Three Step Process for Selecting a Tuxedo

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Whether selecting a tuxedo for a wedding, prom, or other special occasion, it is important to choose the right tuxedo. However, choosing the right tuxedo is far more involved than simply picking out a size and preferred color. When purchasing a tuxedo, there are several key factors that must be taken into consideration, including material, type of fit, and match. ​

The first factor to consider is the material of the tuxedo. The general rule of thumb for selecting a tuxedo's material is to match it with the time of season that the particular event the tuxedo is being purchased for is taking place. For instance, if an event were scheduled for winter, a wool tuxedo would be a better option than a linen tuxedo because it would keep the wearer warm. However, if an event were scheduled for summer, a linen tuxedo would be a better option than a wool tuxedo because it would keep the wearer cool. It is important to select tuxedos with breathable fabrics in warmer months and thicker fabrics in colder months in order to be comfortable. 
 
The next factor to consider is what type of fit matches the wearer best. The three types of tuxedo fits, regular, slim, and tailored, are better suited towards certain body types. Regular fits are best suited for people with bigger builds because they are looser. Slim fits, on the other hand, are best suited for people with slimmer builds because they are tighter. Finally, tailored fits are suited for people of all builds, as their style of fit is somewhere in between regular and slim. They are not as loose as regular fitting tuxedos, but not as tight as slim fitting tuxedos. Therefore, when selecting a tuxedo, it is crucial to identify the body type of the wearer and match it to the particular fit type that will both look and feel the best. 
 
After determining the material and fit of the tuxedo, the third and final factor to consider is the tuxedo's overall match. The wearer must analyze the particular occasion and consider the factors that will have to be matched. For example, if the wearer is attending a school prom, they will want their tuxedo to match the color and style of their date's dress as best as possible. If the wearer is attending a uniform-style wedding as a member of the audience, they will want their tuxedo to match the style that the rest of the crowd will be wearing. If the wearer is attending a wedding as a groom, they will want their tuxedo to stand out from the rest of the crowd and separate the groom as the most important man at the event. By thoroughly analyzing the occasion, the wearer of the tuxedo can determine which style of tuxedo is best for them. It is also important to consider what accessories the wearer will have to accompany the tuxedo, which may include pants, sunglasses, bowties, and shoes, as the tuxedo will have to match these articles of clothing as well. A general tip for matching a tuxedo to other accessories and articles of clothing is to match colors, as dark colors go well together and light colors go well together. Dark and light colors usually do not blend well together. 
 
Selecting a tuxedo is not as simple as it sounds. It is a delicate process that must be carefully gone about in order to be done right. By following this three step procedure, the wearer of the tuxedo is guaranteed to find the right tuxedo for their special occasion.