Men's Formal Shirts

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of shirt should I wear to a black tie event?

A white formal shirt with French cuffs, worn with a tuxedo, a bow tie, and cufflinks and studs. The collar can be wing or spread, and the front is often pleated or bib. A standard business dress shirt is not correct for black tie.

What is the difference between a formal shirt and a regular dress shirt?

A formal shirt has evening details: French cuffs, often a pleated or bib front, and sometimes a wing collar and stud holes instead of front buttons. A regular dress shirt has barrel cuffs and a plain front made for business wear.

Wing collar or spread collar: which is correct for black tie?

Both are correct. A wing collar is the traditional choice and is worn with a bow tie. A spread collar is the modern default and works with a bow tie or a long tie. If you are unsure, choose spread.

Do tuxedo shirts need studs and cufflinks?

A French cuff always needs cufflinks. Studs are only needed if the shirt has stud holes in place of front buttons. Many modern tuxedo shirts have standard buttons, so check the product details.