10 Black Tie Rules To ALWAYS Follow | Black Tie Event Dress Code Guide

Sign up for the launch of our complete course, The Groom Guide: The black tie dress code is one of the most prescriptive dress codes in menswear. It’s a formal dress code, but not quite at the formality level of white tie. When you’re wearing a tuxedo for a black tie affair, there are certain rules you should follow. So next time you’re wondering how to dress for a black tie event, refer to this video for a quick and simple black tie guide with all the rules for wearing a tuxedo properly. 0:00 - Black Tie Rules 0:13 - Match Lapel & Bow Tie Fabrics 1:01 - No Clip-On or Self-Tied Bow Ties 1:23 - Wear A Cummerbund 1:56 - No “Regular“ Suits With Bow Ties 2:09 - Don’t Be Creative 2:41 - Wear The Correct Tuxedo Shirt 3:12 - Don’t Rent A Tuxedo 3:31 - Details Matter! 3:52 - Wear The Correct Shoes 4:22 - Black Silk Socks ONLY