Ron didn’t expect the Macarena to end this way.
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Posts Tagged ‘discount tuxedos’
Hey Macarena!
Thursday, September 30th, 2010Monkey see, monkey do
Wednesday, September 22nd, 2010
When forced to wear a monkey suit you might as well act like one too.
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Thanks again to Jason from The Hudson’s for today’s image
Loosely wrapped
Monday, June 28th, 2010
As if the toilet paper wasn’t enough Steve had to mark his territory on the car too.
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Thanks to Shauna from K & S Photography for today’s photo!
Father’s Day Finds
Monday, June 8th, 2009Father’s Day is just around the corner- June 21st to be exact! I searched BravoBride and we actually have some items that your Dad might love. Click on the images below to view the full listing.
Never worn Gucci cuff links - half off!
These cuff links come with a tux!
The good old stand-by gift - a tie! This Bour Bon tie is silk and more than half off!
Another Bour Bon tie for only $25!
Wedding Day Attire Q/A for the Groom
Thursday, May 21st, 2009
This tux is listed on BravoBride for only $50, reduced from $300!
The Man Registry and Mike Dee from The Wedding Guyed have teamed up to answer a few of the common questions that grooms have about their wedding day attire. Mike had just launched a new wedding blog for men and he’s got some great tips (as seen below) for the grooms out there!
Tux vs. Suit
The only major difference between a black suit and a tuxedo is the satin stripe down the pants and the shiny lapel.
Buying vs. renting
Photos are forever and video makes you immortal. With that said you will want to look your best. Rental tuxedos are one size fit most. I recommend that the groom purchase a tuxedo and get it custom tailored. The accessories (Vest kits, shirts and shoes.) can be rented for around $20-$50. Your future wife will thank you for it.
When to book
Book early. 3-6 months is ideal. Picking the styles and colors are your personal preference. The best time to shop for a tux is early in the week and in the afternoon. Most retail stores are empty and you will get a better service experience. If your wedding is during prom season, book your final fittings during school hours to avoid being in a small shop with a bunch of teenage boys.
Where to book – Mom and Pop Shop vs. Click and Mortar:
In this dot com era there are very few local tuxedo shops left. If you are doing a local wedding where all your groomsman are in the same area, use a local shop. A local shop will likely carry stock. In other words, they will have the tuxedos, vests and shoes on hand for you to look at and try on (unlike the mall stores with just the picture books). Click and Mortar (aka big chain formal wear stores) retailers have some big advantages over the little guy. The main advantage is being able to accommodate a bridal party across the state and across the nation. These places will carry more inventory and more current styles then your local mom and pop shop. They will have online reservation and tracking systems in place to help you set up your group’s package and some will offer you your very own group planning expert. The national average price for a rental ranges between $120-$200.
*** Always remember that if the wedding date is late April-Mid June, you are competing with prom kids. The local store will always take preference to the prom kids (Multiple tux rental from his group or school, repeat business for the next prom and a possible future wedding.) over your request as a groom. Also keep in mind when you go for your fitting, you may have to wait in line behind 20 teenagers.
Cheers!
What to do with all that wedding cash…
Monday, April 20th, 2009
Cold hard cash is still one of the most popular gifts to give for weddings. And what’s not to like. Cash gives the couple many options and provides a sense of comfort for newlyweds just starting out.
Now assuming you aren’t getting married in Las Vegas, you’ll have a big pile of cash the day after the wedding and you’ll be faced with a question: “What should we do with it?” There are two obvious options: bank it or spend it.
Option 1: Bank It
If you’re conservative, this presents a great opportunity to start a joint savings account or another type of investment. The money could go towards start retirement fund, buying stock, or saving for a down payment on a house. There’s really no going wrong when you’re saving for the future.
Option 2: Spend it
An equal number of other couples will put their wedding cash towards the honeymoon. This is not a bad idea as it allows you to save the cash you would otherwise be spending on dinners, drinks, excursions on your honeymoon. The cash you rake in can also go towards buying gifts that were not purchased off of your wedding registry.
TheManRegistry.com Recommendation: We think the safest bet is doing a little of both. Let’s say you get $2,000 in cash gifts. Why not put half of it in the bank (or other investment) and use the other half as “mad money” for the honeymoon. This gives you the comfort of knowing you’re saving, but also allows you to kick back and enjoy a few extra mojitos on the honeymoon.
Cheers.
TheManRegistry.com is an online resource for grooms and is the internet leader in wedding advice for men. The centerpiece of the website is a specialized wedding registry featuring wedding gifts tailored toward grooms. Included in the thousands of products you’ll find at The Man Registry are barware, electronics, tools, logoed sports items, and groomsmen gifts. The company also recently launched their official blog, GroomsAdvice.com, which gives grooms an outlet to read, share, and laugh at unique wedding experiences.
Five Uncommon Tips for Grooms
Monday, March 30th, 2009
We are very excited to announce that Chris Easter of TheManRegistry.com is our new guest blogger! Every Monday he will be providing much needed wedding tips and information for grooms. Even though we girls don’t like to admit it, sometimes it not always about the bride. Read more about Chris’s company below and his first blog post for BravoBride, ‘Five Uncommon Tips for Grooms.’ Thanks again Chris, we are happy to have you here!
TheManRegistry.com is the ultimate online resource for grooms. Launched in 2007 as the first online groom wedding registry, the site has since added a wealth of articles, blogs, and checklists all aimed at preparing men for the big day. The company’s blog, GroomsAdvice.com, was recently named one of the top wedding blogs to read in 2009.
Five Uncommon Tips for Grooms
Buy a ring, Rent a tux. Show up for the bachelor party. In years past, this was the extent of a groom’s wedding planning activity. However, times are changing. Today’s grooms are getting more and more involved in wedding planning and in putting their own personal spin on the wedding day.
Here are five uncommon tips that most grooms could benefit from knowing.
Bachelor party alternatives
Is the groom not into partying or drinking? Not a problem. Destination bachelor parties are a great alternative to a night of clubbing, drinking, and waking up not remembering any of it. The ‘destination’ can be camping, a golf trip, white water rafting, or even sky-diving. The only requirement is that it’s something out of the ordinary.
Incorporating sports into the wedding day
If the groom happens to be unlucky enough to be getting married on the day of a big game, there are still some ways he can show his team spirit even if it’s not in front of the big screen. Popular ways to support your team on the wedding day are having a groom’s cake featuring your team’s logo or choosing team colors for the groomsmen’s ties or shirts. Also, try scoping out your team’s stadium to see if they offer a private room for a rehearsal dinner venue.
Fake Ring
Alright guys, it’s probably not the best idea to buy her an engagement band with a fake rock attached to it. However, it just might be a good idea to have a cubic zirconia ring on standby for the honeymoon. Many couples are taking a dummy ring on the honeymoon to reduce the risk of the real ring being lost or stolen. That’s right guys; just one more piece of jewelry that you’ve gotta shell out for.
Wedding showers, they’re not just for the bride anymore
Man showers are all the rage in the wedding industry. Similar to a bridal shower, these events are for men only and often involve grilling and beer drinking. Sound a lot like a bachelor party? They are often a day-time event before the bachelor party where relatives who aren’t going to be going out partying can be included. If the couple has a groom registry, these gifts are often given at the man shower.
Sleep with one eye open
It’s tradition amongst Best Men and Groomsmen to plan a wedding day prank on the groom. Examples of well known groom pranks are taping “help me” to the bank of the groom’s shoes or swapping his tux jacket out with one that’s three sizes too small. We urge grooms to keep their eyes and ears open for they never know which of their friends may be plotting against them.
Cheers!
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