Is there a difference?

between buying at a more 'upscale' tuxedo rental place (like Men's Warehouse, $160 per tux) versus one that I saw at the corner store in the mall ($100 per tux)? Both places say that they include shoes, alterations, everything. Is there a difference of material, comfortability, quality between the two?





I mean, I understand why some bride's dresses cost more than other...length of material, complexity, fabrics, etc. But is there a reason there is such a big difference for suits, other than brand name?

Is there a difference?
Remember the corner store alterations are done on their time and may not be ready for the date. Men's Warehouse deals with these issues all the time and therefore there is a much less chance of not being ready when needed.





Also Men's Warehouse has other stores where the tux can come from if they do not have it in stock, the corner store would have to rely on the manufacturer to send it in time and hope that they are not out of stock as well.





Tuxes can have different grades to them from the same designer just as the wedding gowns.
Reply:It honestly depends on the brand and quality of the tuxes at that particular corner store. There's a couple different independent tux shops in my city and they vary considerably on quality and price. Men's Warehouse has nice tuxes but they also pay a lot for advertising, so that could be one reason they're more expensive.
Reply:There could be a difference. At the corner store, you may only be able to pick from one or two styles. But, at a place like Men's Warehouse, you've got an assortment of colors, textures, fabrics, styles and such.





Plus, there can be a difference in quality from a generic suit (maybe found at the corner store) and say a Calvin Klein or a Tommy Hilfinger suit.
Reply:there is no difference. you pay more for the name of where you are renting it. I live in new york and i found a place that rents tuxedo's for $85 dollars. believe me while planning a wedding you realize that by saying the word "wedding" or by buying in known names places you are paying double.
Reply:If you have any out of state groomsmen, using the corner store may be difficult for them to get their measurements and everything in time for the wedding. I've used both local places and places like Men's wharehouse and I did not experience a huge difference in quality or service, but smaller shops may not have as great a variety in styles and colors.
Reply:ok I've been here. There is a difference. like homie said b4 me. material, style and more. you can find alot of the same tux's at the smaller corner spots for alot less. But sometimes at either place they may need a little pressure to get the tux's in the stores. expecially during homecomming and prom seasons. expecially at the big chains. since they warehouse all their stuff off site.
Reply:Different fabrics, cuts, styles, and names for the tuxes too.
Reply:Yes, there's a difference in tuxedoes. You mentioned material, comfortability, and quality. The main thing I would be concerned about is the cut! Designer tuxes generally have a better cut. You don't want the groom to look like he's wearing his father's tux. My husband has a very slim frame and he wanted something that looked sleek not bulky. Instead of buying, he rented though. The price for renting a designer label was not bad (I think he got Ralph Lauren). The other thing is a tux that looks too much like a prom tux rather than a wedding/adult tux. So definitely, have the groom try a bunch on from both places...find a style that looks sophisticated and really fits.



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