A power suit is designed to send a message of confidence, authority, and a healthy dose of swagger. While you might be able to recognize a well-put-together outfit when you see one, it can be challenging to determine what separates an okay suit from one that makes looks extra sharp. Whether you are making a speech at an awards ceremony or want to look your best for a job interview, three crucial components convey power with your suit no matter the occasion; Fit, fabric, and style. Here is an infographic that helps break it down, continue reading for a few basics on how to make a lasting impression.

• Stick to solid colored dress shirts, such as blue or white. These colors will allow you to accessorize and add darker tones or patterns elsewhere for contrast as well as function as a versatile part of your wardrobe that pair well with other jackets and ties. Make sure you press and clean stains from your shirt, so you can still display your self-assurance even after you remove your suit jacket.

• Find a vibrant silk tie, preferably one with a darker shade to offset your lighter shirt underneath.

• Charcoal gray, navy blue, and black suits are all viable color options. Consider how the color of your tie goes with the color of your suit. Keep in mind common eye-catching combinations; an emerald green tie with a dark blue suit, a royal purple tie with a gray suit, etc.

• Accessories are often overlooked but can be critical for you to command attention. Invest in a dress watch, a pocket square, a leather belt, and proper dress shoes. Make sure that your shoes match your belt and that your watch matches any other jewelry.

Dress Up Your Mentality

When you look good, you feel good. Wear a suit that fits you right and gets heads turning, and your morale boost will make you feel inherently more capable, professional, and suave. Let Gallelli Formal Wear help look your best for whatever that occasion may be.

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Here at Gallelli Formal Wear, we provide and tailor high-quality formal wear and three-piece suits in the Manayunk area for all types of extravagant occasions. Our team of professional tailors and fashion designers have been helping men to look sharp for over thirty years, and over that period, we’ve heard just about every misconception about formal wear that you can think of. Now, we want to expose some of the most common tuxedo myths for anyone considering getting a tux for an upcoming formal event:

Myth #1: Tuxedos Are Uncomfortable

This idea couldn’t be further from the truth. The old days of stiff, formal shirts and over-starched collars are history. Unless for the outfit was manufactured in the 1930s, it will be just as comfortable as a regular suit and tie. This works on the assumption that your dress clothes have been tailored and properly fitted.

Myth #2: Tuxedos Cost Too Much

Many people claim that cost is one of the reasons they won’t wear a tuxedo, but this isn’t the truth. Tuxedo rental fees are incredibly affordable. These timeless outfits are the pinnacle of sharp, fresh, and understated elegance when it comes to dressing to impress. Those that claim that these items are too expensive should actually consider it an investment — and one that leaves you looking and feeling fantastic.

Myth #3: Tuxedos Make You Look Like a Butler

While a poorly fitting, cheap tuxedo could make you look like hired help, a smartly coordinated, well-tailored tux will make you look like a dapper professional. That’s why we provide full tailoring services for all of our tuxedos and formal wear items at Gallelli Formal Wear.

Myth #4: Tuxedos Are Old-Fashioned

There is a massive difference between old-fashioned and classic. “Old-fashioned” is a phrase used to coin something that is a product of a specific period, while “classic” describes something that transcends time. Tuxedos are a classic piece of fashion history, timeless in their elegance and their ability to make men look incredible, decade after decade.

Myth #5: Formal Wear Is Too Much Effort

With a well-fitting, tailored tux, men can look fantastic with minimal effort whatsoever. Formal wear is there to complement the male physique, sharpening a man’s features while making him look and feel a million dollars at the same time.

For more information, to view the rage of formal wear items available, or for prom suits in the Manayunk area, contact us today.

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Here at Gallelli Formal Wear, we’ve been providing suits, shirts, ties, shoes, and tuxedos for our customers for over thirty years. As the leading provider of formal menswear products in Philadelphia, our they rely on us to have our finger on the pulse when it comes to formal fashion advice and styles. That’s why we’ve created this blog explaining the best type of shoes to complement your tuxedo.

Below are some of the more popular shoe styles that help to complete a formal tuxedo outfit:

Formal Pumps

The formal pump is popular with formal wear traditionalists and maintains its place in society as a complementary footwear option that is both casual and simple. Formal pumps often display a silk bow in the center that can be flat or pinched; the shoes are typically designed using high-shine patent leather.

The subtle contrast between the bow and the leather help these shoes to match with the tuxedo, especially when the outfit includes a silk cummerbund. 

Albert Slippers

Made famous by Prince Albert, the Albert slipper was initially designed for use within the home back in the 1840s. These slippers are available in a broad range of styles and composition variations, most commonly as a black suede shoe with gold embroidery around the foot region.

Although these shoes are popularly manufactured using soft materials, we recommend wearing a leather pair to complement a tuxedo.

Brogues

Brogues are a popular modern style of shoe that can be worn with almost any mixture of formal clothing. If you are looking to keep things looking traditional, purchase a pair of lace-up brogues in shiny black leather. They’re a tidy option to finish off your tuxedo suit. 

Some brogue shoe designs come with intricate patterns carved into the leather. For formal occasions, we recommend avoiding these shoes and opting for a more clean looking design to match with your smart tuxedo. Black is a popular choice in color, although you could also choose a dark brown or burgundy if you prefer something slightly different and unique.

To view our extensive collection of men’s formal wear clothing, contact us today!

Immortalized by on-screen legends playing James Bond, the tuxedo has been around since the mid-1800s and is a pivotal part of the black-tie formal dress code. Here at Gallelli Formal Wear, we provide a varied selection of tuxedos from a range of designer brands and in several colors and styles. We offer an on-site alteration service to make sure that all our tuxedos fit our clients perfectly so that they can arrive at their special event looking and feeling sharp.

We’re sharing our favorite tips on how to wear a tuxedo below:

Pick the Right Neckwear

With many formal events allowing a long tie or a bow tie, we always recommend a bow tie. They complement the outfit perfectly, look smart, and are technically the correct form of neckwear to wear with a tux. If you’re out to impress with your tuxedo outfit, go for the bow tie.

Opt for a White Shirt

For certain events such as proms, black shirts are acceptable beneath a tuxedo. However, the contrast of a white shirt beneath a black coat is unrivaled by any other color combination. This contrast helps to add definition to a masculine figure, which is what tuxedos were designed to enhance.

Add Studs and Cufflinks

Although tuxedo shirts can be fastened with regular buttons, you improve the overall outfit and look much smarter by adding studs and cufflinks. It’s up to you which style of cuffs or studs that you choose to personalize your outfit. A basic silver set is often a great choice to sharpen an outfit without looking over the top.

Add a Pocket Square

Almost all tuxedo coats have a front pocket on the left side just above the chest. These pockets look much better with a pocket square inside. Adding this accessory to your formal outfit shows others that you care about your appearance and want to impress. The most formal type of fold is a narrow, straight edge fold.

The Pant Hem Must Be Perfect

The last thing anybody wants is a perfect tuxedo outfit being ruined by trousers that are too short. The trousers should have pant legs resting comfortably on the tops of the shoes. You don’t want to be showing off your socks when you sit down to eat. By getting the trousers just right, the entire outfit is complete.

Add Patent Leather Shoes

Plain, round-toed patent leather shoes truly complement a tuxedo outfit for a formal occasion. Try to avoid wearing tassels, square-toed shoes, and spats. NEVER wear sneakers, sandals, or slippers with a tux.

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