Sunday, January 25, 2009

How To Buy A Tuxedo

By Victor Santerino

The tuxedo is one of the most confusing garments worn by man today. Primary reasons for this fact is that men do not wear them that often, styles change each year, and marketers put out false information to sell new tuxedos.

I wrote this article to help men get a better handle of what is expected of them when they are asked to wear a tuxedo. This article will review some of the basic elements of tuxedo wear and shed some light on critical components.

The man who decides to wear a tuxedo should make sure he can achieve identify a proper color, style, and fit. This man should also use the proper accompaniments with his tuxedo.

The fit of a tuxedo is largely dictated by how well you take your measurements before going out on the town. Be positive you have taken the correct measurements and you can easily find a tux that fits properly.

Popular cuts to select from are the shawl, notched, and peaked lapels. Each style is unique in its own right and will look good on some people but not others. Make sure to select the style that looks best on your particular anatomy.

The color you choose is in large part dictated by the event you will be attending and the climate. When given absolute choice over what color to wear, you should choose a color that favors your skin complexion.

The essential accessories like vests, shoes, belts, and bow ties need to be analyzed before chosen. Make sure these accessories go well with each other, your skin shade, and the color of your tuxedo.

This article should be used as a reference guide for pre-tuxedo fact finding. Add this page to your bookmarks and use it whenever you decide to wear a tuxedo. - 15465

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