tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191518927726520283.post4817536662058870348..comments2024-03-22T04:17:07.981-04:00Comments on The Style Blogger: Reader Question: iTuxD Trepanierhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17188347107057335105noreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191518927726520283.post-90784262251560184542010-01-13T10:43:15.976-05:002010-01-13T10:43:15.976-05:00SB, I agree and hope to buy a tux one day myself. ...SB, I agree and hope to buy a tux one day myself. I was just thinking about the majority of times I had to wear a tux, I was someone's groomsman or in their wedding. Generally they pick out a tux for everyone so you really don't have a choice, but to rent one. I guess during those occasions it's not really about you anyways.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02377678040217041514noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191518927726520283.post-44353080353028637352010-01-08T20:44:27.755-05:002010-01-08T20:44:27.755-05:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.SBnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191518927726520283.post-17140591033761479792010-01-08T20:44:26.702-05:002010-01-08T20:44:26.702-05:00To: Jason
You're right, many men do not own a...To: Jason<br /><br />You're right, many men do not own a tux of their own. However, I strongly suggest every man own at least one well tailored tuxedo. Although you may not wear it often, when you do, you want to look your best...which, as you pointed out, is hard to do in someone's borrowed jacket. <br /><br />-SBSBnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191518927726520283.post-67647966185445455892010-01-08T20:41:07.171-05:002010-01-08T20:41:07.171-05:00To: Peter B
Congrats as well!
We seem to be aro...To: Peter B<br /><br />Congrats as well! <br /><br />We seem to be around the same size. I just ordered a new tux from my guys at Michael Andrews Bespoke. It's a midnight navy (yes, technically blue, not black...but many traditionalist say that midnight blue actually looks darker than black in evening light...not to mention it's slightly more stylish than just another black tux). Anyway, I designed it with a 2.5"black satin lapel, one button, double vented. Typically I will wear a white semi spread collar shirt with french cuffs and a hidden button placket, and a black bowtie that I had cut from the same fabric as the lapels. Also, with a slim shawl collar tux jacket, if you got the cojones, you can pull it off at night with crispy dark jeans for a night out. <br /><br />Also, keep in mind that since your wedding is in August, you don't necessarily have to wear a tux. You could opt for one of my favorite things in my closet: a cotton suit. Or, maybe go ultra sleek and find a cotton summer tux! ...tough to find though...<br /><br />Just some ideas.<br /><br />Thanks for reading!<br /><br />Best,<br />SBSBnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191518927726520283.post-11452904112837147982010-01-08T17:16:00.852-05:002010-01-08T17:16:00.852-05:00The real problem is the vast majority of people re...The real problem is the vast majority of people rent their tux when needed and you will never get a good fit from an off the rack rental.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02377678040217041514noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191518927726520283.post-23318719805104731792010-01-08T05:53:50.451-05:002010-01-08T05:53:50.451-05:00Interesting post. I really agree with most of it, ...Interesting post. I really agree with most of it, and it's relevant to me, because I am trying to figure out what to wear to my own wedding in August. I'm getting married at 4PM and we go directly from the church to a dinner that starts early but will hopefully evolve into a party that will last all night. <br /><br />I am thinking of a single button tux, white shirt, and a vest of some sort, possibly in a dark green, with a straight tie. I might even go for broke at choose a notched lapel instead of peaked. I am 6'2'', 190lbs, athletic. So I don't need to draw any attention to shoulder widt v waistline, etc...<br /><br />I'd be really interested to hear thoughts from the master. <br /><br />Also: patent leather shoes can be a pretty cool addition to a tux, I think, as long as you've got the right break on the trousers, and they are high quality. Just IMHO.Peter Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15876640334661367318noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191518927726520283.post-46364565756711715682010-01-07T15:49:23.231-05:002010-01-07T15:49:23.231-05:00Couldnt have said it any better!!!Couldnt have said it any better!!!Generation Xhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05975839374785957326noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191518927726520283.post-79902613876410862062010-01-05T17:46:56.762-05:002010-01-05T17:46:56.762-05:00To: Paul_Kemp
Haha, you're right! I think no ...To: Paul_Kemp<br /><br />Haha, you're right! I think no matter his size, a guy looks better with his jacket on. But sometimes you do have to loosen up on the dance floor...<br /><br />Best,<br />SBSBnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191518927726520283.post-50720296572901341232010-01-05T17:30:20.017-05:002010-01-05T17:30:20.017-05:00SB,
If the jacket comes off, all bets are off! A...SB,<br /><br />If the jacket comes off, all bets are off! A heavier gentleman (especially) should leave the jacket on. It hides all of the "pit" and "back" sweat as well as the shirt coming untucked from too much dancing.Paul_Kempnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191518927726520283.post-76414845905983613812010-01-05T07:42:22.884-05:002010-01-05T07:42:22.884-05:00I might ask why he is wearing a tux at all, though...I might ask why he is wearing a tux at all, though? Is it a daytime wedding? If so, morning dress or even a smart 3 piece suit would be more appropriate and much much smarter. Some good advice on dress codes here: http://bit.ly/4TCmHr<br /><br />If you do go for a tux, though, remember:<br />The lapels should be 100% silk, not cheap-looking satin.<br />Nice patent shoes look fab, never cheap.<br /><br />The other advice is all good, though. Especially the suspenders instead of a belt - these are a must.<br /><br />Good luck!Jakehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16830993529506105218noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191518927726520283.post-29008091955366063682010-01-04T23:03:23.082-05:002010-01-04T23:03:23.082-05:00To: Raoul_Duke
Great point! The bow tie would def...To: Raoul_Duke<br /><br />Great point! The bow tie would definitely draw attention upward. In my opinion though, with the jacket open (or off), it leaves a large blank white canvas throughout the midsection that will make a man seem big. The long tie breaks it up nicely. And of course, clip-ons are always discouraged. <br /><br />Thanks!!<br /><br />Best,<br />SBSBnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191518927726520283.post-50997179673577909752010-01-04T17:54:38.965-05:002010-01-04T17:54:38.965-05:00As a larger man, I disagree with the long tie. I ...As a larger man, I disagree with the long tie. I think a self-tie bow tie is the way to go. Like the peak lapel, it draws the eye upward. IMO, a self tied bow provides the only panache necessary with a tux.Raoul_Dukenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191518927726520283.post-82359009251745580962010-01-04T05:38:28.529-05:002010-01-04T05:38:28.529-05:00A tux is something I have occassion to wear maybe ...A tux is something I have occassion to wear maybe once a decade. Good post and relevant tips. I'll bear them in mind, especially if I develop a portly stature.<br /><br />www.openzedoor.blogspot.comAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191518927726520283.post-26780427364012604432010-01-04T00:30:08.375-05:002010-01-04T00:30:08.375-05:00Not necessarily for a "portly" man, but ...Not necessarily for a "portly" man, but for a slim, style-forward, no-sock-wearing, fashionisto...no doubt.<br /><br />Best,<br />SBSBnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191518927726520283.post-65476039489364767892010-01-04T00:19:13.048-05:002010-01-04T00:19:13.048-05:00Black velvet slippersBlack velvet slippersMemphis88noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-191518927726520283.post-14005667371110960112010-01-03T23:46:59.596-05:002010-01-03T23:46:59.596-05:00good in depth advice. And I thought you couldn...good in depth advice. And I thought you couldn't go wrong when wearing a tuxTooninatorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01611437399630341378noreply@blogger.com