Measurements for Tuxedo Rental

Tuxedos are typically worn by gentlemen at a variety of formal occasions. Men in wedding parties, classical musicians in performance, young men attending a formal school dance and those attending a formal social event will likely be asked to wear a tuxedo. For the sharpest most polished look, make sure to be fitted properly.

A number of measurements will need to be taken in order to ensure the best, most accurate fit for a tuxedo.

• Height: Be sure to stand straight with proper posture when being measured. Do not wear shoes when being measured for height.


• Waist: The rise - the measurement from the crotch to the waist - on tuxedo pants are longer than the standard rise on casual denims or khakis. This is because tuxedo pants are meant to sit higher on the waist than most other pants. For proper fitting, take the waist measurement directly across the bellybutton and allow for one extra inch in give.


• Hip: Measure around the widest part of the seat.


• Outer seam: Put your shoes on and measure from the outer arch of the shoe and straight up to the same height as the bellybutton.


• Chest: Stand straight but relaxed, and extend both arms outward so they are not taken into consideration during measurement. Measure from the underarms over the shoulder blades and around the chest. Allow for an extra inch or so for ease of movement.


• Over arm: Stand straight but relaxed and allow the arms to hang at the side. Measure from the underarms, over the shoulder blades, over both arms and around the chest. Allow for an extra inch or so for ease of movement.


• Neck: The start of the tape measure should be placed where the collar typically falls, fairly low on the neck. Measure around the entire neck with one finger of extra space added for ease and comfort.


• Sleeve: Allow the arms to hang straight but relaxed at the sides. Measure from the neck base in the back, across the top of the shoulder and down the length of the arm at the side. End the measurement where the sleeve should stop, just about one inch past the wrist.