The Eveningwear Crack Code

 

If you feel like eveningwear is like charting unknown waters because it’s different from usual dailywear tailoring, you're not alone. A passionate friend once remarked he read a ‘menswear handbook’ spans over six hundred pages, teeming with complex and often cryptic rules. But fear not, dear reader, for we are here to elucidate these nuances and to drop you some universal language. We understand eveningwear is an area where one must tread carefully, for a misstep could render you quite ridiculous. Yet, once you grasp the fundamentals, you'll have mastered an entirely new sartorial dialect.

Eveningwear is occasion wear—a time to dress with splendour, not slackness. Some may have a neglected garment lurking at the back of their wardrobe, rarely worn and even less frequently cared for. This, however, is far from The Anthology’s philosophy. To honour both your host and the occasion, eveningwear demands earnest attention. While it can often be serious, there are moments ripe for creativity. Start small, learn the rules before you break them, and our foundational pieces from 'The Interval' collection will serve you admirably. They may not be the most creative pieces, but some rules are timeless and eternally relevant. Occasionally, it’s wiser to err on the side of caution than to risk looking foolish. So, learn about our crack codes to eveningwear, just in time for the festive season.

Eveningwear is steeped in tradition. Thankfully with tremendous bespoke tailoring experience and an archive of patterns borrowed from our bespoke side, we’ve mastered the balance between presence, dynamism, statement, and elegance in our tuxedo and dinner jackets.

 
 

Shawl Lapel

The shawl lapel’s dynamic curve strikes a balance of presence. It's somewhat unconventional yet still classic. Many seek to stand out in formal wear, and this provides a way to do so without appearing gaudy. Be it a ball, an opera, or a posh party, it's easier to mark the occasion when your evening attire is distinct from your work wardrobe.

 
 
 
 
Wool Barathea Dinner Jacket - Off White
US$1,380.00

100% Wool

A garment that will long live in your wardrobe. It is simply the pursuit of elegance when it comes to the world of eveningwear. This piece is not about taking risks but simply having everything done right. Our shawl lapel dinner jacket is a powerful statement that fully adheres to tradition. Having lent the bespoke cutting profile, its dynamic lapel curve has found its balance in presence.

Cloth woven in Huddersfield in barathea weave. Weighing 16oz, although heavy on paper, while complementing our soft construction, it is the sort of weight to keep timeless eveningwear constantly elegant and in shape. We would not have recommended anything lighter unless it is peak summer outdoor events.

Our jacket features an unpadded shoulder with our signature lapel buttonhole, with higher armholes giving the garment an exceptional range of motion. We’ve also extended the shoulders slightly with our classic subtly-roped silhouette for a masculine yet elegant and timeless look. This jacket is specifically styled with jetted pockets to suit the formality.

Complete the look with: Wool Barathea Tuxedo Trousers - Black

Product Details:

  • Fully canvassed and fully lined

  • 1 button design

  • Shawl lapels with single signature handmade buttonhole

  • Fabric covered buttons

  • Jetted waist pockets with welted chest pocket

  • Two internal chest pockets

  • Side vents

  • Comes with Unfinished sleeves

Size Chart

Wool Barathea Tuxedo Trousers - Black
US$475.00

100% Wool

A garment that will long live in your wardrobe. It is simply the pursuit of elegance when it comes to the world of eveningwear. One pair serves all - this is the ultimate tuxedo trousers that would go well with all kinds of dinner jackets.

Cloth woven in Huddersfield in barathea weave. Weighing 16oz, although heavy on paper, while complementing our soft construction, it is the sort of weight to keep timeless eveningwear constantly elegant and in shape. We would not have recommended anything lighter unless it is peak summer outdoor events.

Designed with single reverse pleats, these dress trousers allow more room to the thigh for extra comfort and action. Equipped with side adjusters for an expressive sartorial look, also for cinching when needed.

Complete the set with jackets from our Eveningwear

Product details:

  • Side tabs, two front slanted pockets, and two back buttoned welt pockets

  • Satin side stripe

  • Single reverse pleat

  • Zip fly

  • Comes with unfinished leg openings. Turn-ups are not required

Size Chart

 
 
 
White Bib Front Dinner Shirt
US$275.00

100% Cotton

One of the three important dinner shirts, with each representing a different personality. This is the most classic of all. This design features our classic collar, with a bib front keeping the front part neat and structured at all times. This setup also allows you to adorn with your favorite studs for contrasts. Fabric is a 120 yarn count 2-ply fine cloth in plain white.

Complete the entire Eveningwear look.

Product Details:

  • ⁠Mother of Pearl buttons

  • Four studs front

  • ⁠22-23 stitches per inch (SPI)

  • Split yoke

  • Box gusset

  • French seams (on the sides and sleeves)

  • Misalignment under the armscye

  • Square double cuffs

  • Studs and cufflinks not provided

Care tips: Cold wash (below 30°C) by hand or machine, hang dry only

Delivery Time: Dispatch in 3 weeks

Remark: Due to the nature of this product, it is not eligible for return/exchange/refund

Size Chart

(Check out our video tutorial here)

Street Slippers by Bowhill & Elliott for The Anthology - Black Suede
US$425.00

We are delighted to co-create this street slipper with Bowhill & Elliott, the last remaining slipper maker in the UK. This esteemed house still upholds the traditional ethos of "make in the back, sell in the front," with the entire shoemaking process taking place within two floors.

The upper pattern of the street slipper is meticulously hand-cut from a single piece, resulting in a more fluid and seamless design. Departing from the conventional Albert-style evening slipper, this tailored creation features a shorter vamp and eliminates sharp turns on the tongue, maintaining a consistently soft contour. This complements the natural curves of our tailoring, allowing for a more casual styling option. Imagine a standard slip-on loafer, but refined with one-piece leather and a thin, hand-attached sole that closely hugs the bottom of the shoe, exuding understated elegance. It pairs beautifully with trousers, denim, and shorts alike.

Crafted from calf suede in a rich black shade, the upper is both supple and durable, allowing for comfortable movement in this hand-lasted slipper. This design elevates the common loafer, adding an extra touch of sophistication and individuality to your ensemble. The colour allows them to be worn beyond everyday, but also when a black tie dress code calls for.

Summary:

- UK sizing

- Black calf suede upper

- Single leather sole. Topy (rubber) soles are recommended to be attached by your local cobbler before wearing.

If your size is not available, kindly email customercare@theanthology.net for special orders.

 
 
 
Black Satin Cummerbund by La Bowtique Bowties for The Anthology
US$295.00

100% Silk

The silk cummerbund by La Bowtique marks a refined evolution in design, tailored to our eveningwear and bow tie silhouette. It replaces the original five-panel construction with a sleeker four-panel configuration. Despite this reduction in panels, La Bowtique maintains the cummerbund's dimensions by widening each panel, ensuring it retains the same height and width that has come to define the brand's commitment to both style and functionality, always covering the entire waistband. Each layer is carefully paneled, stitched, and folded entirely by hand with a one-piece of flawless silk, a sophisticated and compulsory accessory that complements the bow tie's golden era aesthetic, appealing to those who appreciate the finer details in black-tie attire.

Size: 81cm-99cm (32”-39”)

Black Satin Bow Tie by La Bowtique Bowties for The Anthology
US$245.00

100% Silk

La Bowtique Bow ties boast a distinctive style — always full, never flat, imbued with dynamic lines that bring them to life. The design concept behind this collaboration finds its roots in aligning with The Anthology's house aesthetics, drawing inspiration from the soft angular curves, lines, waves, and parabolas presented in lapel arches, rolls, shoulder outlines, and jacket opening quarters. This bow tie also introduces an innovative technique, presenting unlined bowties with a small, elegant middle knot and large, exaggerated, contrasted wings. This unique approach captures the essence of old-world Hollywood glamour and a quintessential 50s-inspired aesthetic while seamlessly integrating modernity through its fluid silkiness and reduced substance via its unlined construction.

Every bow tie is self-tie, although they already come in its best tied form.

Size: 35cm-46cm (14”-18”)

 

Peak Lapels

Peak lapels carry myriad connotations, from the bold designs of Tom Ford to traditional styles, radiating confidence and sharpness, occasionally veering into arrogance. Though it’s a stereotype, we strive to transcend it. The sharp, angular lines are quintessential for evening wear. Our ready-to-wear model, with its 4x1 double-breasted configuration, boasts a long-sweeping lapel that accentuates the silhouette’s glamour, highlighting the details of the evening shirt beneath.

 
 
 
 
Wool Barathea Tuxedo Double-Breasted Jacket - Black
US$1,380.00

100% Wool

A garment that will long live in your wardrobe. It is simply the pursuit of elegance when it comes to the world of eveningwear. This piece is not about taking risks but simply having everything done right. Our double-breasted tuxedo jacket is a timeless yet expressive cut. Featuring the 4x1 button configuration, the long-sweeping lapel accentuates the glamour of the silhouette, with a lower cut allowing the details of the evening shirt to stand out.

Cloth woven in Huddersfield in barathea weave. Weighing 16oz, although heavy on paper, while complementing our soft construction, it is the sort of weight to keep timeless eveningwear constantly elegant and in shape. We would not have recommended anything lighter unless it is peak summer outdoor events.

Our jacket features an unpadded shoulder with our signature lapel buttonhole, with higher armholes giving the garment an exceptional range of motion. We’ve also extended the shoulders slightly with our classic subtly-roped silhouette for a masculine yet elegant and timeless look. This jacket is specifically styled with jetted pockets to suit the formality.

Complete the look with: Wool Barathea Tuxedo Trousers - Black

Product Details:

  • Fully canvassed and fully lined

  • 4x1 button stance

  • Peak lapels with single signature handmade buttonhole

  • Satin lapels

  • Fabric covered buttons

  • Jetted waist pockets with welted chest pocket

  • Two internal chest pockets

  • Side vents

  • Comes with Unfinished sleeves

Size Chart

Wool Barathea Tuxedo Trousers - Black
US$475.00

100% Wool

A garment that will long live in your wardrobe. It is simply the pursuit of elegance when it comes to the world of eveningwear. One pair serves all - this is the ultimate tuxedo trousers that would go well with all kinds of dinner jackets.

Cloth woven in Huddersfield in barathea weave. Weighing 16oz, although heavy on paper, while complementing our soft construction, it is the sort of weight to keep timeless eveningwear constantly elegant and in shape. We would not have recommended anything lighter unless it is peak summer outdoor events.

Designed with single reverse pleats, these dress trousers allow more room to the thigh for extra comfort and action. Equipped with side adjusters for an expressive sartorial look, also for cinching when needed.

Complete the set with jackets from our Eveningwear

Product details:

  • Side tabs, two front slanted pockets, and two back buttoned welt pockets

  • Satin side stripe

  • Single reverse pleat

  • Zip fly

  • Comes with unfinished leg openings. Turn-ups are not required

Size Chart

 
 
 
White Fly Front Dinner Shirt
US$240.00

100% Cotton

One of the three important dinner shirts, with each representing a different personality. This is the most understated of all. This design features our classic collar, with concealed fly front and and square double cuffs. The overall look is simple, unfussy. Fabric is a 120-yarn count 2-ply fine cloth in plain white.

Complete the entire Eveningwear look

Product Details:

  • Mother of Pearl buttons

  • 22-23 stitches per inch (SPI)

  • Split yoke

  • Box gusset

  • French seams (on the sides and sleeves)

  • Misalignment under the armscye

  • Square double cuffs

  • Cufflinks not provided

Care tips: Cold wash (below 30°C) by hand or machine, hang dry only

Delivery Time: Dispatch in 3 weeks

Remark: Due to the nature of this product, it is not eligible for return/exchange/refund

Size Chart

(Check out our video tutorial here)

Street Slippers by Bowhill & Elliott for The Anthology - Black Suede
US$425.00

We are delighted to co-create this street slipper with Bowhill & Elliott, the last remaining slipper maker in the UK. This esteemed house still upholds the traditional ethos of "make in the back, sell in the front," with the entire shoemaking process taking place within two floors.

The upper pattern of the street slipper is meticulously hand-cut from a single piece, resulting in a more fluid and seamless design. Departing from the conventional Albert-style evening slipper, this tailored creation features a shorter vamp and eliminates sharp turns on the tongue, maintaining a consistently soft contour. This complements the natural curves of our tailoring, allowing for a more casual styling option. Imagine a standard slip-on loafer, but refined with one-piece leather and a thin, hand-attached sole that closely hugs the bottom of the shoe, exuding understated elegance. It pairs beautifully with trousers, denim, and shorts alike.

Crafted from calf suede in a rich black shade, the upper is both supple and durable, allowing for comfortable movement in this hand-lasted slipper. This design elevates the common loafer, adding an extra touch of sophistication and individuality to your ensemble. The colour allows them to be worn beyond everyday, but also when a black tie dress code calls for.

Summary:

- UK sizing

- Black calf suede upper

- Single leather sole. Topy (rubber) soles are recommended to be attached by your local cobbler before wearing.

If your size is not available, kindly email customercare@theanthology.net for special orders.

 
 
 
Black Satin Bow Tie by La Bowtique Bowties for The Anthology
US$245.00

100% Silk

La Bowtique Bow ties boast a distinctive style — always full, never flat, imbued with dynamic lines that bring them to life. The design concept behind this collaboration finds its roots in aligning with The Anthology's house aesthetics, drawing inspiration from the soft angular curves, lines, waves, and parabolas presented in lapel arches, rolls, shoulder outlines, and jacket opening quarters. This bow tie also introduces an innovative technique, presenting unlined bowties with a small, elegant middle knot and large, exaggerated, contrasted wings. This unique approach captures the essence of old-world Hollywood glamour and a quintessential 50s-inspired aesthetic while seamlessly integrating modernity through its fluid silkiness and reduced substance via its unlined construction.

Every bow tie is self-tie, although they already come in its best tied form.

Size: 35cm-46cm (14”-18”)

Black Satin Cummerbund by La Bowtique Bowties for The Anthology
US$295.00

100% Silk

The silk cummerbund by La Bowtique marks a refined evolution in design, tailored to our eveningwear and bow tie silhouette. It replaces the original five-panel construction with a sleeker four-panel configuration. Despite this reduction in panels, La Bowtique maintains the cummerbund's dimensions by widening each panel, ensuring it retains the same height and width that has come to define the brand's commitment to both style and functionality, always covering the entire waistband. Each layer is carefully paneled, stitched, and folded entirely by hand with a one-piece of flawless silk, a sophisticated and compulsory accessory that complements the bow tie's golden era aesthetic, appealing to those who appreciate the finer details in black-tie attire.

Size: 81cm-99cm (32”-39”)

 

For those seeking the ultimate classic, a simple one-button design is ideal. If this is your first black tie ensemble, or perhaps a step up from your previous attire, this is the piece to choose.

Both black pieces feature satin facings for high contrast, enhancing their visual impact. This isn’t a novel concept—it’s traditional, but it endures for good reason.

 
 
 
 
Wool Barathea Tuxedo Single-Breasted Jacket - Black
US$1,380.00

100% Wool

A garment that will long live in your wardrobe. It is simply the pursuit of elegance when it comes to the world of eveningwear. This piece is not about taking risks but simply having everything done right. Our single-breasted tuxedo jacket is a simple one-button design, and it is the first choice for those who consider having the one eveningwear piece standing by in the wardrobe.

Cloth woven in Huddersfield in barathea weave. Weighing 16oz, although heavy on paper, while complementing our soft construction, it is the sort of weight to keep timeless eveningwear constantly elegant and in shape. We would not have recommended anything lighter unless it is peak summer outdoor events.

Our jacket features an unpadded shoulder with our signature lapel buttonhole, with higher armholes giving the garment an exceptional range of motion. We’ve also extended the shoulders slightly with our classic subtly-roped silhouette for a masculine yet elegant and timeless look. This jacket is specifically styled with jetted pockets to suit the formality.

Complete the look with: Wool Barathea Tuxedo Trousers - Black

Product Details:

  • Fully canvassed and fully lined

  • 4x1 button stance

  • Peak lapels with single signature handmade buttonhole

  • Satin lapels

  • Fabric covered buttons

  • Jetted waist pockets with welted chest pocket

  • Two internal chest pockets

  • Side vents

  • Comes with Unfinished sleeves

Size Chart

Wool Barathea Tuxedo Trousers - Black
US$475.00

100% Wool

A garment that will long live in your wardrobe. It is simply the pursuit of elegance when it comes to the world of eveningwear. One pair serves all - this is the ultimate tuxedo trousers that would go well with all kinds of dinner jackets.

Cloth woven in Huddersfield in barathea weave. Weighing 16oz, although heavy on paper, while complementing our soft construction, it is the sort of weight to keep timeless eveningwear constantly elegant and in shape. We would not have recommended anything lighter unless it is peak summer outdoor events.

Designed with single reverse pleats, these dress trousers allow more room to the thigh for extra comfort and action. Equipped with side adjusters for an expressive sartorial look, also for cinching when needed.

Complete the set with jackets from our Eveningwear

Product details:

  • Side tabs, two front slanted pockets, and two back buttoned welt pockets

  • Satin side stripe

  • Single reverse pleat

  • Zip fly

  • Comes with unfinished leg openings. Turn-ups are not required

Size Chart

 
 
 
White Pleated Front Dinner Shirt
US$325.00

100% Cotton

One of the three important dinner shirts, with each representing a different personality. This is the most flamboyant of all. This design features our classic collar, with a pleated front hand-folded by our skillful shirtmaker. It conveys a stronger statement, with a nod to the classics. Fabric is a 120 yarn count 2-ply fine cloth in plain white.

Complete the entire Eveningwear look

Product Details:

  • Mother of Pearl buttons

  • 22-23 stitches per inch (SPI)

  • Split yoke

  • Box gusset

  • French seams (on the sides and sleeves)

  • Misalignment under the armscye

  • Square double cuffs

  • Cufflinks not provided

Care tips: Cold wash (below 30°C) by hand or machine, hang dry only

Delivery Time: Dispatch in 3 weeks

Remark: Due to the nature of this product, it is not eligible for return/exchange/refund

Size Chart

(Check out our video tutorial here)

Street Slippers by Bowhill & Elliott for The Anthology - Black Suede
US$425.00

We are delighted to co-create this street slipper with Bowhill & Elliott, the last remaining slipper maker in the UK. This esteemed house still upholds the traditional ethos of "make in the back, sell in the front," with the entire shoemaking process taking place within two floors.

The upper pattern of the street slipper is meticulously hand-cut from a single piece, resulting in a more fluid and seamless design. Departing from the conventional Albert-style evening slipper, this tailored creation features a shorter vamp and eliminates sharp turns on the tongue, maintaining a consistently soft contour. This complements the natural curves of our tailoring, allowing for a more casual styling option. Imagine a standard slip-on loafer, but refined with one-piece leather and a thin, hand-attached sole that closely hugs the bottom of the shoe, exuding understated elegance. It pairs beautifully with trousers, denim, and shorts alike.

Crafted from calf suede in a rich black shade, the upper is both supple and durable, allowing for comfortable movement in this hand-lasted slipper. This design elevates the common loafer, adding an extra touch of sophistication and individuality to your ensemble. The colour allows them to be worn beyond everyday, but also when a black tie dress code calls for.

Summary:

- UK sizing

- Black calf suede upper

- Single leather sole. Topy (rubber) soles are recommended to be attached by your local cobbler before wearing.

If your size is not available, kindly email customercare@theanthology.net for special orders.

 
 
 
Black Satin Cummerbund by La Bowtique Bowties for The Anthology
US$295.00

100% Silk

The silk cummerbund by La Bowtique marks a refined evolution in design, tailored to our eveningwear and bow tie silhouette. It replaces the original five-panel construction with a sleeker four-panel configuration. Despite this reduction in panels, La Bowtique maintains the cummerbund's dimensions by widening each panel, ensuring it retains the same height and width that has come to define the brand's commitment to both style and functionality, always covering the entire waistband. Each layer is carefully paneled, stitched, and folded entirely by hand with a one-piece of flawless silk, a sophisticated and compulsory accessory that complements the bow tie's golden era aesthetic, appealing to those who appreciate the finer details in black-tie attire.

Size: 81cm-99cm (32”-39”)

Black Satin Bow Tie by La Bowtique Bowties for The Anthology
US$245.00

100% Silk

La Bowtique Bow ties boast a distinctive style — always full, never flat, imbued with dynamic lines that bring them to life. The design concept behind this collaboration finds its roots in aligning with The Anthology's house aesthetics, drawing inspiration from the soft angular curves, lines, waves, and parabolas presented in lapel arches, rolls, shoulder outlines, and jacket opening quarters. This bow tie also introduces an innovative technique, presenting unlined bowties with a small, elegant middle knot and large, exaggerated, contrasted wings. This unique approach captures the essence of old-world Hollywood glamour and a quintessential 50s-inspired aesthetic while seamlessly integrating modernity through its fluid silkiness and reduced substance via its unlined construction.

Every bow tie is self-tie, although they already come in its best tied form.

Size: 35cm-46cm (14”-18”)

 
 
 
 
 
 

In many respects, modern technology surpasses the past, but in clothing, this is often not the case. Traditional garments drape and perform better. Much like film photography, the decadence of eveningwear is a forgotten art we are eager to revive.

Simplicity and grandeur in one go is scarcity, but can be achieved. The matte, woolly barathea 16oz cloth is our top choice. We will explore summer fabrics in future discussions.

Let’s discuss shirts.

Bib front shirt

This is the most classic choice. Studs are a logical accompaniment to black tie, offering a rare opportunity to wear jewellery without being ostentatious. Sentimental or romantic ones would pull out a set belonged to their granddads or dads, or partners, along with some delicate cufflinks to go with.

 
 
 
 
 
Wool Barathea Dinner Jacket - Off White
US$1,380.00

100% Wool

A garment that will long live in your wardrobe. It is simply the pursuit of elegance when it comes to the world of eveningwear. This piece is not about taking risks but simply having everything done right. Our shawl lapel dinner jacket is a powerful statement that fully adheres to tradition. Having lent the bespoke cutting profile, its dynamic lapel curve has found its balance in presence.

Cloth woven in Huddersfield in barathea weave. Weighing 16oz, although heavy on paper, while complementing our soft construction, it is the sort of weight to keep timeless eveningwear constantly elegant and in shape. We would not have recommended anything lighter unless it is peak summer outdoor events.

Our jacket features an unpadded shoulder with our signature lapel buttonhole, with higher armholes giving the garment an exceptional range of motion. We’ve also extended the shoulders slightly with our classic subtly-roped silhouette for a masculine yet elegant and timeless look. This jacket is specifically styled with jetted pockets to suit the formality.

Complete the look with: Wool Barathea Tuxedo Trousers - Black

Product Details:

  • Fully canvassed and fully lined

  • 1 button design

  • Shawl lapels with single signature handmade buttonhole

  • Fabric covered buttons

  • Jetted waist pockets with welted chest pocket

  • Two internal chest pockets

  • Side vents

  • Comes with Unfinished sleeves

Size Chart

White Bib Front Dinner Shirt
US$275.00

100% Cotton

One of the three important dinner shirts, with each representing a different personality. This is the most classic of all. This design features our classic collar, with a bib front keeping the front part neat and structured at all times. This setup also allows you to adorn with your favorite studs for contrasts. Fabric is a 120 yarn count 2-ply fine cloth in plain white.

Complete the entire Eveningwear look.

Product Details:

  • ⁠Mother of Pearl buttons

  • Four studs front

  • ⁠22-23 stitches per inch (SPI)

  • Split yoke

  • Box gusset

  • French seams (on the sides and sleeves)

  • Misalignment under the armscye

  • Square double cuffs

  • Studs and cufflinks not provided

Care tips: Cold wash (below 30°C) by hand or machine, hang dry only

Delivery Time: Dispatch in 3 weeks

Remark: Due to the nature of this product, it is not eligible for return/exchange/refund

Size Chart

(Check out our video tutorial here)

 

Pleated front shirt

This is the most flamboyant. Much like theatre, it is more costume-like, lively, and certainly more daring. If you are inclined towards a full handcrafted extravaganza, this is your pick. It also makes for an excellent conversation piece among fellow clothing enthusiasts.

 
 
 
 
 
Wool Barathea Tuxedo Single-Breasted Jacket - Black
US$1,380.00

100% Wool

A garment that will long live in your wardrobe. It is simply the pursuit of elegance when it comes to the world of eveningwear. This piece is not about taking risks but simply having everything done right. Our single-breasted tuxedo jacket is a simple one-button design, and it is the first choice for those who consider having the one eveningwear piece standing by in the wardrobe.

Cloth woven in Huddersfield in barathea weave. Weighing 16oz, although heavy on paper, while complementing our soft construction, it is the sort of weight to keep timeless eveningwear constantly elegant and in shape. We would not have recommended anything lighter unless it is peak summer outdoor events.

Our jacket features an unpadded shoulder with our signature lapel buttonhole, with higher armholes giving the garment an exceptional range of motion. We’ve also extended the shoulders slightly with our classic subtly-roped silhouette for a masculine yet elegant and timeless look. This jacket is specifically styled with jetted pockets to suit the formality.

Complete the look with: Wool Barathea Tuxedo Trousers - Black

Product Details:

  • Fully canvassed and fully lined

  • 4x1 button stance

  • Peak lapels with single signature handmade buttonhole

  • Satin lapels

  • Fabric covered buttons

  • Jetted waist pockets with welted chest pocket

  • Two internal chest pockets

  • Side vents

  • Comes with Unfinished sleeves

Size Chart

White Pleated Front Dinner Shirt
US$325.00

100% Cotton

One of the three important dinner shirts, with each representing a different personality. This is the most flamboyant of all. This design features our classic collar, with a pleated front hand-folded by our skillful shirtmaker. It conveys a stronger statement, with a nod to the classics. Fabric is a 120 yarn count 2-ply fine cloth in plain white.

Complete the entire Eveningwear look

Product Details:

  • Mother of Pearl buttons

  • 22-23 stitches per inch (SPI)

  • Split yoke

  • Box gusset

  • French seams (on the sides and sleeves)

  • Misalignment under the armscye

  • Square double cuffs

  • Cufflinks not provided

Care tips: Cold wash (below 30°C) by hand or machine, hang dry only

Delivery Time: Dispatch in 3 weeks

Remark: Due to the nature of this product, it is not eligible for return/exchange/refund

Size Chart

(Check out our video tutorial here)

 

Fly front shirt

This is the most understated. Concealed, minimal, and unassuming, it serves its purpose with a pragmatic and minimalist approach. Enough said.

 
 
 
 
 
Wool Barathea Tuxedo Double-Breasted Jacket - Black
US$1,380.00

100% Wool

A garment that will long live in your wardrobe. It is simply the pursuit of elegance when it comes to the world of eveningwear. This piece is not about taking risks but simply having everything done right. Our double-breasted tuxedo jacket is a timeless yet expressive cut. Featuring the 4x1 button configuration, the long-sweeping lapel accentuates the glamour of the silhouette, with a lower cut allowing the details of the evening shirt to stand out.

Cloth woven in Huddersfield in barathea weave. Weighing 16oz, although heavy on paper, while complementing our soft construction, it is the sort of weight to keep timeless eveningwear constantly elegant and in shape. We would not have recommended anything lighter unless it is peak summer outdoor events.

Our jacket features an unpadded shoulder with our signature lapel buttonhole, with higher armholes giving the garment an exceptional range of motion. We’ve also extended the shoulders slightly with our classic subtly-roped silhouette for a masculine yet elegant and timeless look. This jacket is specifically styled with jetted pockets to suit the formality.

Complete the look with: Wool Barathea Tuxedo Trousers - Black

Product Details:

  • Fully canvassed and fully lined

  • 4x1 button stance

  • Peak lapels with single signature handmade buttonhole

  • Satin lapels

  • Fabric covered buttons

  • Jetted waist pockets with welted chest pocket

  • Two internal chest pockets

  • Side vents

  • Comes with Unfinished sleeves

Size Chart

White Fly Front Dinner Shirt
US$240.00

100% Cotton

One of the three important dinner shirts, with each representing a different personality. This is the most understated of all. This design features our classic collar, with concealed fly front and and square double cuffs. The overall look is simple, unfussy. Fabric is a 120-yarn count 2-ply fine cloth in plain white.

Complete the entire Eveningwear look

Product Details:

  • Mother of Pearl buttons

  • 22-23 stitches per inch (SPI)

  • Split yoke

  • Box gusset

  • French seams (on the sides and sleeves)

  • Misalignment under the armscye

  • Square double cuffs

  • Cufflinks not provided

Care tips: Cold wash (below 30°C) by hand or machine, hang dry only

Delivery Time: Dispatch in 3 weeks

Remark: Due to the nature of this product, it is not eligible for return/exchange/refund

Size Chart

(Check out our video tutorial here)

 
 
 

Formalwear is one instance where we prefer tacked-on sleeve buttons. Cufflinks and a peek of a folded sleeve add contrast, conveying eveningwear glamour distinct from our daily attire.

Black silky socks, or thinner ones, should never show your calves. Ensure they are long enough. For footwear, clean oxfords, plain or cap-toed, or slippers or opera pumps for a special occasion would be our choice. Just because, oxfords are not as ‘In’ even though menswear and tailoring aren't trend-driven, but we think they are on their ‘ebb’ for now. Most importantly, a self-tie bow tie with a distinct design language and presence. The waistband should always be concealed by a cummerbund. These pieces, crafted by our friend Mickael from La Bowtique Bowties, can last a lifetime with proper care.

 
 
 
 

Photography once again by Alex Natt, all shot in film.

Revisit our Eveningwear Lookbook 'The Interval’. Also Shop the collection for the festive season. A final reminder that all made-to-order shirts ordered on or before December 3 GMT would be delivered before Christmas Day. So do place your order if you intend to wear them for your upcoming Christmas or New Years Eve celebrations!

 
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