A Chippendales dancer is a male entertainer who performs in a choreographed dance routine wearing a bow tie, collar, and cuffs. They are best known for their performances at bachelorette parties and other events. The term 'Chippendales' is derived from the name of an 18th-century English furniture designer, Thomas Chippendale. The dancers are typically muscular and physically fit, and they often wear costumes that accentuate their physiques.