Men’s Wedding Attire, Part V
Some girls would say that there is nothing sexier than a man in a tuxedo. There is something very James Bond about it and for a wedding…a tuxedo is just about as good as it gets. We will be the first to admit that we don’t know a lot about choosing the right tuxedo for your look. We tend to stick to all things girly and pretty. But what we do know, is how to make that tuxedo really, really cool. Here are a few of our picks for Tuxedo’s, all at different price points…
Now the MOST cost effective approach to tuxes is through rentals. Men’s Wearhouse has a good selection, great prices and generally a helpful staff. There are a ton of other well known brands that cater to wedding attire but they all vary regionally in terms of quality. It’s best to get a personal recommendation from a friend or family member. If you can get the name of someone to help you within the store, even better. The problem with rental companies is that sometimes the quality is a bit off and more annoyingly, you have to return them pretty quickly which isn’t always possible when you’re throwing a destination wedding. But in terms of bang for your buck, this is definitely the way to go.
If you are thinking about purchasing a tux for your groom…here are a few favs!
First Row: The first, by Men’s Wearhouse is a total classic. Designed by Calvin Klein this tux is a total classic, bow tie an all. The price is $519.99 Next up, a gorgeous tux that we found for $495 at Nordstrom. Love the easy going style and the quality construction. And lastly, another Men’s Wearhouse find. It’s a single button tux, non-vented, 100% wool. It’s sexy, classic and yet the long tie makes it a bit more contemporary…all for $319.99
Second Row: Our next row is a little bit pricier but still not totally extravagant. All found at Nordstrom, these strike the perfect balance between cost and quality. Ideal for the groom who wants something that will last him a while while maintaining its timeless look and feel.
Third Row: These are all priced between $1,000-$2,000. And here’s what you get for a more expensive suit…quality. A tux that your hubby can wear over and over and over. Fit. Buying a high priced suit usually comes with a lovely tailor on site to make sure that it’s total perfection. Timelessness. These styles simply won’t go in and out of fashion. Tuxes by Brooks Brothers, Neiman Marcus and Brooks Brothers.
OK. So that’s a bare bones look at tuxedos. And I’m an old fashioned girl, so a classic tux is SO up my ally. But for all of you girls that need a little “something-something” to jazz up the look…it’s all in the details. Great cuff links, a fun bow tie, cool shoes, graphic pocket squares.
Bow ties from Brooks Brothers, Shoes from Zappos, Cuff links from Vera Bradley
Although some might think that messing with the classic tux is a big fashion don’t…I’m not in that camp. I’m of the thought that you should make your look work for YOU. It should reflect your own unique personality, your own unique style. And there is nothing wrong with a great pair of converse sneaks underneath a classic tux. It’s the perfect marriage of style and substance.
So there you have it ladies. TONS of great options for dressing your boys. Whatever approach you decide, remember that just like in choosing your wedding gown and bridesmaids dresses, your groomsmen attire should fit cohesively within the look and style of your wedding. Always start with your venue and let the space dictate your fashion picks.
And speaking of fashion…we have an incredible spread for you coming up next!
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Thanks for this--we are in a pitched battle with the MOTHERS over the tux. (My honey didn't want to wear one, but there is some serious pressure all of a sudden.) It helps to look at all the different ways it could go!
I can't wait to see my fiance in a classic tux!
Great point about the cuff links -- a french cuff can really take the look to the next level without necessarily spending a whole lot more. As a side note, my best friend had custom cuff links made for the groom and groomsmen at her wedding, and I did the same for my groom. HUGE HIT on both fronts. My wedding was smaller, so no real groom's party, but my guy was very touched by the gesture and loved the cuff links. I used part of our design motif that has special meaning for us, and he couldn't have been more pleased. I went through Clever Cufflinks, and they were fantastic. Excellent customer service and results (they even reimbursed me the difference when shipping costs were lower than what they had originally charged). Anyway - a great detail that can add meaning to your day!
The tuxes were great, but I was really disappointed not to see options for either classic tails or a morning suit. The first decision FI made about the wedding was to wear tails, and finding a good set was difficult. Turns out FI was picky about the lapel, but there are only so many options with tux rental.
Those tuxes look great. Men's Warehouse usually has a good selection. Also try K&G.
I would say that rather than try to "dress your boy", let him wear something that he feels comfortable in.
I thought this article was a little bit off the mark, but since you since you admit to some naivety in this area, I thought I would chime in. For starters, renting is FAR from cost effective. I was able to pick up my tuxedo on sale for $253.48 (Tommy Hilfiger notch lapel from Macy's). Rental price at The Men's Warehouse for my friend's upcoming wedding? $154.99. Now why do both? Well, because I want to make sure that mine will be close enough (the only difference from what I was shown at MW was that mine had side vents and theirs had none (admittedly, this is more traditional as far as a tuxedo goes). So I put a deposit down just to be safe.
Either way, buying + the cost of tailoring will get me something that I can wear many times and be completely confident in, instead of having some 22 year old kid haphazardly take my measurements (which were off by several inches all around) and wear something used that is just meant to be "close enough".
I'd like to take up Jamie's point on giving more style examples. Tuxedos are meant to be worn in the evening, and to wear one in the day is a bit of a men's fashion faux-pas, even if it has become the norm (in America at least). One only need look back a few weeks to the royal wedding to see that morning suits are the proper daytime attire :)
Lastly, in addition to cuff links, don't forget that extra accessorizing can be done with the man's tuxedo studs (if his shirt has holes for them). Usually these will match up with the cuff links, but in the case of more "out there" links, traditional mother of pearl or black onyx studs can still add an extra layer of sexiness and detail to your outfit!