2010 ACADEMY AWARDS: BEST & WORST DRESSED MEN

INTRODUCTION  A Timeless Appeal Story of the Guide Using the Guide ●  BASICS  A Proper Education Attire: Defining Black Tie Etiquette: Black-Tie Tradition Etiquette: Dress Codes Etiquette: Black-Tie Codes ●  HISTORY  History's Relevance 19th Century Origins Edwardian Era (1900s, '10s) Jazz Age (1920s) Classic Age (1930s) Post War ('40s, '50s) Jet Age ('50s, '60s) Peacock Revolution ('60s, '70s) Classic Revival I (Late '70s) Classic Revival II (1980s) Dress-Down Days (1990s) ●  CLASSIC BLACK TIE  The Gold Standard Defining Classic Black Tie Classic Jackets Classic Trousers Classic Waist Coverings Classic Shirts Classic Neckwear Classic Footwear Classic Accessories Classic Outerwear Warm-Weather Black Tie Classic Alternatives ●  CONTEMPORARY BLACK TIE  Proceed with Caution Contemporary Jackets Contemporary Trousers Contemporary Waist Coverings Contemporary Shirts Contemporary Neckwear Contemporary Footwear Contemporary Accessories Contemporary Personalization ●  WHITE_TIE  Introduction Defining White Tie Full-Dress Waistcoat Full-Dress Shirt ●  BUYING  Introduction Major Retailers Supplemental Retailers Custom Tailoring White Tie Investments ●  VINTAGE  Research in Progress Vintage Etiquette & Tradition Vintage Wedding Etiquette Vintage Attire Retro Tuxedos ●  SUPPLEMENTAL Glossary Tying a Bow Tie Folding a Pocket Square Orders, Decorations & Medals Ladies' Black Tie Black Tie Versus Tuxedo Morning Dress (Formal Day Dress) Formalwear Myths & Merits Red Carpet Black Tie Formalwear Hall of Shame Bibliography

 

Introduction Major Retailers Supplemental Retailers Custom Tailoring White Tie Investments	Shopping for Evening Wear If men liked shopping they'd call it research. Cynthia Nelms Building a respectable black-tie wardrobe can vary in cost from $500 US to upwards of $5,000 depending on quality and markup.  This buying guide has been designed to help men get the most from their money whether hunting for a bargain or seeking perfection.   Although it is impossible for The Guide to vet every retailer, it always welcomes reader recommendations that will assist others in assembling their own fine evening ensemble.   Also, don't forget that if you spot an especially handsome garment anywhere else in this Guide you can simply hover your mouse over the photo to determine the brand name or retailer.    Happy hunting!
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