Must Have: Tuxedo

Ahh the essential tuxedo.

How is this an essential you may ask?

Because when you need it, you NEED it.

Think about the last time you wore one.

Black tie charity fund raiser, formal wedding, dinner with the President.

Whatever the occasion, it mattered. You were shmoozing with people you would like to impress.

Putting your best foot forward is essential in itself, and a man just looks spectacular in a custom fitted tuxedo.

Not to mention, your date deserves it.

One of the frustrating aspects of my line of work is year after year I see guys renting.

This causes several layers of frustration.

From fit and appearance to economics.

"Pay a grand, and never give it back" are some of the best words of wisdom I've received.

OK...so you know you need one, but what kind?

For most, the first foray into the arena of formal wear should stay classic.

This will get you by in most situations that call for formal dress.

Classic = gentleman.

Remember, you don't have to be loud to be heard.

ABBEYDALE Classic Tuxedo
- One button
- Peak lapel
- Jetted pockets
- No belt loops, with side adjusters
- Flat front, no cuff
- White French cuff shirt
- Black tie (satin or grosgrain bow)
- Suspenders
- Black formal shoes or velvet slippers

Other Options

Blue Tuxedos are still formal but need to stay on the darker side. The darker the shade, the less fuss.

ABBEYDALE Blue Shawl Collar Tuxedo
- One button or Double Breasted
- Midnight or Navy Blue fabric
- Shawl collar lapel (peak if a DB)
- Black lapel or Navy Match
- Jetted pockets (slanted if you desire)
- Pair with your black tuxedo pants, or pair with the jacket fabric
- White French cuff shirt
- Black tie
- Suspenders
- Black formal shoes or velvet slippers

Another option popular in the South is the white dinner jacket. Always with black tuxedo pants, always slim and typically worn in the warmer months.

ABBEYDALE White Dinner Jacket
- One button or Double Breasted
- Fabric is actually more of an off white (can be wool or linen or a mix)
- Shawl collar or Peak
- White lapel
- Jetted pockets (slanted if you desire)
- Pair with black tuxedo pants
- White French cuff shirt
- Black formal shores or velvet slippers

Questions I am sure.

Be sure to reach out - I'm here for you.

With purpose,

DW