The Huron Expositor, 1997-02-19, Page 31Formal wear styles unlimited for weddhfgs
Accepting a friend's wedding
invitation signifies that you
are delighted to assume a key
role in that most wondrous of
celebrations. It also calls for
a tasteful expression of your
sense of style.
Formalwear also permits
wedding guests to spread
their wings and pay visible
tribute to the bride and
groom on their special day.
BLACK TIE AT SECOND
WEDDINGS
The elegant black tie is also
favored for second weddings
— for the wedding party as
well as the guests.
The formality of the occasion
is not lessened by it being a
second wedding. Schapiro
says. Black -tie dress for
weddings is a custom that is
here to stay.
ELEGANT CHOICES
ABOUND
Choose a tuxedo in black or a
distinctive shade of gray.
Your choice of style is
unlimited...single- or double-
breasted; shawl, notchor
peak lapels; flat fabrics or
those with surface interest.
With it, choose a classic
pleated shirt with lay -down
or wing collar. Sophisticated
jewelry will complete the
look.
Use of exciting color in
formalwear is prevalent this
year, with exceptional
Role of the
master of
ceremonies
The wedding 'emcee', or
master of ceremonies, can be
the best man or any friend
or member of the family.
Guests are seated before
the bridal party, but the MC
usually asks the guests to
stand when thebridal party
is being seated. He then
introduces himself,
welcomes the guests and
introduces the person
elected to give the blessing.
Just after the guests have
been served coffee and
dessert, the MC introduces
the head table, perhaps
saying a line or two about
each. He then starts the
speeches and toasts.
accessories that include
colorful vests, bow ties and
cummerbunds. These
accents, available in a variety
of fabrics and patterns, can
help tuxedo -wearers preserve
the "individuality index."
EXPERT ADVICE
AVAILABLE
With such a variety of
noteworthy options, buyers
and renters should seek
assistance in selecting the
perfect formal ensemble. A
qualified formalwear
specialist can help. His
primary concern is turning
you out in impeccable style.
WEDDING GUES'It in
formalwear add a festive air
to posed and candid
photographs.
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Celebrate
with
BUD GOWAN
FORMAI, WEAR
and receive
YOUR
GROOM'S
TUXEDO
RENTAL
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1 PLUS
2 PRICE
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BUD GOWAN FORMAI, WEAR
RENTALS AND SALES
HEAD OFFICE & SHOWROOM
Downtown London
184 York Street N6A 1 B5
(519) 672=6210
Fax: (519) 672-5713
Opposite CN/VIA Station
WATERLOO
20 William St. W. N2L 1J3
William at Caroline
(519) 745-0663
Lower level of Bridal Depot
WHITE OAKS LOCATION
White Oaks Mall
1105 Wellington Rd. S.
(519) 668-6650
South Side Entrance
by Luigi and Wong
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AVAILABLE EXCLUSIVELY FROM....
MITCHELL
EDIGHOFFER'S
75 `_ ntc r 10 kouci
Mitchell, ON NOK 1 NO
Tel: (519) 3488463
GODERICH
TASKER'S TUXEDOS
i6 West Street
Goderich, ON N7A 2K3
Tel: (519) 524 4312
GRAND BEND
PECKITT'S MEN'S WEAR
78 Ontario Street
Grand Bend, ON NOM 1 TO
Tel (519) 238-6165
EXETER
DESIGNERS
397 Main Street
Exeter, ON NOM 156
Tel: (519) 235-3035
SEAFORTH
CARDNO'S MEN'S WEAR
39 Main Street South
Seaforth, ON NOK 1 WO
Tel (519) 527-0596
Also available at associated stores throughout Southwestern Ontario. Please consult your Yellow Pages under Formal Wear.