Like the tuxedo, keep it black. After all ... the tie (always a bow tie) is white and it’s paired with a white vest — there’s no room for other colors here. Other than those differences ...

That being said, there are some dress code rules to follow that ensure no matter what ... For example with a black tie event, men have other fashionable ways of representing a bow tie without ...

Men: Wear a tuxedo, a long black jacket with tails, a white collared shirt, a white vest, a white bow tie, and black patent-leather shoes. White or gray gloves are appropriate. • Women ...