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Your own devastatingly handsome tuxedo is a smart investment. (Rentals aren't cheap, and admit it—they never fit quite right.) Roll over the images to learn more.SHOP FORMALWEAR
ALTERNATIVE. There's more than one way to wear a tux—especially one with a versatile notch lapel. Lose the cummerbund and opt for a regular tie (base it in black for best results). You can even get creative with your cuff links. SHOP THIS LOOK
CLASSIC. Rules to live by: There's no shame in wearing a pre-tied bowtie. The flaps of your cummerbund should face up. And most importantly, your tux's true potential lies in our Suit Fit Guide and on-site alterations. SHOP THIS LOOK
Less rules means more fun. Ring in the season with a plush velvet blazer (the pinnacle of old-school cool) in a festive hue. Roll over the images to learn more.SHOP BLAZERS
STRAIGHT UP. A foolproof way to jumpstart the festivities? Show up in a velvet blazer. It elevates everything, even a white button-up and jeans. Just be warned: Strangers will insist on touching your sleeve. SHOP THIS LOOK
ON THE ROCKS. Give your refined blazer a rock 'n' roll jolt with jet-black skinny jeans and no-nonsense boots. Add a scarf to stay warm between venues...and a stylish timepiece to make sure you're fashionably late. SHOP THIS LOOK
How you wear your suit to the annual office wingding depends on where, when...and whether you're there to rub elbows or just have fun. Roll over the images to learn more.SHOP SUITS
DRESS IT UP. If your CEO is buying rounds at a swanky bar, remember: Nothing says "promote me" like a killer suit. (Our Fit Guide can help.) Details count, so finish up with a sleek watch and polished shoes. SHOP THIS LOOK
DRESS IT DOWN. Eggnog in the conference room? Dial your suit down a notch with a sharp-looking sweater (on its own or layered over a dress shirt), and trade your wingtips for casually cool loafers. SHOP THIS LOOK
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The first step is getting invited. But what are you supposed to wear? Choose an occasion below, and we'll show you two options for each one.
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Build a collection of compatible shirts and ties (like we have at left), and you can wear a different combo every day for a month—without even trying.
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DRESS SHIRTS | TIES
Lavender Shirt with Blue Patterned Tie. Great use of color. The tie's blue and burgundy complement the shirt, while the little yellow stars provide contrast. SHOP THIS COMBO
Lavender Shirt with Navy Grid Tie. Pale purple sounds like a bold choice, but here it has a calming effect. (White would create a sharper contrast with the navy tie.) SHOP THIS COMBO
Lavender Shirt with Purple Striped Tie. Embrace purple—it's everywhere these days. This timeless stripe-on-solid look is a distinguished way to add color. SHOP THIS COMBO
Lavender Shirt with Burgundy Dot Tie. Push the edges of your spectrum. This tie's mellow cabernet color mixes well with cool blues and purples. SHOP THIS COMBO
Lavender Shirt with Red Club Tie. When wearing a bold tie, a white shirt is the easy way out. Here, a subtle shade supports the tie, without distracting from it. SHOP THIS COMBO
Grey Shirt with Blue Patterned Tie. The mid-range blues and greys run the risk of competing, but the tie's strong pattern makes it the visual focal point. SHOP THIS COMBO
Grey Shirt with Navy Grid Tie. This works because the tie's large-scale pattern stands out against the shirt's subtle herringbone texture. SHOP THIS COMBO
Grey Shirt with Purple Striped Tie. Here's a cool use of cool colors. The tie's dark navy and bold stripes keep it the center of attention. SHOP THIS COMBO
Grey Shirt with Burgundy Dot Tie. This sturdy combination has clout. The rich mix of colors looks authoritative, but not stodgy. SHOP THIS COMBO
Grey Shirt with Red Club Tie. Opposites attract. A shadowy grey backdrop balances out this tie's high energy level. SHOP THIS COMBO
Purple Checked Shirt with Blue Patterned Tie. The shirt's pattern is bold—but the tie's is bolder, providing the look with a clear focal point. SHOP THIS COMBO
Purple Checked Shirt with Navy Grid Tie. Yes, that's a lot of lines. But the difference in scale (large grid on small grid) makes it look sharp, not scattered. SHOP THIS COMBO
Purple Checked Shirt with Purple Striped Tie. Classic example of mixing patterns. Note the nice use of scale: large stripes, small checks. SHOP THIS COMBO
Purple Checked Shirt with Burgundy Dot Tie. The dots and checks are similar in size, but the tie's dark colors ground the look and give the eye a place to land. SHOP THIS COMBO
Purple Checked Shirt with Red Club Tie. This one bends the rules, but doesn't break them. The patterns are nicely varied, and the vibrant tie provides a focal point. SHOP THIS COMBO
Blue Striped Shirt with Blue Patterned Tie. A plain white shirt always works. But smart stripes make for an orderly (and more interesting) backdrop—even with busy ties. SHOP THIS COMBO
Blue Striped Shirt with Navy Grid Tie. You can vary the scale, even with prominent patterns. The shirt's stripes are large—but the tie's grid pattern is larger. SHOP THIS COMBO
Blue Striped Shirt with Purple Striped Tie. Two sets of stripes is nice, but three's a crowd. Wear this combo with any suit that's not striped. SHOP THIS COMBO
Blue Striped Shirt with Burgundy Dot Tie. A pencil-striped shirt is classic—and eye-catching. The dark tie keeps it grounded. SHOP THIS COMBO
Blue Striped Shirt with Red Club Tie. Take two old-school staples (pencil stripes and animal insignias), add a dash of color, and you’ve got something totally new. SHOP THIS COMBO
Blue Tonal Shirt with Blue Patterned Tie. Blue-on-blue is a safe bet...but it needn't be boring. Here, the shirt's understated stripes add a critical extra kick. SHOP THIS COMBO
Blue Tonal Shirt with Navy Grid Tie. The fusion of cool blues and smart lines conveys precision and creativity at the same time. SHOP THIS COMBO
Blue Tonal Shirt with Purple Striped Tie. Large stripes on small stripes prove that classic can be very cool. (The hint of purple keeps it current.) SHOP THIS COMBO
Blue Tonal Shirt with Burgundy Dot Tie. You can mix patterns without making waves. Here, strong dots on fine stripes are stylishly subtle. SHOP THIS COMBO
Blue Tonal Shirt with Red Club Tie. A study in contrast. The businesslike stripes let the bold color (and tongue-in-cheek pattern) take center stage. SHOP THIS COMBO
Let's do the math. Jacket + vest + pants = infinite possibilities. SHOP SUITS Or, roll over the images to learn more.
MONDAY
Every guy looks good in a suit. The key is a trim fit. Get the right size with our Suit Fit Guide, and remember: All Nordstrom stores offer on-site alterations. SHOP THIS LOOK
GOING OUT
Your suit vest can hold its own. Check out how it instantly dresses up a henley and jeans. Motorcycle boots are a cool counterpoint to the tailored vest. SHOP THIS LOOK
FRIDAY
Corporate casual should still look sharp. Pair your suit jacket with slim-fitting jeans and office-appropriate oxfords or loafers. SHOP THIS LOOK
WEEKEND
Stuck in a Saturday jeans rut? Pull on suit pants with a sweater and sneakers to run errands by day, then head out to dinner without having to change. SHOP THIS LOOK
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