For special occasions or formal events with strict dress code, for example, receptions at the Embassy, balls, awards, etiquette requires you to wear a coat. Usually, the invitation is denoted by the notation "White tie" (White tie).

A tuxedo is men's formal dress with English collar. Especially his cut – shortened the waist line in front and two long, narrow tails in the back. Traditionally, the coats are sewn from black crepe lapels and trim sheen of the silk.



The coat wearing a white shirt with a heavily starched bib, stand collar with curved corners and double French cuffs. The kit must include a white pique waistcoat with expensive mother-of-pearl or silk-covered buttons. Frachnyh the narrow cut trousers have double silk straps at the sides and a high waist.



In addition, the coat rely add-ons and accessories: white bow tie, tied by hand, white gloves, black shiny shoes (but not lacquered), discreet cufflinks. The coat does not button buttons, but for the vest is mandatory. In his breast pocket, put a white handkerchief, except in cases when the breast is attached to the order.



A tuxedo is more democratic evening wear, to wear at formal receptions, weddings, theater, movie premieres, etc. the invitations he referred to as "Black Tie" Black tie"). This costume is hard to look bad, but to reach the peak of elegance, you need to know some details.



Tuxedo is a single or double-breasted suit with a shawl collar, normal or peaked lapels. It can be like an ordinary jacket, but its most distinguishing attribute – satin collar. The traditional material for sewing thin coat of black or white with a cream tint.



To tuxedo wear straight pants, outer side seams closed with satin stripes. Also mandatory element is the wide belt purple, crimson or scarlet flowers. It is desirable that the tie was of the same tone or black.



Tuxedo requires a white silk or cotton shirt with wing collar and double cuffs, buttoned expensive cufflinks made of natural stones. Optionally, you can wear a vest. In addition, an elegant way to complement a accessories: black kid gloves, black leather shoes, stylish cigarette case, pocket watch on a chain.



Despite external differences, tuxedo and tails have an important similarity: they both require proper posture and impeccable manners. A shuffling gait, hunched back and ignorance of the rules of etiquette can ruin a impression so that it will not save even the most elegant suit.