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You can choose from an assortment of
neckwear, socks, cuff links, pocket
squares, suspenders, belts, tie bars and
even satin flower lapel pins in a range of
colors and prints—you know, the trendy
add-ons that will guarantee you and your
guys look extra dapper.
THE FIT Without a brick-and-mortar
store, Generation Tux relies on its eTailor
to determine your perfect fit with a
few questions about your body profile,
including height, weight and jean size.
Order your rental three months prior
to your wedding date and you’ll have
plenty of time to flag any fit issues.
Generation Tux will cover minor
alterations up to $20, and if your suit
requires more extensive fixes, they will
send you a free replacement.
THE PROCESS First order of business is
creating an event on the website. Once
that’s done, enter your measurements
using the instructional videos. During
this step, you can also set up a free
at-home try-on if you want to touch and
feel the suit you’re planning to order in
person. Then you’ll pick out your tux or
suit, add accessories and check out. The
whole process takes under 30 minutes.
Once you secure your own rental, you can
then invite your groomsmen to get
started on their orders. Generation Tux’s
management system allows you, your
partner or even your wedding planner to
view the status of each groomsman. (So,
if one of your friends is seriously slacking
and hasn’t been measured yet, you can
follow up before it becomes a full-blown
crisis.) And with friendly automated
reminders of rental deadlines, all of the
stress of managing (read: nagging) your
wedding party is out of your hands.
Another plus: When five or more of your
groomsmen rent tuxedos through
Generation Tux, your outfit is free. Your
rental will arrive 14 days prior to your
wedding. Once you receive your rental,
you have 48 hours to flag any issues.
After your event, return your rentals
within three days with prepaid postage.
STANDOUT SERVICE In addition to killer
accessories, Generation Tux offers a
selection of suits and tuxes in boy sizes—
so even the most pint-size members of
your party will look polished in photos.
PRICE From $69, GenerationTux.com
MEN’S WEARHOUSE
THE SELECTION Men’s Wearhouse is the
go-to for off-the-rack designer suits for
every style, but it also slays at rentals.
There are 25 options to choose from,
including looks for junior groomsmen
and ring bearers. The selection is more
traditional, with two- and three-piece
suit and tux rentals in black, gray, blue
and tan, plus a variety of accessories.
THE FIT Men’s Wearhouse offers a range
of sizes, lengths and styles in classic,
modern and slim fits, depending on the
suit or tux you choose. If you’re unsure
of your size, you can use the site’s builtin
Fit Evaluator or visit one of their
nationwide locations to be measured by
an in-store consultant. ››
FIND YOUR FIT CHOOSING THE RIGHT CUT FOR YOUR SUIT OR TUXEDO CAN MAKE YOUR
RENTAL LOOK AND FEEL CUSTOM MADE. IF YOU WANT A LITTLE EXTRA ROOM, OPT FOR
A CLASSIC FIT. FOR A SLIGHTLY MORE TAILORED LOOK, CHOOSE A MODERN FIT. IF AN
EDGIER STYLE WITH NARROW SLEEVES AND PANTS IS YOUR THING, GO FOR A SLIM FIT.
ELIZABETH AUSTIN PHOTOGRAPHY