The Knot Chicago Weddings Spring Summer 2020_downmagaz.com

FASHION + BEAUTY
THE PROCESS Your rental will arrive two
to three days before your event, but
you should place your order at least 15
days in advance (if you’re cutting it
super close). Start by selecting a prestyled
outfit, or build your own look by
choosing a suit or tux and adding
accessories. Then, specify the type of
event you’re renting for and the date
before entering your measurements
and checking out. Similar to Generation
Tux and The Black Tux, Men’s
Wearhouse offers an online group
management tool to help you keep tabs
on your wedding party. And, if six or
more of your groomsmen rent suit or
tuxedo packages, you can earn a free
JOE Custom suit, a free rental or a
$400 shopping spree. After your event,
you only have one day to return your
rental, but you can return it to any
Men’s Wearhouse location.
STANDOUT SERVICE Men’s Wearhouse
hits the mark with their size-inclusive
range of rentals, with jackets available in
up to sizes 70 long and pants that go up
to a 70-inch waist.
PRICE From $100, MensWearhouse.com
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STITCH & TIE
THE SELECTION Stitch & Tie has a
collection of 27 suits and tuxedos in
traditional shades, as well as a couple
of bolder options like red and teal.
Unlike other sites, they also have a
classic black tuxedo rental specifically
tailored for women too.
THE FIT Stitch & Tie offers a range of
sizes in slim and modern cuts. To ensure
an accurate fit, you’ll have to enter your
specific measurements. If you’re not
sure how to take your measurements,
watch the instructional videos that
make measuring yourself virtually
foolproof. If your rental arrives and the
fit is off, they’ll send you a replacement
if you contact them within 48 hours
or reimburse you up to $15 for minor
alterations. For added peace of mind,
try the at-home trial service and borrow
a suit or tux for 48 hours for $40, which
is later applied to your final costs if you
decide to take the plunge.
THE PROCESS To avoid rush-shipping
charges, start shopping for your rental at
least 21 days before your event. After
creating your account, build your custom
look or choose from a selection of
curated outfits, then enter your event
date and your sizes before checking out.
Their group management tool can save
different looks for each groomsman and
even send out friendly reminders to
place their orders. Your rental will arrive
a week or more before your event date,
and you’ll have 48 hours afterward to
return it. If you need to keep it longer,
there’s an extra fee.
STANDOUT SERVICE No formalwear is
complete without the right accents,
and while Stitch & Tie offers the usual
accessories to complete your outfit,
its bespoke service is pretty innovative.
It works like this: Mail in your fabric
of choice, and their tailors will create a
custom bow tie, tie or pocket square
within four weeks. Let your groomsmen
choose their favorite print, or send in a
swatch complementary to your bridal
party’s dresses to match.
PRICE From $125, StitchandTie.com
CLEAN CONSCIENCE SPILLED SOME BUBBLY ON YOUR JACKET? LOST A BUTTON OR
TWO WHILE TEARING UP THE DANCE FLOOR? DON’T FRET. MOST RENTAL SITES COVER
DRY CLEANING AND MINOR DAMAGES AT NO ADDITIONAL COST, SO THERE’S NO NEED
TO STRESS OUT OR RUSH TO THE CLEANERS BEFORE RETURNING YOUR SUIT OR TUX.
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