The State of Black Tie: Your Observations

classicalthunde said:

Received a wedding invite this week that I was surprised to see specified a Black Tie dress code (as opposed to a Black Tie optional).

I'm happy I get an excuse to bust out the rig and am interested to see how many others do the same and what the current state of Black Tie is...

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Andy57 said:

Based on the reports in this thread, you are likely to be a little disappointed.

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cedarlake23 said:

Hi all,

I was able to find a vintage tuxedo in excellent condition and it's currently at the tailor. It's a black barathea fabric made of (I assume) wool/mohair and is traditionally styled - shawl lapel, jetted pockets, one button, no vents, no belt loops on the trousers, etc.

I now need to get a shirt, bow tie, and cummerbund. I have two questions for those: First, I want to stay traditional but am drawn to the simpler look of a covered placket shirt. Is that a faux pas? I know I can/should do what I want but would like to have a classic look. On the same note, for the bow tie and cummerbund, should I stick with satin since that's the lapel fabric? Or can I go faille and be OK? I haven't worn a bow tie before, so any advice on sizing compared to the lapel width, etc. would be appreciated, too.

Thanks!

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classicalthunde said:

Oh, most certainly...even I will commit some venial sins like wearing my GMT, black cap toe oxfords (but with a fresh shine) and my vented jacket.

If the over under is at 1 person in "perfect" black tie, I think I would still probably bet the under

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poorsod said:

I’m thinking of getting a new tux with a DB vest. Does anyone have pcitures of design ideas for a DB vest?

thanks.

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Mark from Plano said:

Here is a pic of my Steed vest. 4x2 DB with self-faced shawl lapels.

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