Men's Black Tie Wedding Attire 

Discover M.J. Bale's men's black tie wedding attire, including tuxedo jackets and trousers, tuxedo shirts, waistcoats and bow ties for grooms, groomsmen and wedding guests. For a traditional black-tie dress code, start with a well-fitted tuxedo, then build the outfit with a formal white shirt and considered accessories. 

What to Wear to a Black Tie Wedding 

For a traditional black tie wedding, wear a black or navy tuxedo with matching trousers and a white formal or tuxedo shirt. Complete the outfit with a black bow tie and polished dress shoes.

The tuxedo should remain the foundation of the outfit. A waistcoat can add another layer of formality, while cufflinks and other wedding accessories provide the finishing details.

Black Tie for Grooms, Groomsmen & Guests 

For the groom and groomsmen, coordinated tuxedos and formal shirts create a consistent wedding-party look, with accessories providing subtle opportunities for distinction.

Wedding guests should follow the dress code stated on the invitation. If the wedding specifies black tie, a tuxedo is the traditional choice rather than a standard business suit.

Planning outfits for the whole wedding party? Read our guide on How to Coordinate Your Groomsmen Suits for advice on choosing suits, colours, accessories and creating a cohesive look while distinguishing the groom.

For personalised advice, book a Wedding Party Consultation at an M.J. Bale store. Our team can help you coordinate your groom and groomsmen attire, including tuxedo styles, fit, fabrics and accessories.

FAQs

For a traditional black tie wedding, wear a tuxedo with matching trousers, a white tuxedo or formal shirt, black bow tie and dress shoes. Keep accessories refined and consistent with the formal dress code.

A tuxedo is the traditional and most appropriate choice when the invitation specifies black tie. A standard business suit is generally less formal and does not meet the traditional black-tie dress code.

A black suit and a tuxedo are not the same. Tuxedos typically feature distinctive formal details such as satin-faced lapels and are traditionally worn with a bow tie. If the dress code is specifically black tie, choose a tuxedo where possible. 

A white tuxedo or formal shirt is the traditional choice. The shirt should sit cleanly beneath the tuxedo jacket and provide the appropriate foundation for a bow tie and formal accessories.

A black bow tie is the traditional choice for a black-tie dress code. A standard necktie is better suited to business, cocktail and less formal wedding dress codes.

A tuxedo is designed specifically for formal evening dress and traditionally features details such as satin-faced lapels. A suit generally uses the same fabric across the jacket and trousers and can be worn across a broader range of business, wedding and formal occasions.

Yes. A navy tuxedo is a traditional alternative to black for black-tie occasions. Pair it with a white formal shirt, black bow tie and formal dress shoes.

For a black tie wedding, the groom can wear a black or navy tuxedo with a white formal shirt and black bow tie. Fit, fabric and subtle accessories can distinguish the groom while maintaining the wedding's formal dress code.