What to Wear to La Scala’s Opening Night
With Just the Right Amount of Drama
Let’s set the scene: Milan in December. The city sparkles, the violins tune, the fashion stakes rise—and Teatro alla Scala prepares to open its season with a bang. You’ve got the golden ticket to the Prima, one of Italy’s most prestigious cultural events. The only question is: What on earth are you going to wear?
Spoiler: Not a regular suit.
Black Tie at La Scala: The Dress Code (and the Dream)
First things first: this is black tie territory. We’re talking tuxedo—midnight blue or classic black—paired with the three essentials no gentleman should arrive without:
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a silk bow tie,
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a cummerbund,
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and button-only suspenders (yes, clip-ons are a crime tonight).
Lucky for you, we’ve made it easy with our Black Tie Sets—elegant trios handcrafted in Como silk, designed to make you look like you know exactly what you’re doing (even if you DM’d us in a panic the night before).
Not sure how to style it all? Don’t worry. We’ve got two blog articles ready to guide you: "The Complete Guide to the Black-Tie Dress Code"
Add a Pocket Square. Then Make It Personal.
The tux may be classic, but the pocket square is where the magic happens. A crisp white silk square is a timeless option—but tonight, don’t be afraid to bend the rules. A bold, colorful border or patterned design can work beautifully, especially if it subtly echoes your companion’s gown. Romance? Check. Style? Double check.
Above:Wild Strawberry Barolo Silk Pocket Square, Mediterranean Golden Yellow Silk Pocket Square, Bucaneve Silk pocket Square.
And if you're attending solo, even better—you get to steal the spotlight.
Don’t Sleep on the Socks (Yes, Really)
We’ve seen it happen too many times: impeccable tux, perfect bow tie… and cotton socks that scream "I forgot."
Let’s not.
Instead, slip into our black silk socks, the unsung heroes of elegant dressing. Breathable, soft, and perfectly refined, they complete your formal look without stealing focus. Think of them as the whispered aria that holds the entire opera together.
Above: Navy Blue Velvet Bow Tie & White Pocket Square & Navy Socks Set
Scarves for the Stage (Or Just the Street Outside)
December nights in Milan call for a little extra flair. Our evening scarves are designed exactly for this moment. Choose a white fringed silk scarf for full old-Hollywood drama, or go for black silk with micro-dots if subtle elegance is more your mood. Drape it over your tuxedo jacket and arrive with that effortless, “yes, I do belong here” attitude
Above:White Diamonds Pattern Silk Scarf, Black Silk Scarf With Small White Dots
Enter: The Opera Collection
For true opera fans—and we know you’re out there—we created the Opera Collection: a line of pocket squares, scarves, and ties inspired by iconic masterpieces like Nabucco, Madama Butterfly, Aida, and more. It’s art you can wear. A love letter to passion, precision, and that heart-thumping moment when the curtain rises.
Emergency? We’ve Got You.
Running late? About to walk out the door and realize you forgot your bow tie? Breathe.
If you're in Milan, we’ve got your back. With our express local delivery service, we can get a bow tie (or cummerbund, or pocket square…) to you within a couple of hours—straight to your hotel, office, or dressing room.
Just call or WhatsApp us directly at our number (yes, we answer fast), and we’ll make sure your black-tie emergency turns into a style triumph.
And if you’re outside Milan? No stress. Our shipping is fast, reliable, and we’ve solved plenty of last-minute crises before.
This Year’s Headliner: Bold, Beautiful, Unapologetic
The 2025/26 season opens with Lady Macbeth of Mtsensk by Dmitrij Šostakovič—a chilling, powerful work full of intensity and raw beauty. With Riccardo Chailly conducting and Vasily Barkhatov directing, it’s set to be unforgettable. So your look? It needs to be just as fearless.
Rich textures, daring details, impeccable silk—drama belongs in the box seats too, after all.
Real Clients. Real Style Wins.
Let’s just say: we've seen things. One client had no idea how to style his bold green checked dinner jacket. One message to us later? He was red-carpet-ready in a burgundy silk bow tie and matching pocket square that brought out his jacket's tones and turned heads at the intermission.
Above: Burgundy Pre-Tied Silk Moire Butterfly Bow Tie, Rhubarb Franciacorta Pocket Square
Another gentleman wanted to complement his wife’s emerald gown without overdoing it. We custom-crafted a white pocket square with a green silk border. The result? Subtle, stylish synergy—and a couple that looked like a Vogue feature waiting to happen.
Curtain Call
Whether it’s your first time at La Scala or you’ve been before, the feeling never gets old. The lights. The sound. The style. And now, your outfit’s part of that magic too.
If you need help, a second opinion, or even something custom-made, we’re just a message away. Because at Serà Fine Silk, we dress moments—not just people.
