Tuxedo Advice for European Model / Actor Wedding [Pictures Included]

[slappy]

I'm going to Europe in a bit to attend a wedding between a model and an actor. Believe me, I don't have any connections to either profession and do not want to stick out at this black tie affair. Can anyone please advise if any of these would fit the bill?

Please assume that all of these are available for between $1000-$1300. I am ok spending this amount, as I think I can use the tuxedo for other affairs later on. If not, that's ok also. Additionally, I wear a 42R (maybe on the fatter side of that currently but have begun a diet / exercise program for this wedding and so should be comfortably 42R).


These are in roughly my order of preference. SuitSupply is of course less than the price above, but I honestly don't love how their Shawl tuxedo looks.

• Polo Ralph Lauren

This is sort of the classic per my understanding, straight down the middle. I looked for a while but could not find a Ralph Lauren Black Label 42R available, I used to really like that brand. I was initially thinking I wanted a shawl tuxedo, but they do not appear to make one.

• Brunello Cucinelli Navy Blue Peak-Lapel Tuxedo

I like this one, but I'm concerned it may be too blue. It's a Navy I believe, and not a midnight navy. The first image is clearly from a professional shoot, and the second is a very low quality image of the actual tuxedo. Note that the label is crossed off, Im not entirely sure what that means.

• BRUNELLO CUCINELLI Charcoal Gray Wool Blend Satin Tuxedo

• MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA SUIT BLACK WOOL 2BTN SHAWL

I liked this one a lot, until I noticed the pants lack a satin stripe down the sides. Instead, the satin is on the waist which I believe would be covered.

• Dior Homme Tuxedo

This is the kind of thing I picture myself looking amazing in, but in all reality I doubt it would look good. The front rise is 9.75 inches, and I picture it being aggressively skinny (though I do not know for sure).

• Suit Supply

I know people like this brand, but the shawl looks off to me.

 

[Caustic Man]

All of those look fine to me except the Margiela and the Dior. They are just too fashiony for me but you'll have to make your own decision. I wouldn't worry too much about standing out. The beauty of black tie is that you already know exactly what everyone else will (or should) be wearing. It should be the simplest dress code you'll ever dress for.

 

[slappy]

All of those look fine to me except the Margiela and the Dior. They are just too fashiony for me but you'll have to make your own decision. I wouldn't worry too much about standing out. The beauty of black tie is that you already know exactly what everyone else will (or should) be wearing. It should be the simplest dress code you'll ever dress for.

Thanks. Note that the bowtie doesn't come with the Margiela, my concern was with the lack of stripe on the pants (in case thats why you think its too fashiony). Do you think the Navy tuxedo is appropriate? I'm just concerned with looking too blue I guess ha

 

[Caustic Man]

The super skinny lapels, satin waistband, short looking length, no pant stripe, all of it goes toward making it a fashion item that will look dated in five years. In fact, I think it already looks dated. A navy tuxedo is a little different but it is infinitely better looking than the Margiela and Dior. If you are uncomfortable with the color then you have answered your own question.

 

[comrade]

Check out Ben Silver for tuxes that aren't trendy
and won't look dated win a few years:

http://www.bensilver.com/Peak-Lapel-Tuxedo-in-Super-150s-Wool,31361.html#.WyqM3i2ZOpg

Also Brooks Bros:

http://www.brooksbrothers.com/mens/tuxedo-shop/0235,default,sc.html

And to stand out among the European "beautiful people"
some pure American "trad":

http://www.oconnellsclothing.com/Southwick-for-O-Connell-s-Notched-Lapel-Tuxedo-Jacket.html

 

[slappy]

The super skinny lapels, satin waistband, short looking length, no pant stripe, all of it goes toward making it a fashion item that will look dated in five years. In fact, I think it already looks dated. A navy tuxedo is a little different but it is infinitely better looking than the Margiela and Dior. If you are uncomfortable with the color then you have answered your own question.

Yes, you are quite correct. I like the blue color, maybe I'll walk over the Brunello store to see what their navy looks like - assuming they have a suit or tuxedo in that color. Ralph Lauren is still maybe on top for me

 

[Caustic Man]

If you have the time for MTM, try www.kentwang.com. They make a great tux to your measurements and personal preferences.

 

[slappy]

Check out Ben Silver for tuxes that aren't trendy
and won't look dated win a few years:

http://www.bensilver.com/Peak-Lapel-Tuxedo-in-Super-150s-Wool,31361.html#.WyqM3i2ZOpg

Thanks I'll check that out

 

[slappy]

If you have the time for MTM, try www.kentwang.com. They make a great tux to your measurements and personal preferences.

Yea I would love to go that route, but honestly I need this tuxedo asap

 

[Caustic Man]

I hear ya.

 

[classicalthunde]

I'd stray away from the 2 button or flap pocket tuxedos, and personally would look for a fabric covered 1-button. I love the SS wide-shawl look, but SS also has a peak option (although it is rather bold as well). As noted recently in the State of Black Tie thread, models and actors generally don't adhere strictly to the rules of black tie so I doubt you'll stand out any which way. If anything you'd want to adhere to the rules so that you new tux will be applicable to any and all future black tie events.

I recently ordered a Kent Wang MTM tux w/ a peak lapel (it would definitely be in your range)and am hoping it'll arrive sometime next week!

edit: www.ehaberdasher.com has a few affordible classic tux options as well

 

[slappy]

I'd stray away from the 2 button or flap pocket tuxedos, and personally would look for a fabric covered 1-button. I love the SS wide-shawl look, but SS also has a peak option (although it is rather bold as well). As noted recently in the State of Black Tie thread, models and actors generally don't adhere strictly to the rules of black tie so I doubt you'll stand out any which way. If anything you'd want to adhere to the rules so that you new tux will be applicable to any and all future black tie events.

I recently ordered a Kent Wang MTM tux w/ a peak lapel (it would definitely be in your range)and am hoping it'll arrive sometime next week!

edit: www.ehaberdasher.com has a few affordible classic tux options as well

I actually kind of like the 2 button look on certain tuxedos, but yea the classic is one. Yea i mean, I've seen the list of groomsmen / bridesmaids and they could wear literally anything and it would look great on them. I dont expect to match a 6 foot 7 male model in appearance, but I just want to 'fit' in as I cant imagine rubbing elbows with a similar crowd again in my lifetime (sort of petty I know).

Thats awesome about the MTM, hope it turns out great.

 

[hookem12387]

eidos from no man walks alone

 

[Andy57]

• Polo Ralph Lauren

The best of the bunch

• Brunello Cucinelli Navy Blue Peak-Lapel Tuxedo

• BRUNELLO CUCINELLI Charcoal Gray Wool Blend Satin Tuxedo

Both are the wrong color.

• MAISON MARTIN MARGIELA SUIT BLACK WOOL 2BTN SHAWL

• Dior Homme Tuxedo

Both utterly horrible. Will indeed look dated very quickly.

• Suit Supply

Respectable.

Some of the other options offered you, above, will also serve you very well.

 

[slappy]

The best of the bunch

Both are the wrong color.
Both utterly horrible. Will indeed look dated very quickly.
Respectable.

Some of the other options offered you, above, will also serve you very well.

Brutally honest, love it. Alright I'm going to try on the Ralph today. There is a 42s RLBL on eBay for pretty cheap, but at 5 9.5 that may look awkward