Tuxedo Trends for 2019

If you think one section of the formal-wear business would not be subject to the whims of fashion, you'd probably think that section is the tuxedo. You would think wrong.
Sure you can find the black tuxedo in a variety of fits and fabrics, and the powder blue tuxedo of the 1970s is long confined to the dustbin of fashions that are extremely unlikely to recycle (let's hope leisure suits stay there, too), but each year the tuxedo industry follows men's fashion desires and introduces a few new items to satisfy the rental market.
In the past few years, the ultra slim tuxedo has gained favor among younger customers, those kids who grew up wearing skinny jeans and now want the same look as they transition from the prom market to the wedding market. The fitted look has gained so much in appeal that the looser-fitted, pleated pants are disappearing from the market.

New Looks for '19

Enough with the history; let's see what's coming for 2019:

• Paisley Jackets: Jim's Formal Wear is introducing three new Mark of Distinction Aries Paisley Tuxedo Coats this year: Cobalt Blue, Apple Red and Granite. These ultra slim jackets with black satin lapels pair nicely with black ultra slim pants to create a truly unique look.

• Burgundy Jacket: About the hottest color in formal wear right now is burgundy. Jim's introduced a burgundy tuxedo for sale last year and this year added the Kenneth Cole Empire Burgundy Coat to the rental lineup. Another ultra slim jacket with black satin lapel, the burgundy also will look great with the ultra slim or modern slim black pants. The Super 120's wool will make this jacket feel like butter.

• Stretch Tuxedo: In adding to its Michael Kors lineup, Jim's will introduce the Michael Kors Legacy Ultra Slim Fit Performance Stretch Tuxedo next year. Crafted in wool, sorona and CoolMax® fabric blend, this tuxedo will offer wearers the snug fit they crave but the comfort of stretch and coolness missing in many wool blends.

What Else Is Coming?

In addition to these rental tuxedo, Jim's will add a few other new pieces for 2019:
• New Vest Colors: Slate Blue and Burgundy are new colors coming for the Expressions Collection next year, including full-back vests, bow ties, striped and solid Windsor ties and pocket squares.
• New Floral and Striped Colors: New colors are promised but not yet disclosed in the floral and striped ties and pocket squares collections. The floral ties really made a splash this fall wedding season so we are excited to see new colors coming.
• Purchase Items: That burgundy tux proved popular enough that Jim's is adding a burgundy toddler suit and a burgundy toddler pant set for next year.
Whether you're planning a wedding, thinking about prom, looking for cruise attire or getting ready for any other formal occasion, we'd love to show you the new looks or find your perfect choice in the ongoing styles.