Women's Wedding Tuxedos

Women's wedding tuxedos are your go-to choice for formal and black-tie events, where it's important to be dressed up enough and an especially elegant look is most appropriate.

Tuxedos are rooted in tradition and have distinctive design elements that set them apart from women's suits, including satin lapels, a satin waistband on the trousers, covered buttons, and other satin detailing that all creates a sophisticated look.

When deciding what to wear to a wedding, always refer to the event's dress code. A wedding tuxedo for women is an excellent choice for black-tie, formal, and evening weddings as a perfect alternative to wearing a formal dress or gown.

No matter your role in a wedding, whether a guest, wedding party member or part of the couple, getting the right fit and size is essential to ensuring a comfortable and cohesive look. When trying on your tuxedo jacket, the shoulder seams should align with your natural shoulder line without any pulling near the edge or hanging beyond your body. The length of the jacket should fall slightly below your hip bone to create a clean silhouette. The length of your sleeves should rest right around your wrist bone, with the body of the jacket fitting snugly but not too tight when buttoned.

Once you slip into your trousers, they should sit comfortably at your natural waistline, allowing for ease of movement. The pants should taper down the length of your legs, and the notch at the bottom should sit right around your ankle.

At SuitShop, we understand that not every body is the same, which is why you can purchase your tuxedo jacket and pants as separates to ensure an ideal fit specific to you. With our easy-to-use Fit Finder, we'll provide an accurate sizing recommendation to get you your best fit. Paired with our in-depth fitting guide, you can find a women's wedding tuxedo that helps you feel truly wedding-ready.

To style your wedding tuxedo, the jacket and pants serve as the base, with your accessories helping to bring your full outfit to life. There are various avenues you can take to achieve your desired wedding look. When accessorizing a woman's tuxedo, think about statement jewelry pieces—like a gold necklace with earrings and cuff bracelets in similar or complementary finishes—a matching, contrasting, or neutral shirt, or even classic tux accessories like a bow tie.

If you're the bride looking to stand out among your guests and wedding party, add personal touches throughout your look. For a more menswear-inspired style, choose accessories like a patterned pocket square or boutonnière made with your favorite florals. For a glamorous style, opt for a silky, embellished, or structured shirt underneath with glitzy jewelry. For either a bold or minimalist style, go with no shirt and keep the tuxedo jacket buttoned closed.

Footwear also plays a crucial role in your wedding look. Classic black pumps or sleek loafers create a sophisticated look, while experimenting with metallic or detailed or patterned shoes make a statement.

The primary difference between a women's tuxedo for a wedding and a suit comes down to the level of formality. Wedding tuxedos are known for their elegance and have several defining characteristics, such as satin lapels that are either peaked, shawl, or notched. While suits typically also have a lapel, they aren't typically constructed with satin, and the set overall doesn't feature the other satin accents that create a more elevated look. Tuxedo pants are noticeably different from suit pants, as well, with a sleek waistband—also typically using satin—instead of belt loops.

Because tuxedos are considered more formal, they make great options for evening events and especially fancy occasions like weddings and other black-tie affairs including galas and charity balls.

Suits, on the other hand, are more versatile and can be dressed up for formal weddings or dressed down for semi-formal and casual weddings. Women's wedding suits are often available in a larger variety of color choices, with popular options including burnt orange, tan, and dark green suits, whereas tuxedos tend to stick to a more curated range of classic colors. When deciding what to wear to a wedding, keep the dress code and level of formality in mind to choose an outfit that's appropriate for the event.