There are plenty of occasions when a dress suit in your wardrobe would come in extremely handy. One such being a black-tie event. Not knowing what to wear here could quickly put you in a fix. Lucky for us, celebrities spotted in the sleekest suits on red carpets and otherwise serve enough inspo for you to cop. Case in point? Kartik Aaryan in a tuxedo.
A classic black tuxedo can be a serious investment that could last you years. Remember Joaquin Phoenix wearing a Stella McCartney tuxedo to every award show this year? The actor here was not only making a case for sustainable living but also displayed the suit’s long life. Though menswear today has moved from conventional dressing to sequined suits and bold tones (thanks to Harry Styles or Timothée Chalamet), there are still takers of classic taste. That’s where the old-fashioned tuxedo comes to play. But don’t get us wrong, tuxedos can be equally versatile when it comes to putting a look together.
Here’s how you can recreate Kartik Aaryan’s look
Here Aaryan opts for a black tuxedo that is slim fitting and feels like a second skin on the actor. If you were to replicate his look, start with picking a tuxedo in preferably black tones. You could also switch up your tuxedo jacket in white to add a bit of a contrast. If a black jacket feels monotonous, you can always play around with adding embellishments to it. We have a few options for you to try. Next up, pick a crisp, white dress shirt with the suit. The actor here pairs his suit with a bow tie, and we suggest you do the same. Lastly, stick to your trusted pair of lace-up shoes for this look.
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