The Tailcoat
Essential for a White Tie Event!
The tailcoat is a must for a white tie event.
In this section we will inform you about the most important details and give advice on the perfect fit.
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Details of a tailcoat outfit
- Tailcoats must always be black.
- The cutting shape is very flattering, as it elongates the figure.
Jacket
- The jacket is always single-breasted and cannot be closed.
- The peak lapel collar is made of silk, as on a tuxedo.
Trouser
- The waistband of the trousers sits very high and is covered by the jacket at the sides.
- The black trouser has two silk stripes along the side seam of each leg, and never has a turned up hem.
- As it isn`t possible to fit a belt under the waistcoat, white suspenders (braces) must be worn.
Waistcoat
- The waistcoat is made of white cotton pique, has a lapel collar, and can be single- or double-breasted.
Shirt
- The shirt has a stiff front, a collapsible collar and basic cuffs, which allows you to wear elegant cuff links.
Bow tie
- You must always wear a white cotton pique bow tie (only waiters wear a black tie with a tailcoat).
Shoes
- An absolute must is to wear black patent leather shoes and black knee-high stockings.
Accessories
- A white silk scarf can be worn under the coat.
- You can finish your classic outfit with a white breast pocket handkerchief and white gloves.
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A perfect tailcoat outfit consists of:
- a black jacket, single-breasted, not closed
- black trousers with two silk stripes along the side seams
- white suspenders (braces)
- a waistcoat made of white cotton pique
- a bow tie made of white cotton pique
- black patent leather shoes
- black knee high stockings
- white breast pocket handkerchief
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