Over the past decade the white dinner jacket has increased in popularity and is now regularly seen at formal events and cruises. The humble acket started life back in the 1930s as a way for affluent holiday makers to dress formally in the tropical heat. Since then the distinctive jacket has gone on to make various appearances in film blockbusters such as Casablanca and James Bond.
Although it can look great white dinner jacket etiquette needs to be maintained. Firstly the white dinner jacket is only a replacement to the traditional dinner suit (tuxedo) when the event is in hot weather or for a celebratory/cruise event.
The following retailers all sell white dinner jackets online –bear in mind these prices are online prices.
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This cream coloured tuxedo jacket is manufactured from 100% pure gabadine wool. It is cut to a classic,single breasted,two button style with notch lapels. The colour is a cream / off-white.
| This lightweight white tuxedo jacket features a classic shawl lapel giving you the ultimate in sharp,sophisticated style. Made from a wool blend for a comfortable fit,this jacket is a fresh approach to formal wear. | This sylish single breasted white dinner jacket comes with covered buttons and is made with a high quality wool. The jacket is also fully lined and comes with 4 inside pocket. White dinner jacket from Amazon |
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You will definetly stand out in the crowd with this comfortable wool blend,machine washable dinner jacket. The jacket is single breasted and comes with one button fastening,4 button cuffs and front and inside pockets. Marks and Spencer white dinner jacket | This single breasted 1 button white jacket by Moss Bros has a four button cuff and shawl collar. It’s the perfect jacket for any celebratory event or cruise. The jacket comes in a range of sizes from 38s to 48r. | This classic shawl collar tuxedo packages is made from a lightweight wool blend. It is finished with fine detailing such as satin covered buttons and a shorter fitting tailored body. Complete with single pleated black trousers with a satin side stripe. |
Men should wear the following ensemble when putting on a white dinner jacket:
White dinner jacket
This can either be a single or double-breasted jacket however the single breasted option tends to be the most popular. When it comes the collar the shawl collar is most suited to this more casual dinner jacket. The fabric should be unlined and lightweight made from natural fabric such as (linen/cotton) rather than the heavier wool option.
Formal trousers
You should try and stick with the same warm-weather trousers that accompany a black dinner suit.
Dress shirt
The proper shirt should be a classic pleated-front dress shirt with soft turndown collar.
Cummerbund
The cummerbund is the recommended attire for the waist whilst wearing a white dinner jacket. Bear in mind it is worn only with single-breasted jackets. The colour of the cummerbund should be black.
Bowtie
The approprtiate neckwear is a classic bow tie. Ensure it is the same colour as the cummerbund.
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