Is it OK for a man to wear a white tux to a wedding ceremony?

Question

Is it OK for a man to wear a white tux to a wedding ceremony?

Answer 1

UUUuuh NO! If on the invitation says come dress in all white then go for it!

Why would a man want to wear all White TUX to another man's wedding for?

Answer 2

Sure, but only if he's the groom. A guest wearing anything "full-white" would be very innappropriate.

Answer 3

Sure , why not especially if it is a day weddng. I guess a better question would be , what is the harm to anyone if he ( the groom ) wears a white tux?

Answer 4

To clear something up: An all-white tuxedo is not formal at all. "White tie" means a black tailcoat and pants with a low-cut white vest and bow tie. Anyone who says otherwise is an idiot, frankly.

It is never OK for a man to wear an all-white tuxedo, unless he is keen on looking ridiculous. While the classic tuxedo is an outfit suitable for a gentleman, the white tuxedo is a costume, suitable only for the ridiculously flamboyant:

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And even Cab Calloway wouldn't wear that to a wedding.

The off-white tuxedo jacket with black pants, on the other hand, is a handsome and classic look, suitable for the warmer months:

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Of course, a gentleman would not wear his tuxedo before six o'clock, as it is evening formalwear. If this is a day wedding, a good suit is probably advisable, unless you happen to have a stroller jacket or a morning coat in your closet.

Answer 5

Well, it would be tacky to say the least.

Answer 6

I would say that it is ok for the groom to wear a white tux if he wishes. White tux's can be very classy if done right, just be careful.

Answer 7

Not unless he's the groom, and that's what his bride wants him to wear.  And then if I were the groom, I'd make darned sure it's what she wants him to wear--if you want wedding photos to look dated--wear a white tux.

Answer 8

If he's the groom and the tux is stylish- then of course!

Answer 9

If he's not the groom, then no.  A white tux is the most formal type of tux that a man can wear (even more formal than a black tux) and should ONLY be worn upon request ("white tie reception").

Answer 10

I think classic black is most elegant and mature.  I would never make a man wear a tux of any color......it is just tacky.

Answer 11

umm..if it's 1970. and you're a Bee Gee. Are you a Bee Gee?

Answer 12

ya