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by here2learn
Wed Feb 08, 2006 12:04 am
Forum: The Bespoke Forum
Topic: Footwear for Black Tie
Replies: 30
Views: 10095

Re: Make it match

I would avoid the necktie under any circumstance with a DJ. Could a pair of patent leather oxfords be considered a dress down option? Pumps with a DJ would not be dress down... For evening I should think that plain oxford patent leathers would be most elegant. Polished calf oxfords would then be dr...
by here2learn
Mon Feb 06, 2006 8:44 pm
Forum: The Bespoke Forum
Topic: Footwear for Black Tie
Replies: 30
Views: 10095

Make it match

Thank you for the welcome RWS. The composing of an outfit must correlate, it must match. There are very strict "rules" for White Tie, as it is the most formal attire a gentleman can wear today (aside from uniforms and such). White Tie - You go all the way... (evening and night only) (Morning suit fo...
by here2learn
Sun Feb 05, 2006 9:25 pm
Forum: The Bespoke Forum
Topic: Footwear for Black Tie
Replies: 30
Views: 10095

Patent leather should generally never see daylight.

First post (please be gentle) As I understand: Patent leather should generally never see daylight. WHITE TIE (Evening wear, only day use is on your way home) Pumps with a bow, always in Patent Leather, or plain oxford always in Patent Leather BLACK TIE/TUXEDO/DINER JACKET (Traditionally a dress down...