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How to pull off the
modern tuxedo.
Old: Patent shoes
New: Classic wing tips
Old: Cummerbund
New: Tab-close pants
Old: Straight tie
New: The bow tie's back
Old: Wing collar
New: Spread collar
Jacket, $218; pants, $128; French cuff shirt, $49 all at Express. Bow tie, $60 at Brooks Brothers.
This took some digging. Most tux options for less than $500 are ill-fitting polyester monstrosities not fit for the prom. Then we happened upon this gem at the mall store Express of all places. Cut from lightweight wool crepe, the jacket has such classic features as satin peak lapels and a tuxedo stripe down the legs. But modern updates like a slimmer fit, slightly higher arm holes and a double-vent in back keep you from looking like you rented.
I'd like to replace my boyfriend's tired, vinyl zippered wallet. Are there actually good-looking zip-up wallets out there?
- Tara, Pittsburgh
He's not still carrying around that standby condom in there is he? We kid.
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