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The look: Black tailcoat with matching pants featuring a satin stripe White piqu wing-collar shirt White vest (waistcoat) White bow tie (self-tied, every time) Black patent leather oxfords White gloves, optional for most modern white tie events Studs and cufflinks to match Our pick: The Wing Tip Tuxedo Shirt White tie is rare in America, but when it shows up, there is exactly one right answer

A couple of weeks ago I finally settled on what to make

This is the outfit that turns heads on winter city streets

Sewing is happiness

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If the wedding is scheduled for warmer months or during the day, feel free to mix in some lighter and brighter colors, too