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A cut above the rest

A tuxedo is the height of formal wear dressing for a man. Bought wisely, it never goes out of style. You can never go wrong with a basic black tuxedo and in most cases it is the only acceptable form. In the future if you want to change the look of it, you can simply accessorise it differently to change its appearance. Here’s a pick of some of the best in the market.

Calvin Klein two-Button Tuxedo

This Calvin Klein tuxedo is noteworthy for its sleek lines and sumptuous super 110’s pure wool cloth that makes fine formal wear superb. The cut is classic with two-button notch lapel, flap pocket and no vent jacket. This will be in style until you are tired of looking at it. Of course, being a Calvin Klein tux, it has a flair to the cut and added style without being over the top. You have a choice of either a flat front (more youthful and more Calvin) or pleated trouser. Both slacks are lined to the knee for comfort.

Hugo Boss one-Button Tuxedo

This tuxedo is so soft, rich and smooth it ought to be illegal. It has the famous fantastic Hugo Boss shaper: long and lean but roomy and very comfortable. The shoulders are wider than your actual shoulder but the line of the coat swoops down to a flattering and slimming jacket. The overall shape of this tuxedo makes you look powerful and chic. Remarkably smooth, remarkably soft super-100's pure wool serge cloth is ideal for year-round wear. Coat is fully lined with two interior breast pockets and one lower phone pocket. Single-pleated slack is well tailored.

Lauren
by Ralph Lauren

Designer Ralph Lauren knows what men want. Stylish with its satin lapel and modern three-button jacket, practical with its besom pockets – and best of all, made of 100 per cent Super 120's worsted wool, a fabric lauded for its year-round use, this one is for class and comfort. Pants arrive with unfinished hems so you can have them tailored for a perfect fit.

Joseph Abboud Designer Tuxedo

This two-button pure wool Joseph Abboud tuxedo is a competent and confident tux. It is a fuller cut, bigger in the chest and shoulder, but not boxy. The cloth is very soft, year-round weight, very smooth and crisp pure wool faille. The higher button two-button styling looks refreshing. The very fine grosgrain on the lapels is only noticeable when you are next to the wearer. This tuxedo is ideal for those who want stylish but not high fashion apparel.

Hickey Freeman Designer Tuxedo

This is the ideal tuxedo for conservative, classic dressers who demand excellence in their clothing. Hickey Freeman’s quality is top notch. Their suit is hand tailored, full canvas, very soft and luxurious. Fabric is a fine pure wool plain weave. The tuxedo is well tailored, very substantial, but it never shouts. One-button notch lapel styling will always be in fashion. The coat has a full bemberg lining and the slack is lined to the knee. You'll enjoy this timeless one-button notch lapel tuxedo for years to come.