Everything You Need To Know About Pulling Off A Tuxedo

Ever since Yves Saint Laurent's legendary ready-to-wear presentation in 1966, the Tuxedo became the chicest ensemble that a woman could ever wear. It is irreverently modern and asserts properness and power whilst being utterly fashion-forward. Critics and women alike adore it, and unlike any other trends, tuxedo dressing is one that will stand the test of time. Here, our tips for pulling off the tuxedo with style and panache.

By Windy Aulia

Rebel With A Cause

Though technically it’s not a Tuxedo, but how else Bianca Jagger can famously set people’s tongue wagging if not by wearing a well-tailored skirt-suit on her wedding day?

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Bianca Jagger

Cool Runnings

For a post-modern take on Tuxedo dressing, look to Angelina Jolie’s oh-so-cool nonchalance on the red carpet.

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Angelina Jolie

Stand Out

It may be borrowed from the boys, but when done right, a Tuxedo ensemble can also make a girl stand equal to her partner.

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Amber Heard

Always Chic

To those who are of a certain age, there’s nothing chicer than wearing a beautiful and impeccably tailored suit. So invest in one!

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Charlotte Rampling

Body Beautiful

Know your body type. Although generally it fits most kinds, but there’s certain sartorial rules that is widely accepted. For example, safe the double-breasted jacket for the tall and lanky type.

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Zendaya

Girls Who Like Boys

Not for the faint-hearted, Tuxedo dressing comes with the territory of masculine-influenced wardrobe. So proceed with caution!

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Ines de la Fressange

Think Tailored

Only wear a Tuxedo that is specially tailored for you. At least get one off the rack and bring it to your regular seamstress for further adjustments.

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Janelle Monae

Sexy Lady

For the red-carpet take on Tuxedo: Keep it sexy by wearing vertiginous heels and vampy makeup or sans shirt like the hot Hollywood starlet, Gal Gadot.

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Gal Gadot