Long Ties: These are often the favorite for suits and not so formal events, since they feel formal but not too formal. A good thing about wearing a long tie is that many formal affairs you’ll attend in life will require a bow tie. The downside is that it makes your tuxedo look more like a suit. Also, it bisects the white “V” that is made by the shirt when the coat is closed. That “V” is important because it emphasizes broad shoulders and a narrow waist, for your most masculi

The primary physical difference between a tuxedo and a suit is the presence of satin. Tuxedos have satin facing on the lapels, buttons, pocket trim, and a satin side stripe down the leg of the trousers. Suits don’t incorporate any satin and usually have either plastic buttons or buttons faced with the same fabric as the coat (aka self buttons.) But more than the physical difference, it’s important to note that a tuxedo sends a different message than a suit does. A tuxedo send