The most beautiful Tuxedos in the world - Kiton and other high fashion Italian designers
Italian tuxedo designers are some of the best in the world. They're known for their fine materials, handcrafted sartorial construction and attention to detail. If you want to look your absolute best when attending an event, then it's time to invest in a tuxedo or smoking jacket from one of these designers!
But first, what exactly is the difference between a tuxedo and a suit?
Tuxedo vs suit
The main differences between a tuxedo and a suit are that:
- A tuxedo is made from a darker fabric.
- Tuxedos almost always have satin lapels and often satin buttons, whilst suits usually feature notch or peak lapels.
- Tuxedos are worn with formal accessories such as bow ties and suspenders (braces in the UK) whereas suits may be worn with informal accessories such as neckties.
- Also, tuxedos are only worn at formal evening events - tuxedo is not interchangeable with suit in terms of meaning! It’s important to know the difference between tuxedo and suits because an event may request black tie or “formal attire” which usually means tuxedo.
- The final difference is the most fundamental, the lapel of a tuxedo is made from a different material to the rest of the suit and is normally exclusively made from satin. A suit, on the other hand, blends the lapel into the suit, and doesn't make it distinct like in a tuxedo.
What is a smoking jacket or dinner suit?
Before we talk about tuxedos in more detail; it's important to know that there are other names for them. In Britain (and therefore in James Bond) A tuxedo is known as a dinner suit. In European countries, they're often referred to as smoking jackets. These terms are almost used interchangeably, although a smoking jacket is normally just the jacket (and you will therefore have to buy tuxedo pants separately.) Also Smoking jackets are normally made from specific materials which absorb the smell of smoke - but the style is the same in all 3 types of jackets, dinner, tuxedo, and smoking. Smoking jackets are also normally slightly longer than Tuxedos.
What to wear with a tuxedo
In addition to tuxedo trousers, tuxedos can be combined with a white dress shirt that has been well-starched and tailored in a classic fit. A tuxedo shirt will have a classic straight cut in the front and a single button closure in the back.
For more formal occasions, tuxedos are worn with a bow tie or necktie, suspenders (also known as braces in the UK), and black dress shoes. When wearing formal accessories such as bow ties, it is best to avoid patterns with a black tux. Finally, make sure you are wearing a bow tie.
Who are the best Italian tuxedo Sartorial designers in 2021/22?
IsuiT - Italian Sartorial Luxury - Is very proud of our collection of Kiton Tuxedos. These smoking jackets and full tuxedo suits are considered to be the highest quality in the world. As they make up a large proportion of our tuxedo collection, this article will have a select few of them listed throughout.
But what is the difference between a Sartorial handmade suit and one that you can buy for a tenth of the price?
Well, firstly, all of Kiton's suits and Tuxedos are handmade. This is a dying art, or at least it would be if not for the hard efforts of companies such as Kiton. Based outside of Napoli, Italy, in a place called Arzano (less than 10 miles from IsuiT!) these suits are churned out by a team of over 100 "Sarti" (which means tailor in Italian.)
Once you place an order with us, we aim to fulfill it as soon as possible, it will normally be shipped within 24 hours. We offer free shipping around the world for all suits, and we know how excited you will be to receive your new tuxedo, so we also try to get them to you as soon as possible.
Where can I buy an Italian-made Tuxedo for my wedding?
We currently have a beautiful selection of Kiton Tuxedos, which will allow you to stand out at your own wedding better than any other suit. Sure, they're more expensive than your average machine-printed suit, but the quality is far superior.
These smoking jackets are considered to be amongst the highest quality in the world, and they are therefore perfect for you to make the right statement on your wedding day.
If you're looking for luxury Italian designers are the best prices you will find online, look no further than IsuiT - Italian Sartorial Luxury.
What to look for when you want to buy a high-quality tuxedo
For tuxedos, you’ll want to look for high-quality materials and a versatile style that will work with many different types of accessories. For example, tuxedos are typically worn without neckties so avoid tuxedos with tie slits or tuxedos where the lapels cover the buttons.
You should also make sure you're being from a seller that is known for creating high-quality suits and tuxedos. For example, if you're buying Kiton, you're buying with confidence. At IsuiT - Italian Sartorial Luxury, we have over 25 years of experience in the industry, with tuxedos and suits.
When to wear a tuxedo
You should only wear a tuxedo for ultra formal events, for example:
- Weddings
- Proms and graduations
- Formal dinners
- Business events where tuxedos are required
To sum up, tuxedos are formal outfits that make a statement. They’re sleek and stylish which is why they can be great for weddings or other special occasions. If you want to look your best at the next big event in your life; buy Kiton tuxedos from IsuiT - Italian Sartorial Luxury.
Is a suit or a tuxedo more formal?
This is kind of a "how long is a piece of string" question - Because it very much depends on the suit. However, generally speaking, we can say that a tuxedo is considered by most people to be more formal than a suit.
There are some suits that when worn incorrectly combinations can seem even more formal than a tux, but your average tux is more formal than your average suit.
A tuxedo is especially more formal than your average suit if it has a shawl collar or peak lapels (sometimes called tuxedo collars.)
One of the biggest factors in determining how formal something looks is, unsurprisingly, what colour it is. A tux that's black with white accessories will look very dressy indeed.
A tuxedo is often named after the tuxedo jacket, but tuxedos can also be two-piece suits that include a tuxedo shirt and tuxedo trousers.
When you are attending an event where black tie or "formal attire" is required, dressing in a tux will ensure that you are the best-dressed guest there.
At IsuiT - Italian Sartorial Luxury, we know tuxedos like no other brand does, and our tuxedo collection is second to none.
How many buttons on a tuxedo
A tuxedo normally has either one, two, or sometimes three buttons. It very much depends on the designer, but Kiton often does either one button or two buttons. Three buttons is much rarer, but you will see some tuxedos with 3 buttons.
Where does the boutonniere go on a tuxedo?
The boutonniere can either go on the lapel of your tuxedo or simply in the breast pocket. Not all tuxedos will have a breast pocket, and therefore it's necessary to sometimes put it on the lapel. You should put your boutonniere in line with your breast pocket, or where your breast pocket would be if you had one.
Tuxedo Shirts - Designer Italian Tux shirts
The final piece of the puzzle is to buy yourself a white tuxedo shirt. But what exactly is the difference between a normal suit shirt (dress shirt) and a tuxedo shirt? The main difference is the collar, a tuxedo shirt has a smaller collar, which allows you to wear a bowtie instead of a necktie. Here are two of our best Kiton Tuxedo shirts picked especially for you, these will go with any tuxedo you buy, and are amongst the highest quality in the world.
What is an example of a very expensive tuxedo?
Although it's not the most expensive tuxedo in the world (probably someone, somewhere, has created a tuxedo that has diamonds sewed into it) This burgundy Vicuna tuxedo blazer is definitely up there. Originally costing over $18,000 - this truly is one of the most expensive tuxedos in the world.
Want to learn about the explosion of burgundy as the most formal color? Check out our article on Burgundy formal clothes.
