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TUXEDO5 TIPS TO KNOW YOUR

INSIDE OUT

A tuxedo is the most formal attire you will ever have the pleasure of wearing but what else do you know about this inimitable suit? Here we take a look at the 5 key components of the custom made tuxedo.

By Jatin V. Creative DirectorMontagio Custom Tailoring

Tuxedos, like regular suits, come in either single breasted or double breasted styles. The single breasted tuxedo is the most The single breasted tuxedo is the most common style and will have one button giving an uncomplicated yet elegant look that can give the wearer the appearance of being taller.

The double breasted tuxedo comes in The double breasted tuxedo comes in various button combinations, but the 6 x 2 is the most typical. Excellent tailoring is essential as poorly fitting shoulders and waist are more easily spotted in this distinctive style.

Of the three styles of vents;centre, side, and none, only sideand none are suitable for the

formal look required of a tuxedo. The original tuxedos had no ventsgiving a much slimmer and moreelegant silhouette. This is theelegant silhouette. This is theperfect choice for ultra-formaloccasions. Side vents offerfreedom of movement and

easier access to pockets; theyalso make it easier to sitwhile wearing your jacket.A tuxedo with side ventsA tuxedo with side vents

can be worn at any time butis slightly less flatteringthan the no vent option.

The Shawl Collar has a rounded edge and is the most popular choice of lapel in a tuxedo. It often comes in satin or silk but can be anything you like if choosing a bespoke choosing a bespoke tuxedo. It’s also considered the safest bet for a collar in that it suits any formal occasion.

The Peak Lapel is a good choice for men with round faces or bodies as it creates faces or bodies as it creates an elongating effect drawing the attention away from those extra pounds around the midriff. This is the most formal choice for lapels and is most commonly found in wedding tuxedos. wedding tuxedos.

Lapel coverings are most commonly silk in the form of satin or grosgrain. This covering will have a bearing on your choice of bow tie and cummerbund material. For this reason, grosgrain is a good choice as it allows for more variation choice as it allows for more variation in your choice of accessories.

Buttons can be plain black or use the same covering as the lapels.

Pockets on a tuxedo should reflect the outfit’s minimalistic appearance and so jetted pockets are the only choice. Choose flap pockets at your choice. Choose flap pockets at your peril.

Pants are made from thesame fabric as the jacket withthe waistband often coveredby a cummerbund, waistcoator jacket. A belt is never worn

as it adds bulk to the desired slim as it adds bulk to the desired slim silhouette.

The side seams are covered and usually match the tuxedo’s lapels. This elegant strip of silk has the added benefit of

adding height to the wearer’sappearance.

1 STYLE

2 LAPELS

3 FINISHES

VENTS 4

PANTS 5