There are 3 main types of suit, the two-piece suit, the three-piece suit, or the tuxedo each has its own unique features that influence which one you choose. Feature Two-Piece Suit Three-Piece Suit Components Jacket and matching trousers Jacket, trousers, and waistcoat (vest) Formality Versatile; work to weekend weddings Step up; ceremonial or traditional occasions Versatility High; pieces can be worn individually or casual Polished; best worn as a full coordinated set Styling Can pair with T-shirts or rollnecks Best with coordinating shirt, tie, and smart shoes Fit & Cut Tailored, slim-fit, straight leg Tailored, slim-fit, matching components Best Occasions Interviews, business, date nights Weddings, evening events, formal impressions A classic two-piece suit comprises a jacket and matching trousers,...
Most people have heard of a White Tie or Black Tie dress code, but perhaps have never explored what each dress code demands. In short, both are the most formal of events with White Tie being the top of the formal scale, and Black Tie being next in line. If you have been invited to a formal event, it is advisable to ask the host which dress code is expected. Wearing White tie to a Black tie event would be acceptable, but to wear Black tie to a White tie event, would be completely inappropriate. What is Black Tie Dress Code? Black tie is a formal dress code for evening events, typically starting after 5pm. You’ll often encounter it at...
With detachable collars re-emerging on the formalwear scene as a fashionable alternative to the Oxford shirt. How to Wear the Detachable Collar and Studs The detachable collar must always be worn with a collarless shirt. When purchasing your collar, you will need to allow additional room around the neck for the collar studs that are worn at the front and back of the neck. We recommend that you choose half a collar size above your usual measurement to allow for them. There are three different types of starched collar: the winged collar, the traditional cutaway with sharp edges, or cutaway with curved edges. This offers you the flexibility to select the collar of your choice for your formal occasion. You...
Freshers week, also known as welcome week, is practised by universities worldwide as an opportunity for students to be introduced to their university, meet their housemates and navigate their way around some of the local area. Freshers week at Oxford University is celebrated the week before the term begins and is designed to ease the students into university life. This is achieved by combining fun activities, with tours of the Oxford University Colleges, of which there are over 30 spread across the City centre and beyond, giving the students peace of mind before they begin their studies. Freshers week is a great opportunity to meet neighbouring students that are studying other courses, but also to connect with any of Oxford...
Highland dress as we know it today has perhaps been propelled into the forefront of our minds as something that is worn by the Royals as they visit Scotland, or as they attend other events affiliated with Scotland such as the Highland games. The Royals have a long and varied history with the traditional cloth of Scotland, known as tartan. There was a time in 1746 when King George II actually banned anyone that wasn't in the military from wearing Highland Dress with risk of up to 6 months imprisonment for the first offence! This act was repealed, and Highland Dress soared in popularity with the general public and royalty. Thus the love affair with Highland Dress was rekindled and...
