Tuxedo Selection
As you select your tuxedo, there are several things to think
about: time of year, formality of the event, the lapel style
of your tuxedo coat, the cut of your tuxedo coat, and the
time of the event. Listed below are some basic guidelines
to consider when choosing your tuxedo.

The Traditional Tuxedo Approach
Traditional tuxedo styles follow time-honored tuxedo traditions.
Ultraformal Traditional Tuxedo
This tuxedo look is the most formal. It centers around a
black full dress tuxedo tailcoat with a white tuxedo vest
and white tuxedo tie. Tuxedo gloves, top hats, and canes
may also accompany this tuxedo option.
Formal Evening Traditional Tuxedo
This tuxedo look features either a black tuxedo jacket or
white dinner tuxedo jacket in warmer weather.
Ultraformal Daytime Traditional Tuxedo
The ultraformal daytime traditional tuxedo is recommended
for events before 4 p.m. This tuxedo look includes a cutaway
coat with striped tuxedo trousers, a grey tuxedo vest, and
a striped ascot or 4-in-hand tuxedo tie.
Formal Daytime Traditional Tuxedo
The formal daytime traditional tuxedo look includes a grey
stroller with striped trousers, a pearl tuxedo vest, a 4-in-hand
tuxedo tie, and a white laydown collar tuxedo shirt.
The Contemporary Tuxedo Approach
The contemporary tuxedo approach allows tuxedos to be selected
with modern interpretations of formal dress codes.
Ultraformal Evening Contemporary Tuxedo
This tuxedo look includes a black, white, grey, or colored
tailcoat with matching tuxedo accessories.
Formal Evening Contemporary Tuxedo
This tuxedo look allows you to express your personal tuxedo
preferences. Tuxedo lapels, multiple tuxedo buttons, and
longer tuxedo lengths can all be used to establish a unique
tuxedo style.
Ultraformal Daytime Contemporary Tuxedo
This tuxedo look features an updated cutaway tuxedo with
pleated, striped, or matching tuxedo trousers.
Formal Daytime Contemporary Tuxedo
The most popular tuxedo style for today's formal events.
This tuxedo look includes all types of formal wear in any
color.
For more details on choosing your tuxedo, e-mail
us today or call 800-233-1404. To locate your nearest
Sarno & Son Tuxedos rental outlet, click
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