Guide to Tuxes

 

Wedding Tuxes

Wedding tuxes One of the most classic and stylish attires, wedding tuxes are a great way to make your big day even more special. Unfortunately, most people remain unaware of the various aspects of choosing the perfect tuxedo for their wedding.

Listed below are certain tips for picking great wedding tuxes without regretting it later.

1. Wedding tuxes are best for formal weddings. For semi-formal weddings, a dark suit is more suitable attire.
2. Etiquette suggests that tuxedos must be worn after 6 pm only. If you think the wedding will continue into the evening, it is appropriate to wear a tuxedo in the daytime.
3. To create a dashing look, you can match a white dinner jacket with black tuxedo pants. This way, you can dress up for a formal summer wedding but make sure that you don’t look like staff.
4. In every season, the classic black wedding tuxes look smart. It is a much safer shade as compared to navy blue, which is rarely worn.
5. Considering the shapes of wedding tuxes, you can choose from a variety of jackets. The single breasted jacket is available in one, two or three buttons. The open area of the jacket will be as little or large as the number of buttons. If you are short in height, this trick can be used to elongate your appearance. A good choice for majority of the men is the two or three button jacket. While buttoning up, remember to button the middle button or top one but not the bottom one.
6. The double breasted version of wedding tuxes is also very popular. Slim men who want to look broader can wear such wedding attire but they must not forget to keep it buttoned up. At present, this style is not in fashion and you may appear outdated in it.
7. Other details that need to be kept in mind while choosing wedding tuxes is the collar shape, type of tie, vest and stripe. Collar shapes can be divided into three basic shapes, namely peak lapels, shawl collars and notched lapels. Commonly, wedding tuxes have notched lapels. On the other hand, a peak label runs wider while a shawl collar runs round.
8. When you are all set with the tuxedo, its time to add a few accessories to complete the look. For a classic style, choose a bow tie and a cummerbund but a modern look can be attained with a best and straight tie. No matter what accessories you choose, always wear a pleated or flat front shirt rather than a ruffled one.
9. After completing the ensemble, you must ensure that you are looking classy and sophisticated. Remember that the small details make all the difference. Use cufflinks and shirt studs to add glamour to your look. It is equally important to wear the right dress shoes and socks. If you want a pair of cufflinks that goes with all tuxedos and not just wedding tuxes, choose a monogrammed style.

With all the details in place, you are sure to look worth a million dollars in your wedding tux.