Tuxedo: Renting vs Buying Both renting and buying a tuxedo has advantages and disadvantages. Renting a tuxedo is less costly, but also limits your use of the tuxedo. Many men need a tuxedo more than once or twice, and for some it is a regular part of their wardrobe. Renting has a few advantages, including : • It is less costly to rent a tuxedo than to buy one. If you think you will only be using your tuxedo once, then renting may be the best option. • You won’t need to worry about the style changing, and being stuck with an outdated tuxedo. Just as there are a few advantages, there are also several disadvantages to renting a tuxedo. Renting a tuxedo is great if you only need it once or twice, but many men need a tuxedo several times a year. You may also find that, when you rent your tuxedo, there may be some flaws. For example, many rental shops will mix and match pieces of their tuxedos when one part has been damaged or is not returned. Additionally, rental shops may try to substitute sizes, resulting in an ill fitting tuxedo for you. For instance, if you need a tuxedo at the last minute, you may not be able to find one, or might not find one that fits as well as your own would. Owning your tuxedo is hassle-free. You won’t have to rush around town, trying to find a tuxedo at the last minute. Other advantages include : • Great fit. Buying your own tuxedo is the best way to guarantee that you will love the fit of the tuxedo. • Nice material. When you choose to buy a tuxedo, you are also guaranteed to love the material each and every time you wear it. Renting your tuxedo is a gamble in comfort and style. • If you attend many formal events, owning your tuxedo is more economical. If you decide to buy your tuxedo, it will pay for itself in just a short time. Although buying your tuxedo may have more advantages than disadvantages, you still do need to find a tuxedo you really love. After several wears, you may want to change the style of your tuxedo, but simply adding a new shirt or other accessory is a fabulous way to give your tuxedo a great new look. Dealing with the hassle of renting a tuxedo several times a year is prevented when you finally decide to buy your own tuxedo. Not only are you saving on rental fees, you are wearing a tuxedo that you love, and look great in every time you wear it. You only need to replace your tuxedo when it begins to show wear, especially if you have chosen a classic style. This means years of wear from one quality tuxedo that has been tailored to your body. If you have chosen a fashion tuxedo, you may want to replace it more often as styles change, but a classic tuxedo looks great for years of wear.