A Black Tux Rules Tuxedo Styles for Spring
BOSTON, MA, December 22, 2003 -
Brides and grooms may get overwhelmed by having to follow etiquette
rules when selecting formalwear for their weddings. Nowadays
choosing the right style of formalwear is being made even simpler.
The new rule: a black tux is perfect any time! Not to say the
formalwear industry is bagging all of the old rules, however,
the tuxedo and accessory selections seem to focus more on the
time of year you're getting married, rather than the time of
day. Cutaways and strollers with their striped trousers and
ascots or four-in-hand ties are still popular choices for formal
daytime weddings; and black full dress tails with a white pique
shirt, vest and bow tie are still the ultimate in "black
tie" for very formal evening weddings. But the truth is,
the black tuxedo worn year round or a white or ivory dinner
jacket for spring and summer weddings are always a good look,
day or night.
Stylishness is within your grasp! All you need to do is pick
a tuxedo style that is comfortable and flattering to your body
type. Add the shirt, accessories and shoes and you're good
to go. Here are some formalwear trends for spring that'll help
you make a style statement:
Black is still the favorite color choice for tuxedo jackets. "Two,
three and four-button, single-breasted notch jackets by designers
like Monsieur Givenchy and Claiborne continue to be popular
choices for weddings," said Bill Tzizik, CEO of Classic
Tuxedo INC. But for the groom who wants a tuxedo that looks
and feels like no other, the Matteo Maas tuxedo collection
is for him. This tuxedo is only available in Boston, Beverly
Hills, Italy, France, Germany, England, Canada and Australia.
It's made of a high grade, super 120 wool for a silky soft,
light- weight feel. Unlike the shiny satin found on tuxedo
jacket lapels and leg braid, the Matteo Maas has a material
called grosgrain, a silk like fabric with crosswise ribs. The
buttons are also covered in grosgrain for a luxurious look.
For spring and summer weddings, an alternative to the black
tuxedo is the dinner jacket. The After Six Ivory Postino single-breasted
shawl collar dinner jacket has a breezy feel and looks great
when paired with an ivory shirt, formal trousers that feature
a plain non-pleat flat front, black satin fullback vest and
traditional bow tie.
Bill Tzizik, CEO of Classic Tuxedo INC., said, "Non-pleated,
microfiber, laydown collar shirts from manufacturers like Tallia
Uomo are popular now because they feel incredibly like silk
and they don't wrinkle." And for the first time in over
15 years, the laydown collar shirt is being chosen over the
wing collar. Grey or off-white shirts have become a hip alternative
to white.
Backless vests and cummerbunds are out while high button, fullback
vests are in. A popular choice for spring is the Bellagio Vest
Collection by Mel Howard. It features subtle sharkskin fabric
with a barely noticed nailhead design in 13 colors, sure to
coordinate with any bridesmaid dress. The high button front
vest complements new neckwear styles.
The Windsor tie, a wide necktie worn in a loose bow is a popular
choice in neckwear right now and is available in a host of
colors and patterns. But back by popular demand is the epitome
of elegance, the bow tie. It looks great with an adjustable
band, looks even better when you tie it yourself, but please
don't clip it on!
One rule that never changes…you must wear patent leather
shoes with a tuxedo. Square toe lace-up styles are currently
in vogue and are a perfect finish to your formal wardrobe.
Cuff links and studs, pocket squares and hats are details that
never go out of style and are worn any time of day, any time
of year. Let your formalwear expert help you choose the details
to personalize your look.
Remember. Clothes really do make the man. With the understanding
of what's appropriate to wear and what styles are hot, it's
easy to put together a formal wedding look with flair to spare.
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