, or flannel to keep themselves slightly warm. Beanies are always a plus. Top that off with a jacket or scarf. It's all about layers guys. If you don't mind sacrificing holding that jacket all night, then you're good. I've met guys that bought an extra sweater at the show because they didn't want to bring their giant jackets before. They say it's promoting the band and keeping me warm for the rest of my night. If you're into that, then there's another option. 

Sitting Shows: The best kind of luxury

These shows involve a booth, seat, or anything of the sort. 

Women: Let's say you're going to the opera or such, you'll want to dress nice. I usually wear tights with socks and my nice boots. I like the boots I have because they keep me warm outside and also keep me comfortable inside. You can always wear a dress with heels as well. The tights keep your legs from being exposed and keeps them warmer than if you didn't have anything on them. I pair this dress up with my favorite pea coat and scarf. My pea coat has a hood on it for rainy winter weather and it also keeps my hair from getting messed up in the winter wind - double win. If your coat doesn't have a hood, then an umbrella works great. Umbrellas are really for tourists, but if that's your only option, I'd take it. I have my favorite pair of gloves to go with that and I'm set. I make sure I take a purse that's big enough to fit my scarf and gloves in once I get inside. 

I've seen men wear anything from nice pants and a v-neck with a tuxedo top to a full blown three piece suit. In all honesty, it's easy to get jealous about how simple it is for men to keep warm and look fashionable at the same time. They can take off the jacket/tuxedo top at the show and be completely comfortable. Also, I know a few men to wear scarves as they look ridiculous with a beanie on while wearing a tuxedo top. All in all, wearing anything that will keep you warm outside and also doesn't make you warm inside is perfect. Keep in mind that your jackets will get checked in (most likely) at the door, so you don't even have to carry them to your seats. Fine luxury if you ask me.

This should keep everyone warm and comfortable. If you still aren't sure what to wear, Emerald Closet of Seattle is a great place to read and look for fashion tips. They keep you fashionable with the function, and keep Seattle looking good.