The tuxedo was invented by Pierre Lorillard IV of New York City so it was first used in New York City.
The term 'Tuxedo' was named after Tuxedo Park, a Hudson Valley enclave for New York's social elite where it was often seen in its early years.
The tuxedo was named after the town (in New York) where it was first worn. Mens formal wear was traditionally a long jacket...but when someone aarrived at the county club with a short coat...the tuxedo was born.
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"I only wore a tuxedo once in my life -so far!" "A tuxedo seems to be worn by penguins!" "Are all tuxedos black?"
Tuxedos are basically tailless dinner jackets. They became popular in the late 1800s as outdoor activities became more popular among the upper class. The first use of the word "Tuxedo" to refer to clothing appeared in 1889.
The tuxedo is not the shirt, it is the jacket worn over the shirt. However, a shirt with French cuffs does go well with a tuxedo.
a suit (tuxedo) would be the most formal
You would wear it wherever you would wear a tuxedo. A cumberbund is part of the formal wear attire that is an accessory to the tuxedo. & it is worn, by men, around the waist.
A cummerbund is a broad waist sash, often worn as an article of formal dress, such as a tuxedo or dinner jacket.
Well, you can wear a tuxedo anywhere you want, just as long as it doesn't violate the dress code in a particular area. ( If there is one ) However, they are usually worn to more formal events, such as a wedding.
If a black bow tie was worn with a white tuxedo it would make a great combination! The bow tie would really stand out and look great.