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Expert Advice from Street Tuxedos: What to Ask Yourself Before You Shop for Tuxedos

Wednesday, August 3, 2011

Finding something for your grooms may seem like it's a lot simpler than dressing yourself and your bridesmaids for the wedding but sometimes the simplest details are the ones that require a little more work than we realize. To keep you from going into a tuxedo rental place and realizing that you have no idea where to start after you get there, we had Rachael Street of Street Tuxedo give us a list of questions you and your groom need to ask before tux or suit shopping.

Street Tuxedo were able to perfectly match the guys' ties to the bridesmaids shoes. Image: A New Heart Photography

Guest Expert Rachael of Street Tuxedo Says, "Ask Yourself...

What do you have in mind?

When a bride and groom come in to look at wedding attire they either have a good idea of what they want or have NO idea at all. It is very important to start with the question: “Do you know what you are looking for”. Because it can send you into two different conversations, either: I know exactly what I want…Grey Suit, no vest only suspenders etc. OR we have no idea please tell us all of our options.

Our customers have NO idea how many options they really have. In tuxes/suits alone you have at least 10 different colors to pick from: black, white, ivory, light grey, dark grey, navy, khaki, tan, brown and pinstripe. And then you have hundreds of vest and tie combo color options. We do ask that you bringa swatch if there is a color you want to match exactly.

Image: Alex Bee Photo

When is your wedding?

Your wedding date will tell you what your options are and are not – like no white shoes after Labor Day.

How many guys do you have getting tuxes/suits?

This will tell us whether it’s a small intimate day, large over the top party or somewhere in between. Often times a few important people are forgotten about: fathers, stepfathers, ring bearers and usher. Keep in mind we have bigger discounts for larger numbered parties.

What is the look/feel you are trying to achieve?

Think of your venue, color, theme, and whether your wedding is casual or formal; if you're going for trendy or classic.

What is your budget?

Although price is a concern, it is rarely a deciding factor. Most grooms keep their guys’ wallets in mind when choosing a style. And if what they pick is more than they think their guys can afford, they usually just offer to pay a portion of each guy’s rental.

Image: Brooke Boling

Image: Brett Warren

At Street Tuxedo, we take all of the guess work out of the 'choosing attire for my guys' process. After you have booked your wedding, we send a follow up email that answers most questions you have forgotten to ask:

• We include important dates—dates to be measured by, dates for pick up and payment, and dates for returns.
• We include a guide for out-of-town groomsmen—measurements needed and suggestions on locations to get fitted.
• We include the price—This way there are no surprises when you arrive to pick up the tux, as far as costs are concerned.

From ties to bow ties, Street Tuxedo has tons of options. Images by Brett Warren (left) and Kevin Wimpy Photography (right)

Thank you Rachael! From the testimonials we've read to feedback from brides and grooms, we know that Street Tuxedo works really hard to make sure your tuxedo shopping goes off without a hitch. "Although we do this on a daily basis, we want you to feel like you are our one and only concern. It’s because of you, we love what we do!" Check them out online or stop by to talk to them, their staff will be happy to help and be sure to let them know you're an ABG bride for some exclusive deals.

About the Author:

Tabitha

Blogging is something I’ve enjoyed doing for years. My interests lie mostly in lifestyle related topics like fashion, style, design, food and weddings. When I heard Ashley was looking to bring on new members to the ABG team, I jumped at the opportunity - I can’t think of a better way to stay involved in weddings than to write about them and to stay in touch with the trends and new ideas. Lucky for me, Ashley likes my blog and trusts my experience to bring me on and so far, it’s been a blast.

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send   Posted on August 3, 2011 | Filed under: Advice & Planning, Grooms, Groomsmen & Tuxedos