Men's Black Suits & Tuxedos

A black suit is versatile, understated, and designed for all things formal, including weddings, funerals, galas, dressed-up dates, and more. A black tuxedo is more formal and reserved for specific events—it typically features satin lapels and detailing on the jacket, a satin waistband on the pants, and is paired with a bow tie instead of a necktie. If the dress code says black tie, go for a black tuxedo. For most other events, a men’s black suit gets the job done in style.

A men’s black suit is perfect for weddings, formal dinners, cocktail attire, galas, elevated date nights, and more—it’s a go-to for its flexibility and classic look. A black tuxedo is reserved for black tie events, formal galas, or formal weddings. If the event is dressy but doesn’t specify “black tie,” you should stick with a well-fitted black suit, and you’ll still look sharp.

A black suit is easy to dress up or down. For formal events, pair your black suit with a men’s white dress shirt, black dress shoes like Oxfords or loafers, and a silk, or grosgrain tie. For more casual attire, like semi-formal, cocktail, and beyond, swap in a light blue or gray shirt with a patterned tie or one with a textured fabric. At a wedding or cocktail party, you can add some personality—try a textured shirt or colorful pocket square. A men’s black suit is a blank canvas for styling your way.

You can’t go wrong with a crisp white dress shirt—it’s timeless and pairs perfectly with a men’s black suit. Light blue, pale gray, and even deep jewel tones like burgundy or forest green also work well, depending on the occasion. Shirt colors that go with a black suit should complement the look without overpowering it. Keep it classic for formal settings and add color, especially stylish with subtle color, for personality when the dress code allows.

A black tuxedo should have a slightly more tailored fit than your everyday black suit—sharp, clean, and structured without being too tight. The jacket should taper at the waist and hit right at the wrist, with the pants sitting comfortably at the natural waist. Because a black tuxedo is for formal events, the fit should feel elevated. Many men’s tuxedos have a single-button front whereas a standard suit has a two-button front, which changes the look of the waist a bit and adds to that sharper tailoring look. No bunching, no pulling—just smooth, confident lines from head to toe.