To tux or not to tux

Tuxedos are more formal than suits. You probably already knew this, and if you didn’t—where have you been? But while you’re well aware that the tuxedo is the suit’s older and more sophisticated cousin, you may not know exactly what distinguishes the two from each other. 

by Oscar Hunt

Here’s the breakdown:

Unlike suits, tuxedos have satin lapels, as well as satin stripes down the sides of the pants.

Tuxedos are traditionally worn with Bow Ties, while suits are worn with Neckties—but in this day and age, the rules are loosening up, and your neck-embellishment options have become a little more interchangeable.

A tuxedo worn with a bow tie calls for a formal tuxedo shirt with a Wing Tip Collar. You’d never wear a wing tip collar with a suit—even if you chose to wear a bow tie, you’d wear it with a regular spread collar.

So should you wear a tuxedo or a suit to your wedding? Only you can answer that question. Look deep inside yourself, meditate, wander off into the desert on a spiritual quest for which formal wear best calls to your soul. Or, ask yourself what reflects you and makes you feel amazing when you wear it, where are you getting married; and the style of wedding day you want? 

pictured Carl Nave

And a last piece of advice working with bespoke tailors will work you through this ensuring what you are wear on the day is your best you!