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Many women find that
all men look better in a tuxedo. But contrary to appearances, not
all tuxedos are alike. Subtle differences in jackets, collars, and
pants styles can be flattering or fatal, depending on your body type.
Pick the tuxedo that best
fits your body type. That picture of you and your bride is going
to be prominently featured in your living room for a long time.
There’s no reason not to look your best.
grooms should look for
single-breasted jackets with long lines, a low-button stance (it
elongates the body), and wide peak lapels. Other stylish options include
wearing a double-breasted tuxedo jacket or a subtly patterned vest and
tie. Selection of the right pant style is key, too. Reverse
double-pleated trousers are a good choice for grooms with short, slender
frames. And the perfect pant leg should always break slightly on top of
the shoe and angle a bit downward in back.
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grooms with athletic or
muscular body types look best in tuxedo jackets with slim shawl collars.
The top button should fall at the small of the waist to give the torso a
leaner look. Also, choose jackets with a natural shoulder line and avoid
the more broad European styles. When it comes to pants, reverse
double-pleated trousers with pleats extending toward the pockets tend to
offer the best comfort and style. Pants should extend as low as possible
on the foot, angled slightly in the back to elongate the leg. Be sure to
avoid too much of a break on the foot, otherwise the pant leg will look
sloppy.
grooms with broad
shoulders and muscular frames look best in shawl-collar tuxedos.
Jacket length is especially important. To determine a good fit, Bernie
Toll, a New York City formalwear expert, recommends that the groom place
his arms at his sides and relax his hands and fingers. "His fingertips
should touch the bottom of the jacket," says Toll," and his shirt cuffs
should extend at least half an inch beyond the jacket sleeve." The
construction of the jacket may need to be a bit loose to provide ease of
movement. Also, grooms with thick necks and wide faces should avoid
narrow ties and wing-tip collars that look constrictive. Instead, opt
for spread collars and fuller bow ties. And the pant leg should have
slightly wider silhouette to accommodate muscular thighs.
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grooms look well in
just about every tuxedo style. An especially good choice is a
double-breasted tuxedo with slightly broad shoulders and a suppressed
waist. Jacket buttons closed up high on the waistline look especially
good, and a high shoulder line is better than a natural one. Garments
should be full, while still following the lines of the body, and
trousers should also have a higher rise with more of a break in the
pant. This body type can easily wear vests and ties in colors and
patterns.
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