The groomsmen
tuxedos represent the personality of the groom
 The
night before the wedding the groom will give his groomsmen gifts
We have put together some tips on picking the
right tuxedo for you and your groomsmen.
Be sure to try on the tuxedo before leaving
the store. This way if there are any alterations they can be fixed
right there at the shop.
Tuxedo recommendations by body type
Small frame:
Single-breasted jackets with long lines, a
low-button stance (it elongates the body), and wide peak lapels look
good on the small frame. Selection of the right pant style is
important as well. Reverse double-pleated trousers is a great choice
for grooms with smaller frames. Keep in mind that the perfect pant
leg should always break slightly on top of the shoe and angle a bit
downward in back.
Stocky grooms 5'8" and under:
The athletic or muscular body type usually
looks best in a tuxedo jacket with slim shawl collars. The top
button should fall at the small of the waist to provide the torso
with a leaner look. This body type should choose jackets with a
natural shoulder line and try to avoid the more broad European
styles. When it comes to pants, reverse double-pleated trousers with
the pleats extending toward the pockets tend to offer the best
comfort and style. The pants should extend as low as possible on the
foot, angles slightly in the back to elongate the leg. Try to avoid
too much of a break on the foot, this causes the pant leg to slope
and look sloppy.
Tall, large frame:
This body type usually looks best in
shawl-collar tuxedos. The jacket length is extremely important, and
to get the best fit, the groom should place his arms at his sides
and relax his hands and fingers. At this point in the fitting of the
jacket, the grooms fingertips should touch the bottom of the jacket.
His shirt cuffs should extend at least half an inch beyond the
jacket sleeve also. Look to spread collars and fuller bow ties. The
pant leg should have a slightly wider silhouette to accommodate a
larger thigh also.
Tall, thin grooms:
Look terrific in almost every tuxedo style.
One popular choice is the double-breasted tuxedo with slightly broad
shoulders and a suppressed waist. The jacket buttons should close
high on the waistline. A high shoulder line is better than a natural
one also. Keep in mind that you want the garments to be full, while
still following the lines of the body.
A tuxedo is a single-or-double-breasted jacket with matching
trousers for formal or semiformal evening weddings is preferred, and
tuxes come in a variety of fabrics. Accessories include a dress
shirt with cuff links and studs, as well as a bow tie with a vest or
cummerbund.
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