Today's groom & groomsmen have a large selection of formal wear styles to choose from. Tuxedos usually come with jacket, shirt, pants, tie and cummerbund or vest. Shoes are always available for rental too. The groom should try on various styles to see which best suits him. Check with your tuxedo shop, many offer discounts or FREE groom's tuxedo with rental of six tuxedos.
Classic Black Tuxedo
The Classic Black Tuxedo can be worn at any affair. Black dinner jacket and trousers with a satin stripe, ideal for ceremonies after six pm. Either turned-down or wing-collar with bow tie.
Today black is the most popular for the groomsmen, but new colors and accessories can add pizazz to your selection. Tie, cummerbund or vest can be the same color as the tuxedo or used as an accent color to match the bridesmaid's dress color.
White Tie & Tails
Black jacket and pants for sleek sophistication. Jacket cut short in front with two long "tails" in back: satin stripe on pants. Add cummerbunds or vests, wing collar shirts for a striking look. Most flattering on taller men. Ultra-Formal Evening
The Cutaway
Grey or black; jacket curves from the waist to about six inches above the knees. Striking contrast is created with a light or dark grey vest, wing-collar shirt and checked or striped ascot with pearl stick pin.
White Dinner Jacket
Afternoon or Evening Formal. The white dinner jacket has the same cut as the Classic Tuxedo; great look for hot weather. Add colorful new bow ties and cummerbunds to coordinate with maids' dresses. Best with black trousers.
