The Bill Blass tuxedo and the Ben Sherman tuxedo are popular among formal wear buyers worldwide. I wrote this article to tell you why they are so popular and to give you an idea of the styles each bring to the table.
The designer Bernard Sugarman created the Ben Sherman tuxedo less than half a century ago. Although he was born in Great Britain, he immigrated to the United States and created his line there.
Designs and styles consist of British styles great for formal tuxedo events. You can find several different models consisting of different jacket and pant styles. Look for a large array of flat front pants without cuffs.
Wrinkle resistant tuxedos are made from high quality wool mixtures combined with new and innovative materials. Expect to pay around $400 for a brand new creation.
Bill Blass tuxedos were spawned by the American designer William Blass. This company has been in business for over 30 years and despite the recession, is still going strong.
American influence is clearly shown in each design as each model does a nice job of providing a less formal yet comfortable look. Hand stitching is note worthy and should not be overlooked when evaluating this tux.
Wool materials are prevalent in Bill Blass tuxedos. You won’t find any cheap materials like full blown polyester in any of the Bill Blass creations. Expect to pay $250 for a new Bill Blass model.
These tuxedo brands have similar design styles and materials. The only real noticeable difference is in the price and marketing aspects of each company.