Best tux?

[jerrybrowne]

Hi guys, can you give me some suggestions for a tuxedo? I'm looking for something very classic and well made, but not MTM.

Thanks!

 

[Bird's One View]

1. read blacktieguide.com if you haven't already. 2. what's your budget? Keep in mind that there are a lot of accessories you will need. If the budget is low and you are not in a hurry, consider ebay for some (or all) of this stuff.

 

[jerrybrowne]

Wow that's a great site. Thanks! I don't really want to spend more than 2K for everything, including shoes. The most important thing is I'd prefer not to buy another one for a long, long time. I was thinking BB for this reason.

 

[JetBlast]

I remember someone posted this photo of a vintage tux a while ago that I was absolutely mesmorized by, so I am going to post it again.

 

[Bird's One View]

BB sells some very acceptable tuxedos (just stay away from the three button notch lapel model

). Some object to the center vent (it can be closed) and the pocket flaps (they can be tucked in or removed). I am of the school that tuxedo pants should not have pleats, but reasonable men differ. (Trousers can be recut to remove pleats -- admittedly a bigger operation than closing a vent but I'd bet BB does this in house a fair amount.) If you can wait, they are discounted twice a year in the big sales.

 

[jerrybrowne]

Hmm. Is one button the standard? It sounds like the rules are very different for formal wear....
Jetblast, those lapels are very nice!

 

[Bird's One View]

If we restrict the conversation to single breasted jackets: yes, one button is the standard. I don't object to notch lapels per se (although many here do) but multi-button models trouble me greatly.

 

[Manton]

Brooks and Paul Stuart are both good mid-range options. Fully canvassed, made in Canada. At least, PS ones are. Again, center vented, but just have that closed.

I got 10 years of good use out of a Paul Stuart DJ but look forward to retiring it this fall.

 

[jerrybrowne]

If I were willing to spend an extra $500, would it be worth the value? Where do you guys suggest I shop for the best bang for the buck?

Thanks for all of your input!