Once in a while, a man is required to wear a tuxedo for special occasions such as weddings, conferences, proms, school dances, anniversaries and other formal gatherings. However, tuxedos are not typically found in a typical man's wardrobe because of the rarity of occasions when there is a need to wear one. Plus, tuxedos are quite expensive and buying one to be used in a single occasion just isn't practical. So for those occasions when a tuxedo is needed, a trip to the rental shops is just the perfect answer.
Start an Early Search!
If you want ample time in choosing the best tuxedo, start looking for rental shops that offer the best selection. Make a list of probable shops and look up their numbers in the directory. In that way, your search becomes organized and easier. Visit the shops and try on the tuxedos so that you'd really get the best one for you. When you've gone through your list, narrow it down to the shops that have impressed you to shorten your list. Starting an early search also allows you to avoid the rush especially when prom days are coming. Starting the search at a later time might deprive you of the best tuxedos because others have already booked them. So don't procrastinate and move if you want to be the best tuxedo man in the function you are attending.
Arrange for Fitting
To be sure that the tuxedo fits your build very well, arrange to be fitted at least two weeks before the occasion. This will give the shops ample time to alter the fitting of the suit. Doing this at a much later time might cause the shops to rush and sacrifice the quality of the suit's fit. It is also best to come back a week before the occasion for another fitting to check whether it still fits perfectly. Remember, the key to looking good in a tuxedo lies not just in the style but on the fit as well.
Widen Your Budget
Renting a tuxedo is not the same with renting an ordinary suit so it is best to widen your budget to be able to secure a good one. It is easier to choose a tuxedo when there is ample money because most likely, the one you'd like are the pricey ones. Always be ready with your money to be able to have the tuxedo reserved for you especially on seasons when customers are filing in tuxedo shops for rental.
Check Before Check-out
Before checking out the tuxedo that you have chosen, check for loose stitches and fading spots in the tuxedo. This is to save you from embarrassing stares when you finally wear the tuxedo. Spotting these while still in the shop can be very convenient since you can request for a repair then and there. Aside from this, you can also save yourself from additional charges in case you return the tuxedo with damages.
Return What You've Borrowed
As much as possible, return the tuxedo to the rental shop immediately after using it. Some shops charge for delayed returns and keeping the tuxedo longer will only increase chances of you forgetting to return it. So while you still remember that you have rented it, run down to the shop and return in before they start enjoying charging you.
