I got a last minute invite to the Marine Corps Birthday Ball next Thursday. It's black-tie and I don't own a tux.
But I'm going to take this opportunity to buy one. It's been months since Dappered gave us a tuxedo sale, so for now I'm just going to hit up Macy's and/or Nordstrom and see what they've got.
I'd really need everything. Jacket, pants, pleated shirt, studs, bowtie, patent leather shoes. What I can't decide on at the moment is if I want to go classic (cummerbund) or more unique (vest). Also debating peak vs. notch lapel.
I'd like to spend around $800 for the whole kit, plus maybe another $50 for alterations. What do you guys think - doable? Where would you go look? What style would you pick?
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