For many of us starting out or returning back to uni, the drinking and clubbing scene is typically where you’ll find yourself when looking for a fun night out. To make the best of, if and when, that time arrives, here is the inside scoop on what┬áto wear to a pick of the most popular nights out during the week in Cardiff. So embrace the hair of the dog and get your dancing shoes on because we’ve got your dress code covered!┬á

GLAM Monday:

The infamous MTV Valleys hangout spot is the place to be on a Monday; if you can stand the smell and hack the mountain of stairs to reach each room and newly redeveloped, rooftop smoking area get yourself there.

DRESSCODE: Monday nights are renowned for being very casual so girls you will be pleased to know you can dance the night away until 4am in your flats, and match them with some jeans and a cute top. As for guys, a T-shirt, jeans and trainers are totally acceptable!

Bright Pink Barely There Sandal Heels, £45 from River Island

Revs Tuesday:

Tuesday is Cardiff UniversityÔÇÖs student night at Revolution bar, and is home to cheap drink deals and more cocktails than you can think of, accompanied by a mix of party tunes; classics; dance; electro and RnB, making it a popular night out for all.

DRESSCODE: As itÔÇÖs a student night, smart casual is the dress criterion, meaning turning up in sports trainers, hoods or baseball caps could get you refused entry. Girls get your glad rags on and work heels and a dress, whilst guys will mostly be found in relaxed shirts and smart shoes.

Layton Tassel Burgundy Leather Loafers, £120 from G.H Bass at Office

YOLO Wednesday:

Whether you know it as YOLO or The Lash, the Students Union is the standard Wednesday night go-to, despite the crowd of a cue and lack of air conditioning! With cheap drinks, and a mass of sport socials in a different form of fancy dress each week, it rarely fails at being a great night out.

DRESSCODE: Some version of ridiculous fancy dress, or casual clothes, usually matched with trainers. Pretty much anything goes!

Authentic CA Shoes, £57 from Vans

Walkabout Thursday:

A little taster of Australia within Cardiff, Walkabout bar offers extremely cheap drinks on its Thursday night student night, with celeb guests, dancers and performers making it a great night despite its super sticky floor!

DRESSCODE: Smart and casual both suit this bar so follow the trend your group of friends decide on for the night. Flats can work, however girls you may decide on heels for less contact with the sticky floor and avoid your show-stopping dance moves from becoming inhibited!

Boat Shoes in Leather, £40 from ASOS

Tiger Friday:

With 7 different themed party spaces, including an Ibiza inspired dance room and time warped 80ÔÇÖs room with a light up floor, Tiger Tiger still feels like an intimate, sophisticated club and is always a good night!

DRESSCODE: Keep it dressy when visiting Tiger. For girls a pretty dress or skirt and blouse combo matched with some killer heels ÔÇô it is a Friday after all! And guys: opt for a shirt, blazer and smart shoe mixture.

Lola Metallic Platform Sandals, £52 from Topshop

Pryzm Saturday:

Prepare yourself to get lost. Pryzm is a huge club, and laid out like a maze, or so it would seem after a few drinks. With 3 clubrooms, 5 bars and a VIP area, Pryzm is a popular, exclusive, luxury club with music for all tastes.

DRESSCODE: Another dressy club to visit over the weekend, perfect for a celebratory night, so dress to kill. Girls can go all out with a fancy stylish dress and heels ÔÇô although beware of the numerous staircases throughout the venue! And guys should again stick with a smart shirt, trousers and smart shoes.

Jade Snake Leather Poison Metal Detail Pointed Heel, £75 from Office

Soda Sunday:

To round up your Sunday Funday, Soda is a great place to go for a more intimate experience; to hang out with friends in a stylish, yet comfortable environment; with good music and great drinks!

DRESSCODE: Stick to smart casual, so pretty much wear whatever you are in the mood for. Girls: opt for a dress and heels, or jeans and pretty flats. And guys, either a shirt or tee will work with trainers or shoes. The choices are endless!

Adidas Superstar Supercolour trainers, £67 from Adidas