Alformal formal wear · Weddings · Black tie · Prom Dressed for the occasion.
Tuxedos, suits, gowns and the finishing pieces, chosen from Amazon's best-rated formal wear and sorted by the dress code on your invitation.
Read the invitation
Four dress codes, decoded.
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Most formal
White tie
Him: black tailcoat, white piqué waistcoat, wing-collar shirt and a white bow tie.
Her: a floor-length evening gown.
Evening gowns -
Evening formal
Black tie
Him: a black or midnight tuxedo, black bow tie and polished oxfords.
Her: a floor-length gown or an elegant cocktail dress.
Tuxedos -
Dressy
Cocktail
Him: a dark suit, crisp shirt and a tie.
Her: a knee- to midi-length cocktail dress.
Cocktail dresses -
Daytime smart
Business formal
Him: a navy or charcoal suit, white or light-blue shirt, conservative tie.
Her: a tailored dress or suit.
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Fit notes
Fit matters more than fabric.
A well-fitted budget suit beats a baggy expensive one. Three things to check when yours arrives:
Shoulders
The seam should sit right at the edge of your shoulder. Tailors can fix almost anything except shoulders, so size for these first.
Jacket length
The jacket should cover the seat of your trousers, and your sleeves should show about half an inch of shirt cuff.
Trouser break
For a modern look, hem trousers to a slight break or none at all, so the fabric just touches the top of your shoe.
Guides
Before you order.
Sep 12, 2026
Is Al’s Formal Wear Still in Business? What Happened, and Where to Buy Instead
Al's Formal Wear closed all of its stores in August 2023. Here's what happened, what to do if you had an order, and how buying compares with renting now.
Sep 12, 2026
Tuxedo vs. Suit: Which One Does Your Invitation Call For?
The difference between a tuxedo and a suit comes down to satin, the tie and the dress code. Here is how to tell which one you need.
Sep 12, 2026
Black Tie Dress Code: What to Wear, for Men and Women
What black tie means, what "black tie optional" allows, and a simple checklist for men and women.
Questions
Good to know.
Is Al's Formal Wear still in business?
No. Al's Formal Wear, the Texas tuxedo rental chain, closed all of its stores in August 2023 and its operator filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy. Alformal is an independent online store and is not connected to it. If you were planning to rent from Al's, you can buy an affordable tuxedo or suit here instead.
Do you sell the clothes yourselves?
No. Every piece is sold and shipped by Amazon. We choose well-rated formal wear, organise it by occasion and link you to it. When you buy through our links we may earn a commission, at no extra cost to you.
Are the prices up to date?
We check prices regularly and show the date of the last check on each product. Amazon sets the final price, so the price you see on Amazon at checkout is the one you pay.
How do returns and sizing exchanges work?
Because your order is placed on Amazon, Amazon's return policy for that item applies. Many clothing items qualify for free returns; check the listing before you order.