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The Citizen, 1992-02-12, Page 18PAGE 18. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 12,1992. Dashing, yet sophisticated This season's groom and his attendants look elegant in a silver gray silk blend tuxedo. The double breasted jacket features an elongated gray satin shawl lapel. The matching gray satin bow tie and cummerbund add a sophisticated look to any wedding party. Advance planning helps ensure dream wedding Tuxedo a reflection . of groom's personality It’s all about saving money - even the wealthy are careful not to splurge outrageously in these trying times. Of course, there are certain occa­ sions in which money, and a lot of it, is necessary in order to make a lasting, memorable, and forever treasured impression. Birthdays, holidays, promotions - all are very special and important, but also occur more than once in a lifetime. The singular glorious ceremony that is celebrated and treasured for­ ever, is your wedding. And, although the wedding day is a pre­ cious one, and perfection is the ulti­ mate goal, spending thousands of dollars and running yourself ragged is not the answer; it will only result in post-marital blues. SAVING, NOT SKIMPING It is nice to have a wedding with traditional touches, but this does not mean stretching your budget out of bounds just because you have a preconceived idea of how a wedding “should be”. Don't be afraid to go against the laws of eti­ quette and invest your own ideas for your wedding in order to reduce the impact on your already slim wallet, your valuable lime and, most importantly, your sanity. If you gather all of your family and friends (and somehow get them co-operate) you may be able to come up with some money-saving ideas for your wedding. For exam­ ple, outside weddings or receptions are absolutely beautiful, and if someone close to you has a large backyard or piece of land, it can be decorated lavishly enough to be compared to a garden, park or pri­ vate grounds that some people spend big money to rent. How about an evening wedding? By holding your ceremony at dusk, a romantic, elegant and memorable atmosphere is created. An evening wedding also enables you to stretch your money a bit fur­ ther, as some couples have a small after-party with hors d’oeuvres for the guests, and a dinner gathering for the wedding party and family later in the evening. This may save the money that would have been spent on an elaborate hall. A wedding gown does not have to be wom only once. There are beautiful gowns that have been designed in ways that allow for pieces of the fabric to be cut and/or added on so that the dress can be converted into a semi-formal or party dress. Idefloia Telegraphing a bold message through subtlety of detail, quality of fabric and streamlined design, a man in a tuxedo reflects a part of his personality that others don't see every day. Personalized with acces­ sories in bold or subdued patterns, in solids or in textured designs, this year's formal wear offering allows the groom to express his taste and his individuality. He has nothing to worry about, especially if he lets others help him with what they do best. “Prospective brides and grooms often feel intimidated by the wide variety of styles available and are often unsure of how they should be worn,” says Joseph Hecht, presi­ dent of Classy Formal Wear, “Because very few people wear formal wear regularly, they worry that they will wear it incorrectly or even wear an entirely inappropriate outfit. There's really nothing to worry about,” says Hecht, “At Classy, for example, our sales staff has been trained to give the right Choosing a wedding cake A wedding cake will make some of your “sweetest” wedding memo­ ries, so choose a gorgeous cake made expressly for you and your groom! Charming customs have sur­ rounded the tradition of wedding cakes for centuries. Bridesmaids once believed they would dream of the man they would marry if a morsel of cake was tucked in a stocking under their pillow. And, today, for good luck, brides and grooms freeze the lop layer for sharing on their first anniversary. This popular ritual can be made even more special when your cake is made to order. The top layer - saved to savor after your first year of marriage - is especially fun to select as a couple. For example, you might choose a favourite flavour - like carrot or chocolate - or it might be filled with raspberry jam. To ensure that your cake stays moist and delicious, package the lop layer carefully to store in the freezer. Wrap it airtight - first in plastic wrap, then in heavy-duty aluminum foil - and place the cake in a rigid box to protect delicate decorations. for a truly personal advice and to make sure that cus­ tomers look the way they should. The tuxedo is not really as mysteri­ ous as it looks.” Hecht responds to the most frequently asked ques­ tions: 1. Both tuxedos and tailcoats in any colour are appropriate for any time of day or evening. Lighter colours are more popular in spring and summer, and tails are the more formal alternative. 2. Shirts come in two basic varieties - with wing collars and with turned down collars. Both are appropriate. If you have a very short or thick neck, the turned down collar will look best on you. 3. When wearing a wing collar shirt, the bow tie is wom in front of the collar wings. The only excep­ tion to this is at weddings, where the bow tie can be wom either in front or behind the wings. 4. Single breasted jackets are always wom open; double-breasted UARTERS Let us help you have a perfect wedding. We have everything you'll need. •Wedding invitations •Fresh & Silk bouquets •Boutonnieres •Corsages •Hair Flowers •Candelabras •Table centrepieces •Money & Cake baskets For your convenience evening appointments are available Just for you Gifts & Flowers ‘Wedding it's.... CHRISTMAS & COUNTRY Flowers & Gifts * Evening or Weekend Consultation appointments for your convenience Rentals-candelabras, vases, Topiary trees & more * Flowers for church, reception hall and home * Fresh or artificial flowers * Bridal Gift Registry * Friendly , personal service M Prices to fit any budget Tier your Special (Day... When nothing (ess than the best uhtf do...catf us at K Ol - jackets are always wom closed. 5. A cummerbund or vest is always wom with a single breasted jacket. Cummerbunds are more popular today. Because it is always worn closed, a double-breasted jacket needs no vest or cummer­ bund. 6. Cummerbunds are always worn with the pleats facing upwards. 7. Patent shoes are the most appropriate foot wear. 8. Socks should match the colour of the shoes. 9. A pocket square is wom in the breast pocket of the jacket. 10. If the groom wears tails, his attendants have the option of wear­ ing tails or matching tuxedos. By following these simple guide­ lines, Classy's president says that the wedding party can relax, know­ ing they are looking their best. Classy is Canada's only national formal wear company.