Tuxedo Question

[deaddog]

I'm looking for a tuxedo (see my post in WTB ) that will not see much use other than charity events a few times a year. While I was originally thinking of going very traditional, this Zegna striped tux caught my eye. What do you guys think about this tux - is it too non-traditional if the goal is too look sharp but not stand out too much (if I wanted that, I'd go with the Cousin Vinnie/'70's prom burgundy look)? If its my only formal wear, better to go with traditional?


http://cgi.ebay.com/ERMENEGILDO-ZEGN...3286.m20.l1116

 

[Millerp]

If its my only formal wear, better to go with traditional?

Yes. No stripes.

 

[JayJay]

Yes, go traditional.

 

[Master Shake]

It also has a notch lapel. It would be better to avoid that as well.

 

[DocHolliday]

Brooks has DJs -- including Golden Fleece DJs -- on sale for less than the Zegna, if you opt for the more traditional route. Sale runs through Wednesday, I think.

 

[bowtielover]

There are other styles out there that are acceptable these days but for your first it is always best and safe to go tradional.

 

[deaddog]

Thanks guys - anybody have a nice black shawl collar in a 42R (or 43 or 44) that you haven't been wearing much?

 

[nicknyse]

Check out the ORIGINAL tuxedo at Henery & Poole. I think any other choice for your first tux is crazy

 

[tda003]

This probably will sound like blasphemy, BUT...
Since you're not going to wear it much (not many do), I'd check w/ a rental company. The best of them rent name brand DJs and turn over inventory each year. The rentals have been worn very little and are hugely discounted. I've bought 2 sets of tails that way, one of which w/ the help of a decent tailor, became a Prince Charlie for my kilt. Find a great tailor and you'll even get compliments on it.

 

[voxsartoria]

Originally Posted by nicknyse

Check out the ORIGINAL tuxedo at Henery & Poole. I think any other choice for your first tux is crazy

Yes, once you go Henery & Poole, you never go back.

Originally Posted by tda003

I've bought 2 sets of tails that way, one of which w/ the help of a decent tailor, became a Prince Charlie for my kilt.

Kilts are pretty good for charity events.


- B

 

[JLibourel]

Originally Posted by voxsartoria

Yes, once you go Henery & Poole, you never go back.
- B

Is Henery & Poole to Henry Poole as Baroni is to Brioni?