Looking at a tuxedo, seeking thoughts

[maxalex]

Maybe. I’m assuming a middle-aged man partying virtually every night — sugary alcoholic beverages throughout the day, calorie-dense hors d’oeuvres and meals, poor sleep, little exercise, all correlated with low testosterone… his secret to keeping weight gain at bay is usually not much of a secret. I’ve known a few middle-aged men in “client nurturing” roles who couldn’t live that lifestyle without some sort of stimulant. Maybe he’s a unicorn.

George was way beyond middle age in 2002 and in fact died two years later. Beyond alcohol his drug of choice was Celebrex for arthritis. Lots of old-school WASPs remain thin in old age. My theory is because the food at their favored hangouts (like the abominable Century Club and Harvard Club in NYC) is inedible.

 

[rjc149]

George was way beyond middle age in 2002 and in fact died two years later. Beyond alcohol his drug of choice was Celebrex for arthritis. Lots of old-school WASPs remain thin in old age. My theory is because the food at their favored hangouts (like the abominable Century Club and Harvard Club in NYC) is inedible.

That's a shame. Strip House is down the block from the Harvard Club, and there are a lot of good noodle joints in that neighborhood.

 

[natewears]

George was way beyond middle age in 2002 and in fact died two years later. Beyond alcohol his drug of choice was Celebrex for arthritis. Lots of old-school WASPs remain thin in old age. My theory is because the food at their favored hangouts (like the abominable Century Club and Harvard Club in NYC) is inedible.

That's a shame. Strip House is down the block from the Harvard Club, and there are a lot of good noodle joints in that neighborhood.

you guys sure derailed my thread! haha

while i have got you all - black bow tie suggestions?

 

[ValidusLA]

you guys sure derailed my thread! haha

while i have got you all - black bow tie suggestions?

Sam Hober

 

[natewears]

Sam Hober

i love all the options. bit overwhelming. what should i be looking at for fabric? i like the bat wing or maybe bat wing/butterfly style

 

[breakaway01]

i love all the options. bit overwhelming. what should i be looking at for fabric? i like the bat wing or maybe bat wing/butterfly style

The bow tie fabric should match your jacket lapel facings (i.e. satin vs grosgrain, usually).

 

[ValidusLA]

The bow tie fabric should match your jacket lapel facings (i.e. satin vs grosgrain, usually).

As stated here. I would figure out your dinner jacket, then order your bow tie.

David's (Hober) turn around time is insanely fast anyway so no need to rush.

 

[natewears]

for shoes...was looking at these because i will get a lot of use out of them

Park Avenue Cap-toe Oxford Dress Shoe | Men's Dress | Allen Edmonds

Handcrafted Since 1922. Shop the Men's Park Avenue Cap-toe Oxford Dress Shoe by Allen Edmonds. Luxury footwear, apparel & leather goods. Free shipping on orders $100+

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would they not look good with a black tux? don't really like the traditional patent leather, would just have them shined

 

[ValidusLA]

for shoes...was looking at these because i will get a lot of use out of them

Park Avenue Cap-toe Oxford Dress Shoe | Men's Dress | Allen Edmonds

Handcrafted Since 1922. Shop the Men's Park Avenue Cap-toe Oxford Dress Shoe by Allen Edmonds. Luxury footwear, apparel & leather goods. Free shipping on orders $100+

www.allenedmonds.com

would they not look good with a black tux? don't really like the traditional patent leather, would just have them shined

I have a hard time endorsing AE these days, but if one must AE, then the Park Ave is their best shoe.

Most of the forum will endorse patent over calf, but you will be fine with high shine calf.

 

[maxalex]

I have a hard time endorsing AE these days, but if one must AE, then the Park Ave is their best shoe.

Most of the forum will endorse patent over calf, but you will be fine with high shine calf.

If you're really planning on wearing a tux often, it's worth investing in a pair of patent leather shoes. You don't need to spend a lot because the truth is that they are coated in plastic, and you won't be wearing them that often. One pair will last a lifetime. Otherwise, if you happen to be visiting Budapest you can get a pair of black stingray leather shoes made to measure for about $500 at several shops along Haris Koz Street...

 

[rjc149]

for shoes...was looking at these because i will get a lot of use out of them

Park Avenue Cap-toe Oxford Dress Shoe | Men's Dress | Allen Edmonds

Handcrafted Since 1922. Shop the Men's Park Avenue Cap-toe Oxford Dress Shoe by Allen Edmonds. Luxury footwear, apparel & leather goods. Free shipping on orders $100+

www.allenedmonds.com

would they not look good with a black tux? don't really like the traditional patent leather, would just have them shined

Park Aves with a mirror sheen would be fine for black tie I think, at least that’s what I would wear with a tuxedo. Patent leather or velvet slippers are technically more “correct” with a tux.