The State of Black Tie: Your Observations

[Andy57]

Create a diversion. Liberate the wine.

We liberated as much as we could.

 

[LeviMay]

How does everyone feel about tartan trousers with an otherwise standard black tie rig? I’m thinking to go red or blackwatch trousers for a Christmas event.

 

[Concordia]

It's been done before. If you're among friends and feel comfy, don't rule it out.

 

[ericgereghty]

How does everyone feel about tartan trousers with an otherwise standard black tie rig? I’m thinking to go red or blackwatch trousers for a Christmas event.

Nowadays (yes, exceptions exist, of course) the tartan pants will likely receive more compliments than the "correct" trousers.

 

[The Chai]

Considering using upholstery ivory tussah raw silk fabric for a dinner jacket. 370 g/m2...thoughts

 

[Winot]

First outing for new Sean O’ Flynn dress shirt last night. How do people stop the front of the shirt riding up?

 

[classicalthunde]

First outing for new Sean O’ Flynn dress shirt last night. How do people stop the front of the shirt riding up?

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Let me know if you figure anything out, I've had similar problems with my RTW brooks brothers shirt...i'm not sure if its the studs, or maybe i should ask for my shirt to have heavy starch next time i have it laundered

 

[smittycl]

First outing for new Sean O’ Flynn dress shirt last night. How do people stop the front of the shirt riding up?

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I had a BBGF pleated shirt that did that as well. Very annoying. Switched it out for a slimmer-fitting Hickey Freeman. It still rides up a bit. Must be the lack of a belt?

 

[Winot]

Let me know if you figure anything out, I've had similar problems with my RTW brooks brothers shirt...i'm not sure if its the studs, or maybe i should ask for my shirt to have heavy starch next time i have it laundered

I sent Sean the photo. He said I should wash the shirt as that will hello the front shirt flat. If it’s still a problem he’ll fit a tab to attach to my trouser waistband.

 

[steezin]

Quick question - Is it acceptable to wear a normal French cuff white dress shirt with mother of pearl buttons showing with a tuxedo?

I understand traditionally the shirts have stud or covered buttons, however I have seen many people wear normal mother of pearl buttons, including Prince William, David Beckham etc.

Thanks!

 

[Andy57]

Considering using upholstery ivory tussah raw silk fabric for a dinner jacket. 370 g/m2...thoughts

I can't visualize the fabric, but it ought to be fine.

 

[Andy57]

First outing for new Sean O’ Flynn dress shirt last night. How do people stop the front of the shirt riding up?

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I don't think there is a way, short of using those shirt-stay elastic things.

 

[Andy57]

Quick question - Is it acceptable to wear a normal French cuff white dress shirt with mother of pearl buttons showing with a tuxedo?

I understand traditionally the shirts have stud or covered buttons, however I have seen many people wear normal mother of pearl buttons, including Prince William, David Beckham etc.

Thanks!

You can if you want to. Personally, I think it's regrettable. Assuming you've got your own tuxedo, why wouldn't you buy a decent shirt to go with it?

 

[The Chai]

I can't visualize the fabric, but it ought to be fine.

One of many Im looking at. Considering matka silk too...Im gonna be wearing grandmas couch!

 

[Andy57]

One of many Im looking at. Considering matka silk too...Im gonna be wearing grandmas couch!

I think that would make up pretty nicely.