What to Wear to KitKat Club in Berlin

Drag Artist and Performer Harpy Fatale wears tHERAPY Recycle and Exorcise

 “What should I wear to KitKat Club?” 

On oury shifts at RARE and REUSE stores in Berlin, where we currently sell our collections and run the shops ourselves, we hear this question all the time.

To make it easy for visitors, we’ve put together a practical guide to help you prepare for one of Berlin’s most iconic nightlife experiences—without breaking the bank, and with a focus on creative and playful sustainable fashion, but also fetish and kinky fashion.

Dress Code for KitKat Club: Be Creative, Not Expensive

You don’t need a full latex wardrobe to enter KitKat Club. The key is imagination, daring, and respect for the club’s vibe. Think:

• Lingerie, fetish wear, leather, harnesses

• Mesh, fishnets, metallics, bold accessories

• DIY/upcycled pieces for a unique touch

  
  

Pro tip: Wear “normal” clothes on top and leave them at the coat check for a few bucks—cheap and practical.

Where to Shop in Berlin

Sustainable & Alternative Fashion:

• RARE Berlin (Therapy Recycle & Exorcise + Fade Out Label are the two brands in the collective that offer outfits for these occasions): Upcycled, one-of-a-kind pieces from independent designers.

• Pink Cadillac: Vintage, second-hand, and playful party looks.

• Coexist: Alternative, edgy fashion for raves and fetish nights.

• Syld Store: Curated boutique with statement pieces perfect for creative outfits, also underwear.

• Showmoooon – Un espacio creativo y experimental en Berlín, justo en frente a Pink Cadillac conocido, con enfoque en la moda alternativa y de vanguardia. Su selección de diseñadores locales destaca su compromiso con la moda inclusiva y experimental. Es ideal para quienes buscan piezas únicas y atrevidas.

• Vintage & Second-Hand Shops: Humana, RE-Sales and neighborhood thrift stores for lingerie, leather jackets, funky boots, and accessories.

Fetish & Kinky Wear:

• POLE, The Code, Boxers, Mister B: Dedicated boutiques for latex, leather, harnesses, and other bold pieces. Here you will specific kinky and fetish pieces, not mainly focused on sustainability, but perfect for a daring look.

• You can also visit Sex-shops. Some nice ones are: Schwarzer Reiter – Mitte. Stylish, high-end shop with a selection of luxury erotic fashion and accessories, from latex dresses to glass toys.

  Gorgeous – Prenzlauer Berg. Other Nature – Kreuzberg. A Berlin-style alternative sex shop: queer, vegan, eco-conscious, and feminist. Hautnah Berlin – Charlottenburg. Three floors of extravagant fetish and erotic wear in latex, leather, and lacquer. Perfect for finding bold outfits for KitKat Klub or Insomnia, with a unique wine cellar feature, Marquis de Sade.

Best Areas for Shopping

• Friedrichshain: Alternative boutiques and second-hand stores near nightlife spots.

• Kreuzberg: Vintage stores, experimental fashion, and independent designers (including RARE Berlin).

• Prenzlauer Berg & Neukölln: Humana megastores and smaller vintage shops for hidden treasures.

• Schöneberg: Berlin’s historic queer district. Discover fetish shops, leather stores, and LGBTQ+-friendly boutiques around Motzstraße/Nollendorfplatz.

Other Clubs with a Sex-Positive Vibe

• Sisyphos, Schwuz, Lab.oratory: Each club has its own vibe and dress expectations. Creativity and openness are always welcome.

Sex positive and kinky markets

In some weekends of the year, specially in the summer, around kinky and LGBTQI+ events and before Christmas, Berlin has various sex-positive markets. Check their dates to see if they happen when you are in the city. Some are Kinky Fair, the Kinky Xmas Market, and the That Gay Creation Market. These events offer a unique opportunity to explore alternative fashion, accessories, and art in a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere. They're perfect for discovering one-of-a-kind pieces and connecting with Berlin's creative community.

HOW TO - Quick Guide for Berlin Visitors & Tourists

Before You Go:

• Check the party theme online.

• Prepare your outfit—even a few accessories help.

What to Wear:

• Fetish-inspired: lingerie, harnesses, leather, latex, fishnets.

• DIY/upcycled: mix vintage or second-hand pieces.

• Avoid: jeans, hoodies, or everyday clothes.

How to Get In:

• Be confident and friendly at the door.

• Show effort with your outfit.

• Creativity counts more than brands or money.

Inside the Club:

• Drop street clothes at coat check.

• Respect boundaries and the space.

• Enjoy freedom and expression.

When to Go:

• Weekends are busy.

• Special events like Folsom or CSD draw big crowds—expect lines.