tuxedo tips - Occasions Durango

TUXEDO TIPS
As an award-winning tuxedo retailer, consider Occasions
experts in formalwear fashion. Rest assured your guys
will be looking their best after learning these tuxedo
terms, tips and tricks.
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1021 Main Avenue ♥ Durango, CO 81301
(970)764-4939 www.OccasionsDurango.com
TUXEDO TALK:
You found your dress, now its time to dress your husband
to be! To ensure your fiance and his groomsmen are
looking their best on your wedding day, educate yourself
with these tips and tuxedo terminology.
1. Determine your wedding style.
The first thing to consider when picking out attire for the men in your
wedding is the style and theme of your wedding. Will your day be formal,
informal, colorful, classic, trendy or modern? The style of your wedding
will play an important role in the type and fit of the formalwear you choose.
If your style is simple and casual or if you are having a beach wedding,
choose a suit for a more relaxed and informal look. A bit more traditional?
Choose a full tuxedo complete with a vest or cummerbund and tie.
2. Coordinate your wedding colors
After deciding the style of your wedding, determine the colors the men will
wear. This not only includes the color of the vest, tie and pocket square
but also the color of the tuxedo itself. The most popular tuxedo color is
basic black, but there are numerous colors to choose from including
chocolate brown, khaki, light or dark grey, navy, white and ivory.
3. Tuxedo fits
While most tuxedos fit most body types properly (when measured
correctly), we carry three types of tuxes sure to flatter your guys’ stature
and give him that tailored look. We carry three fits; traditional, modern
and slim.
4. Get measurements done professionally
We strongly encourage the men in your wedding party to get measured by
a seamstress, tailor or other professional at a tuxedo shop. This will ensure
his tuxedo to fit properly.
5. Tuxedo Formality
Whether you are looking for a formal tuxedo or something less casual, we
carry them all. Did you know the more buttons on a tuxedo, the more
formal the style?!
TUXEDO ANATOMY
wedding attire. When choosing your shirt, pay close attention
to the collar (different ties require different types of collars).
Wing tip collars look best with a classic bow tie and lay down
collars best accommodate a windsor tie. Pleating is also
added to some styles of button down shirts and adds a
traditional feel to the ensemble. Trying to decide between
white or ivory? Match the bride’s wedding dress!
PLEATED vs. FLAT-FRONT PANTS:
The difference between pleated and flat-front trousers can
be seen in the front of the pant. Pleated trousers have a
pleat running down the center of each pant leg from top to
bottom. Flat-front trousers do not have a pleat or crease,
are flat similar to a pair of jeans. Either of these trousers
are likely to have a satin stripe down the side of both legs.
If your men are athletic and fit; choose a flat-front pant.
Need more room in their trousers; choose pleated.
VEST OR CUMMERBUND:
In the past a cummerbund was a staple for all tuxedos.
Recently however, vests have become all the rage. Ranging
in color and pattern, vests are an easy and flattering way to
accent your tux. Keep the guys looking classy even after the
jacket comes off by adding a vest to their wedding day attire.
Keeping it casual? Skip the cummerbund and vest entirely.
THE JACKET:
The jacket is the most important part of the tuxedo. The
build of the groom and wedding party should be strongly
considered when selecting the jacket.
THE LAPEL:
The collar of the jacket is otherwise known as the lapel.
Lapels can be seen in four main shapes-Peak, notch, Shawl
Collar, and Mandarin. The peak lapel is your standard and
most popular lapel. The notch lapel usually has a deep v
which can be flattering to all body types. Variation in lapels
can be created with subtle details such as tone on tone
satin bands, chalk striping and tone on tone texture.
SHIRTS:
Shirts provide another opportunity to add character to your
TIES:
Ties come in many different styles, patterns and colors. Bow
ties are typically more classic and formal; the Windsor tie
gives a more modern yet casual look. Going with a Western
theme? Try a string, crossover, or bolo tie.
POCKET SQUARE:
Add a splash of color to your tuxedo jacket with a pocket
square. Pocket squares can be folded in many different ways
such as the winged puff, three fold stairs and the four point
crown; check out the next few pages for some ideas.
CUFF LINKS:
Cufflinks and studs give your guy that polished look. Ranging
from simple black or silver, show-stopping diamond, or
engraved with a monogram, cufflinks are another way to add
a personal touch to your wedding attire.
TUXEDO TIPS:
MIX & MATCH
Colors and Patterns!
ference?
What’s the difU
TUXEDO vs. S IT
Don’t know the difference between a tuxedo and
a suit? Don’t worry, we are here to help! Tuxedos
are more formal; suits less dressy. Tuxedos have
some detail on the lapel such as a satin, grosgrain
or textured fabric; suits have no detail. Tuxedos
are usually paired with a vest; suits are normally
not. No matter if you choose a suit or a tuxedo,
your guys are sure to look their best on your big
day!
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ear?
Since the groom and his groomsmen typically
match the color of the bridesmaid’s dresses,
differentiate the ushers by putting them in an
accent or neutral color such as silver or bronze.
The fathers of the wedding should also have a
neutral color, like black, to easily accent the attire
of the mothers.
Get creative with the coordination of your
wedding party’s vest, tie and pocket
square. Add variation and interest by
mixing and matching patterns and colors
that compliment your wedding palette.
Do you have two-toned bridesmaid
dresses? Mix your vest and tie -or- tie
and pocket square with the two colors for
the perfect compliment. Add texture to
their ensemble by mixing the patterns.
WHITE tuxedos…
Tuxedos and suits come in many colors.
We recommend reserving white/ivory
tuxedos for your groom. Many times,
only the groom will wear a white tux and
the rest of the wedding party will wear a
different or darker color.
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EARN A FREE TUXEDO
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- Flat Front or Slim Fit Pants - Upgrade to a Slim Fit Shirt - Your choice of black or white
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What else do we offer at Occasions?
Wedding Gowns
We carry unique and exclusive gowns sure to fit any budget. We offer the
finest selection of hand-crafted designer wedding gowns in the Four Corners.
Bridal Accessories
We carry an assortment of beautiful veils, tiaras, headpieces, jewelry,
garters and more to accessorize you on your big day.
Tuxedo Rental and Suits
Occasions is an award-winning tuxedo retailer. You can rest assured your
guys will be looking their best in one of our tuxedos. Are you from out of
town? Don’t travel with that tux! Rent a tuxedo for your wedding or
black-tie event and after the affair leave it with us.
Bridesmaid & Special Occasion Dresses
Our shop is full of beautiful and unique wedding, formal and evening attire
sure to show off your individuality and personal style. Occasions carries a
full line of bridesmaids, prom, homecoming and special occasion dresses
perfect for all of your special ladies!
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