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Choosing
the right Tuxedo Store for your Wedding
With the multitude
of decisions that go into the making of a successful wedding,
it is not surprising that tuxedos often get relegated to second
class status. Making the correct choice of a formalwear
supplier for your wedding can go a long way toward reducing the
stress of what should be the happiest day of your life. Here
are some guidelines for choosing the right one.
First, talk
to your friends. If one of them was recently married, their
experience, positive or negative is useful information. If
they had a good experience, using them as a reference will go
a long way toward insuring you will make a good choice.
Second, choose
a company with convenient locations. Proximity to the event
will allow the company to deal with any last minute emergencies
that might arise. The single store operation, while close
to home, may in fact not be the best choice.
Third, look
for a company that owns their inventory and does their own alterations. This
will allow them to service the needs of any late arriving members
of your wedding party and have them looking their best. A
Father of the Bride coming from out of town does not want to
be told that the replacement garment he needs will arrive two
hours after the ceremony.
Fourth, consider
the breadth of selection being offered. For this most special
of occasions you should be able to create a look with which you
are comfortable. We live in a time where there is great
freedom as to what may be worn for weddings. Your outfit should
reflect your image and not some preconceived notion on the part
of the tuxedo salesman. With the multitude of coat styles, vest
styles, and other accessory options, you don’t have to
settle for an ensemble with which you are uncomfortable.
Fifth, be sure
the company can accommodate your schedule. Often companies
have very rigid policies as to the pick up and return of their
tuxedos. You should not have to pick up the day before the event
and return the day after. Even in the busiest of times the
store you choose should have a minimum of a five-day rental to
accommodate your schedule.
Sixth, be certain
that the company has a tried and true system for dealing with
members of your party who are coming from great distances. This
is always a source of stress for both the customer and the supplier. To
avoid any problems, you want to be certain that those coming
from out of town have sent accurate measurements well in advance
of your wedding. Four to six weeks is a reasonable time
frame for the adult members of your party. The exception
to this rule would be any small children participating as a ring
bearer or junior usher. Measuring them much before three
weeks prior to the wedding may not be reliable as they grow so
fast.
Seventh and most importantly, work with a salesman and a company with which
you feel comfortable. You should work with someone who is genuinely
interested in helping you realize what you have pictured in your mind. They
should be experienced in dealing with weddings and not just with high school
proms. They should be attentive to your wishes and knowledgeable enough
to guide you to an outfit, which is elegant, befitting the occasion, and
makes the groom feel like a million bucks!
In conclusion,
the formalwear component of your wedding plans should be the
least stressful decisions you have to make. If you pay attention
to some of the issues I have suggested, find someone with whom
you are comfortable, communicate your requirements clearly, and
you will have a beautiful wedding with a minimum of hassle.
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