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Featuring the
Largest Selection of
Men's Formalwear in Colorado Springs!
Gentlemen's Choice Tuxedo
is the best choice for your special ocassion. You'll find everything
you need to look your best, including traditional and contemporary
tuxedos, as well as all the accessories!
While you're here, you can...
- Learn the do's and don't of prom night in our 'Stuff
To Know' section.
- What tuxedos should your wear for your body type in our "Dressing
Tips"
DRESSING TIPS
Many women find that all men look better in a tuxedo. But contrary
to appearance, 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's best for your body type.
Short, Slender men should look for single-breasted jackets
with long lines, a low-button stance (it elongates the body), and
wide peak lapels. Other styles 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 men 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.
Short, Stocky men 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 should 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.
Tall, Husky Pay attention to sleeve lengths. A tall man's
fingertips should touch the bottom of the jacket. Men with thick
necks and wide faces should skip wing tip collars and choose spread
collars with fuller bow ties.
Tall, Slim men 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.
Fit: To avoid wedding day mishaps, the groom and groomsmen
should try their tuxedos on for final fittings (including studs
and cufflinks) before leaving the formalwear rental shop.
STUFF TO KNOW FOR PROM
Maybe this is your first formal event. Maybe you went last year.
It doesn't matter. It does pay to know some of the basics when it
comes to good etiquette and good manners.
DO'S & DON'TS OF PROM NIGHT:
---> Here are a few things to keep in mind for the event - and
they're all painless!
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Don't Drive With Your Coat On...
if you can avoid it. This will keep your tux from being wrinkled
in any pictures.
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Don't Just Honk Your Horn...
and expect her to come running! It is the 'Big Night' and she expects
you to come to the door. And, this is a major photo opportunity
for her family (and probably yours, too).
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She Goes Through All Doors First...
and that means you open doors for her - including car doors. And
don't forget to close the car door, too!
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You Walk On The Curb Side...
if you're on a sidewalk, you always walk on the curbside and she
walks to the inside of you.
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You Help Her To Be Seated...
it's not a big deal to simply pull her chair out for her if you
go to dinner or are seated at a table. As she sits, a little nudge
on her chair is appreciated.
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She Orders First...
if you go to dinner. Or you order for her. If you're going with
another couple, the women always order before the men. And, keep
your tuxedo coat on for dinner, never over the back of your chair!
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She Gets The First Dance...
with you and you with her. If you're not the dancing type, at least
get up the nerve to dance at least one dance with her. You may find
that you are not that bad!
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Most importantly...
Don't Drink & Drive!
Great Links
Bridal Elegance
SouthernColoradoEvents
SpringsWeddings.com
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Best Visuals Weddings
Mystic Meadows
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