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Last Minute Wedding Tips

8 Last-Minute Wedding Tips

by Jim's Formal WearAugust 29, 2019

The big day —your wedding — is quickly approaching. Are you ready for it? Planning a wedding is a huge task, and sometimes even the most meticulous planners miss something. Whether you’re a few weeks out from the wedding or it’s the night before, be…

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how to find a suit that fits

How to Find a Suit that Fits

by Jim's Formal WearJuly 29, 2019

No matter how great a suit looks on the rack, it won’t look good on you if it doesn’t fit you well. But what fits, and how do you know which suit is best for you? We’ve put together a complete guide to show you…

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how to stay cool in a suit

How to Stay Cool in a Suit

by Jim's Formal WearJuly 18, 2019

A good suit never goes out of style, even when the hottest season of the year hits. If you wear suits to work, or you’re looking forward to plenty of formal events like weddings during the summer, you’re probably wondering how you can stay cool…

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when to wear a cummerbund

When to Wear a Cummerbund

by Jim's Formal WearJune 10, 2019

Do you always need a cummerbund when you wear a tux? Can you replace it with a vest? And is there a certain way to wear one? Wearing a cummerbund can be confusing sometimes. Don’t worry! We’re here to give you the important details on…

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What Grooms Need to Know About Picking a Tux

by Jim's Formal WearMay 28, 2019

Tuxedo shopping for a wedding might not get as much attention as shopping for a bride’s dress, but it’s still a very important part of wedding planning. Check out our guide to avoiding common mistakes that grooms make when picking a tux for their big…

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Renting vs. Buying a Tuxedo or Suit: Which is Right for You?

by Jim's Formal WearDecember 17, 2018

For some men, donning a tuxedo or suit is daily business attire. A closet brimming with jackets, ties, and dress pants makes sense. But, for many of us, our brush with formalwear comes only when preparing for a special event. It’s confusing to know if…

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how to button a suit

What Are the Rules for How to Button a Suit?

by Jim's Formal WearJuly 3, 2018

Oh, buttons! They grace so many parts of a formal suit but seem to cause lots of confusion. How to button a suit (and all its parts!) is the question of the day. Should buttons be buttoned or unbuttoned? Are they just decoration or useful?…

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5 Tips for Your Rustic Wedding

by Jim's Formal WearMarch 29, 2016

A barn can be the perfect setting for your country chic wedding. Today, outdoor weddings at a farm or in a barn setting are taking place all over the country, and they offer the bride and groom a very unique and intimate location for their…

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Colorful, Coordinated Prom Tuxedos and Accessories

The Ultimate Prom Checklist for Guys

by Jim's Formal WearMarch 18, 2016

Prom night will likely be one of the highlights of your high school career. Make it a great night, and be prepared with our prom checklist. Have a Plan It’s a big night, and you’ll have more fun if everything goes smoothly. So first things…

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Berkeley Slim Fit Tuxedo by Michael Kors

A Guide to Wedding Guest Attire

by Jim's Formal WearMarch 11, 2016

We’ve all been there. You receive an invitation to be a guest at a wedding, and while the invite clearly lays out the who, when, and where, you’re left guessing what to wear. Use these helpful guidelines to know what wedding guest attire to wear…

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