Typically when you are asked to wear a tuxedo, it’s time to step up and look you’re very best. In nearly every case you will have your picture taken multiple times, escorting a beautiful woman or significant other, and maybe even be prompted to say a few words in front of the crowd to celebrate a special moment.
Selecting a tuxedo and knowing how to wear a tuxedo can be daunting. Here are a few tips on how to wear a tuxedo from our custom clothing experts at Jaxson Maximus.
Seek Professional Advice
Whether you are renting, buying off the rack, or having your tuxedo custom made, spend the time to work with a professional stylist that can guide you properly through the best tuxedo models, silhouettes, and styling details that will help you look you’re very best given your body type.
If possible plan ahead and have your tuxedo custom made. The average lead time for a custom tuxedo is six weeks. Once it arrives you also want to budget a week for any fine-tuning adjustments. It’s best to plan eight weeks ahead of your event if having a custom made tuxedo is an option for you.
Pair your lapels with the proper neckwear
- Peak lapel – bowtie or formal necktie
- Shawl lapel – bowtie only
- Notch lapel- bowtie or formal necktie
Finish your look with proper formal shoes
Typically a formal shoe can be patent leather – traditional calf leather or velvet. The styling characteristic of a typical formal shoe is that it is a plain toe with no perforations or designs on the toe. It’s very minimalist.
Never A Belt
Tuxedo pants are made with formal brace buttons to wear formal braces. Braces or suspenders are needed to keep your pants up while you are cutting the rug around the dance floor.
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Choose The Correct formal shirt collar
Peak lapel – looks best with a traditional spread collar formal shirt
Shaw lapel – looks great with either a wingtip or traditional spread collar formal shirt
Notch lapel – looks best with a traditional spread collar formal shirt
Questions about how to tie a bowtie? Learn more how to property tie a bowtie.
Contrast your sock color
For a fashion touch select a colored sock that matches your colored bowtie and or lapel blossom.
Lapel Blossom
Add some color by finishing your lapel with a lapel blossom that highlights your date’s dress, a color in the wedding, or perhaps just your favorite color.
Cufflink and stud sets
If your tuxedo shirt has a placket where studs are required. Choose your favorite jewel tone, either silver or gold with a formal stone in black onyx or white mother of pearl stud and cufflink set.
If your formal shirt does not have a placket i.e. a fly front and you just need to select your cufflinks – this is a great way to honor your father or grandfather and wear one of their cufflink sets to bring in something old to your outfit and have a great story to tell when you are complemented.
Discover Our Custom Clothing services
We also offer custom outwear, jeans, and accessories. See our pricing and packages for custom clothing or our Custom clothing FAQ page.
Did you know we have a retail location in downtown Miami?! 🔥🙌
It’s not your average flagship location, it’s a luxury men’s experience— offering services like grooming, custom clothing, tailoring, alterations, and so much more!
📍 Stop in or visit our website to learn more about the experience at miami.jaxsonmaximus.com
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Did you know we have a retail location in downtown Miami?! 🔥🙌
It’s not your average flagship location, it’s a luxury men’s experience— offering services like grooming, custom clothing, tailoring, alterations, and so much more!
📍 Stop in or visit our website to learn more about the experience at miami.jaxsonmaximus.com
@jaxsonmaximusmiami
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Experience the heart of Jaxson Maximus— where bespoke craftsmanship defines our every detail.
Visit our Miami flagship for a men’s experience like no other 🪄 @jaxsonmaximusmiami
•
#Miami
#Bespoke
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#tailoring
#MiamiBarber
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#ExploreMiami
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Our golf collection is more than just performance wear — it’s an extension of our bespoke heritage. 🪡
Each polo, jogger, and accessory is crafted with the same care and precision as our custom suits, ensuring that every piece not only fits impeccably but also exudes quiet sophistication.
Discover our brand that moves with you, for every moment on and off the green at jaxsonmaximus.com 🏌️♂️
Our golf collection is more than just performance wear — it’s an extension of our bespoke heritage. 🪡
Each polo, jogger, and accessory is crafted with the same care and precision as our custom suits, ensuring that every piece not only fits impeccably but also exudes quiet sophistication.
Discover our brand that moves with you, for every moment on and off the green at jaxsonmaximus.com 🏌️♂️
Wherever the day leads— from milestone moments to victories on the green— Jaxson Maximus is there with you. Rooted in bespoke craftsmanship, every piece is designed with luxury at its core, delivering style that moves with you for all of life’s moments.
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Wherever the day leads— from milestone moments to victories on the green— Jaxson Maximus is there with you. Rooted in bespoke craftsmanship, every piece is designed with luxury at its core, delivering style that moves with you for all of life’s moments.
@jaxsonmaximusmiami
Not sure what colors actually suit you? Start with your undertone ⬇️
Here are three simple steps to help you decide it, so you can dress with confidence, not guesswork.
Vein Check ✨
In natural light, observe the veins on your wrist:
- Bluish tones suggest a cool undertone
- Greenish hues point to a warm undertone
- A blend of both may indicate a neutral undertone
Sun Reaction☀️
How does your skin respond to sunlight?
- If you burn easily, you likely have a cool undertone
- If you tan quickly, you lean warm
- If it’s a mix, you may fall into the neutral range
Metal Test 💍
Hold silver and gold jewelry near your face:
- If silver enhances your features → you’re likely cool
- If gold brings out warmth and glow → you’re likely warm
- If both suit you? You may be neutral
Not sure what colors actually suit you? Start with your undertone ⬇️
Here are three simple steps to help you decide it, so you can dress with confidence, not guesswork.
Vein Check ✨
In natural light, observe the veins on your wrist:
- Bluish tones suggest a cool undertone
- Greenish hues point to a warm undertone
- A blend of both may indicate a neutral undertone
Sun Reaction☀️
How does your skin respond to sunlight?
- If you burn easily, you likely have a cool undertone
- If you tan quickly, you lean warm
- If it’s a mix, you may fall into the neutral range
Metal Test 💍
Hold silver and gold jewelry near your face:
- If silver enhances your features → you’re likely cool
- If gold brings out warmth and glow → you’re likely warm
- If both suit you? You may be neutral
Tailored from scratch or refined to fit- knowing the difference is knowing how to dress well. Discover when to go bespoke, when to alter, and how both shape the way you show up.
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Because true style isn’t just what you wear- it’s how it fits.
#Miami
#MensStyle
#Tailoring
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#BespokeMenswear
#JaxsonMaximus
Tailored from scratch or refined to fit- knowing the difference is knowing how to dress well. Discover when to go bespoke, when to alter, and how both shape the way you show up.
Swipe to learn more —>
Because true style isn’t just what you wear- it’s how it fits.
#Miami
#MensStyle
#Tailoring
#Alterations
#BespokeMenswear
#JaxsonMaximus
Command every room. Tailored for the men and women who lead⭐️
Only at @jaxsonmaximusmiami
Explore our bespoke services through the link in our bio 📌
Learn more about our brand ✨
@jaxsonmaximusmiami
@jaxsonmaximusperformance
Command every room. Tailored for the men and women who lead⭐️
Only at @jaxsonmaximusmiami
Explore our bespoke services through the link in our bio 📌
Learn more about our brand ✨
@jaxsonmaximusmiami
@jaxsonmaximusperformance
With nearly 40 years of tailoring expertise, our bespoke roots run deep- woven into every stitch, every detail, and every design- it’s the foundation of everything we create.
Explore our Brand ✨ @jaxsonmaximusmiami
With nearly 40 years of tailoring expertise, our bespoke roots run deep- woven into every stitch, every detail, and every design- it’s the foundation of everything we create.
Explore our Brand ✨ @jaxsonmaximusmiami
