Formal wear shirts come in many attractive styles – from White, Black, Ivory, Laydown Collar, Wing Collar and some select colors.

Barrel cuffs – This style formal wear shirt is the standard style fastened by one or two buttons according to your preference.

Double or French cuffs – This is a very formal shirt which has an extra length of sleeve that folds back and can be fastened with links.

It is so exciting that there are so many options to choose from when accessorizing your cuffs. The basic black and silver studs and cuff links are still extremely popular today. With some many other options – Irish Cloves, Masonic Studs/Cuffs and SO MANY MORE!!!!!!!

Everyone has to start somewhere

The basics – Black tuxedo, white shirt, black bow tie/black neck tie (bow ties are the new neck tie).

Tuxedo – Tuxedo Shirts – Bow Ties – Neck Ties

Switch it up

Not many people know that the white dinner jacket can be paired with black tux pants.  This ensemble can be worn during summer, winter, fall – WHENEVER!

They aren’t huge, but still a huge attraction to your tuxedo

Studs and cuff links are understated now a days. People generally have the misconception that these little pieces of jewelry are not meant to be a stand out point in your tuxedo. Little do those people know!! With so many different styles, sizes, etc  – stud and cuff links are a new way to add some flair to your exiting tuxedo or your new one.

DO NOT let the Lapels overwhelm you

The year is 2012 and that brings so many different options with lapels. There is the Notch lapel, Shawl, lapel and Peak lapel – choose the lapel depending on the event.

Jeans and a tuxedo jacket?!?!

Yes, we said it – Jeans and a tuxedo jacket. Most people don’t realize that a tuxedo jacket (even a nice dinner jacket) can be worn for any occasion when paired with a nice pair of jeans. For example, a nice Notch Lapel Vogue tuxedo jacket paired with a pair of dark jeans…the perfect look for a anniversary dinner, night out with the guys or even a nice birthday dinner.

Change up your tuxedo shirt

Instead on the basic white tuxedo shirt, you now have the option of a black or ivory tuxedo shirt. By changing the color of your tuxedo shirt, it give your tuxedo a little updated touch.

Add some color to your tuxedo

With tuxedo vests in 68 unique colors – your bride or date will not be the only eye catching person at the event. It has never been easier to find matching accessories before!!!

Step 1: Make a simple knot, allowing slightly more length (one to two inches) on the end of A.

Step 2: Lay A out of the way, fold B into the normal bow shape, and position it on the first knot you made.

Step 3: Drop A vertically over folded end B.

Step 4: Double back A on itself and position it over the knot so that the two folded ends make a cross.

Step 5: The hard part: Pass folded end A under and behind the left side (yours) of the knot and through the loop behind folded end B.

Step 6: Tighten the knot you have created, straightening, particularly in the center.

The Oscars is always a grand time to see all your favorite stars wearing the latest formalwear fashion.

George Clooney looked stunning in a Black 2-Button Notch Tuxedo with exterior pick stitching.

To get a similar affordable look (Stacy Keibler not included), check out the Vogue 2-Button Notch Tuxedo.



Each year, it is always exciting to watch the Grammy Awards and see what tuxedos are being worn by Hollywood Stars!  This year was no exception.

LL Cool Jay was wearing a black velvet peak lapel tuxedo.  Ryan Seacrest was draped in a contemporary 2-button notch tuxedo.  Ice T could be seen in a 3-button notch tuxedo.  One of our favorite formal looks was Marc Anthony’s selection of a 2-button framed peak lapel tuxedo.  Instead of the entire lapel being satin, notice how just the outer edge of the lapels are surrounded in satin.

For a similar look, check out this Framed 2-Button Peak Tuxedo .

We are excited to start our new tuxedo blog!  We plan on writing articles (at least 1 per week) addressing various topics within the men’s formal wear industry.