lordofpi
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I have commissioned a semi-formal evening-ware outfit, a.k.a. a tuxedo. It is a black single-button, peaked lapel, no vent, grosgrain faced jacket with a flat-front trouser and a low-cut black waistcoat. That last part is the focal point for my question.
What I'd like to know is how common it is to use waistcoat studs in lieu of covered buttons. I've heard of this practice in the past, but it may be archaic or just plain wrong (and I also may not be able to find an 8-piece stud set!). To add further complication, the waistcoat is double-breasted with no lapel (I felt this to be most formal, correct me if I am wrong), so studs would more than likely be out of the question for that scenario. Thoughts on this whole thing?
Post script: The standard black tie stud set that I had in the past was simply yellow gold and onyx. Is this a hard-fast rule, or can silver and platinum be brought into the mix as well? Thoughts are always appreciated.
What I'd like to know is how common it is to use waistcoat studs in lieu of covered buttons. I've heard of this practice in the past, but it may be archaic or just plain wrong (and I also may not be able to find an 8-piece stud set!). To add further complication, the waistcoat is double-breasted with no lapel (I felt this to be most formal, correct me if I am wrong), so studs would more than likely be out of the question for that scenario. Thoughts on this whole thing?
Post script: The standard black tie stud set that I had in the past was simply yellow gold and onyx. Is this a hard-fast rule, or can silver and platinum be brought into the mix as well? Thoughts are always appreciated.