The White tie dress code is considered the most formal evening dress code. Wearing white tie comes with strict dress code expectancies, including satin side striped trousers, white gloves, white marcella shirt, white waistcoat, and the all important white tie tailcoat tuxedo. Buy white tie below for less than it would cost to hire.
White-tie attire is the most formal dress code for men, reserved for the most prestigious and elegant events. It exudes sophistication and tradition, embodying a timeless sense of style. Comprising a specific set of garments, white-tie attire is meticulously designed to create a polished and refined appearance, befitting grand occasions such as state dinners, royal events, and exclusive galas.
Core to our white-tie packages is the tailcoat, a knee-length evening jacket with silk-like faced lapels, and a cutaway front that reveals formal trousers. The tailcoat is traditionally black, emphasising the formality of the ensemble. Trousers in black to match feature a stripe of satin running down the outside seam, adding a touch of luxury to the ensemble.
Beneath the tailcoat, a crisp white wing-collared marcella dress shirt is worn. The shirt features a bib front, stiff wing-like collar, and double cuffs, providing a canvas for the wearer to showcase elegant cufflinks. The shirt is typically fastened with studs instead of buttons, further elevating the level of formality. A white marcella bow tie, either pre-tied or self-tied, complements the ensemble and is a quintessential element of white-tie dress.
To complete the look, men don black patent shoes. These shoes are highly polished to add a mirror-like finish, emphasizing the attention to detail in white-tie attire.
Accessories play a crucial role in achieving the desired level of formality. A white marcella cotton waistcoat, also known as a piqué waistcoat, is worn beneath the tailcoat. This waistcoat has a deep "V" shape and is cut low to allow the white marcella bow tie to be prominently displayed. The waistcoat adds a layer of refinement to the ensemble while maintaining the crisp, monochromatic aesthetic.
White dress gloves and a dress cane are optional extras but when used do add to the level of formality.
