Tuxedo/black tie event....

[OUAndy1807]

So the Mrs. and I are going to a black tie event representing my company. My understanding is that black tie means a tuxedo for men no matter what.

Is it going to be possible for me to rent a tux in OKC without it looking like a dummy? Is there anything that I should stay away from that will make it look obvious that the tux is rented (trendy stuff, cheap stuff, etc...) Anyone have any suggestions of nice rental places?

[sooneron]

And yes, black tie means formal tuxedo.

http://www.yee.ch/movies/D/DU/Dumb_Dumber/Photos/dumb_dumber6.jpg



I own mine. It was a great investment. I think I paid about $500 for the tux, tie, and shirt at a discount designer place. It probably saved me about $500 more in rentals.

[frankensooner]

You can probably buy one for what the rentals go for these days. Not a fancy one, but a tux nonetheless.

[sanantoniosooner]

http://www.menswearhouse.com/tuxedos/index.jsp

[sooner_born_1960]

Anything like this should be fine.
http://www.kinggary.com/wp-content/uploads/2007/07/tux.png

[sooneron]

Most people, esp hillbillies in OK probably rent, so you won't look too foolish. Go to a reputable place and rent something understated and elegant. Keep it clean and simple. Don't go too trendy. If you're good at knots get a real tie.

[frankensooner]

The Men's Warehouse site that SAS provided you can buy one for 160. http://www.menswearhouse.com/menswear/detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=1408474395560566&FOLDER%3C%3EbrowsePath=1408474395560566&bmUID=1200069581832

I bet you could find one cheaper someplace else.

Plus, if you own your own, you are always set for the formal night on the cruise ship! ;) Dang airlines lost mine in my luggage and I never replaced it.

[sooneron]

Yeah, this aint bad...

http://www.menswearhouse.com/tuxedos/occasion_detail.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=25343743 02401041&tab=2&look=1&bmUID=1200069762611

[Miko]

I agree with all this: buying is better. The cheap tux you buy is usually better quality and fit than the cheap tux you can rent.

Alway think classic not trendy.

Personally I would recommend a nice vest over a cumberbun, but I suppose that is strictly a matter of taste. And buy a descent set of links for the shirt.