The average man feels confident when sports the best suits and tuxedos, 67% feel confident. According to new research.
A poll of 2,000 Americans revealed that they have a strong boost in their self-esteem but are confident in their ability to choose the right one.
According to the results, six in 10 (59%) felt “somewhat” or “very” confident in knowing what to wear due to different wedding dress codes.
However, the data spoke a different story: When presented with a list of clothing and photos, only 53% were able to correctly identify “black tie” outfits.
The man nailed the casual, tropical dress code, but was fighting the rest
Only 41% were able to correctly identify “white ties” and 17% chose their cocktail outfit correctly.
But when it came to dressing down, the man was there. 83% were correctly identified, which wedding attire was “casual” and 54% nailed “beach/tropical.”
Overall, an additional 84% know the difference between a suit and a tuxedo.
Consigned by Generation Tux And this study conducted by Talker Research found that confidence was further reduced when it comes to neck-bow bonds.
One in five people feel unsure about knowing how to tie a tie, with 24% admitting that they recognize their partner’s bond.
One in ten people confessed that they have a “good video” when it’s time to tie their ties, with 10% saying they only buy clip-on ties.
And 58% said they didn’t need to search for assistance online, but found that the most common search was “how long should it be?” (16%)
In the case of bowtie, it’s even worse, as 61% of respondents report not impressed when it becomes them. Men admit that they have an average of three failed bow tie-in attempts before getting right, with almost half (47%) unable to tie one.
“According to some simple rules, nail the dress code. Go with a black or white tie, a tuxedo. Wear a formal, classic black or navy suit. For casual, tropical or garden weddings, wear a tan or blue suit (and enjoy with the colours of accessories).” “When in doubt, ask. It’s better to ask and swallow your pride than to show up in something that’s not appropriate.”
With wedding seasons around the corner, the results revealed that the average guy might not be a bit prepared when it comes to what’s already in the closet.
Only 17% of people said they could successfully identify “black tie” suits in their wardrobes, and only 27% could dress up their “cocktail” outfits.
On average, men own two different suits and wear them outside of their occupational obligations only twice a year.
Men own two suits and wear them casually twice a year
Sadly, 44% of men agree that they are not completely satisfied with their current suit choice, and the average respondent says they are willing to drop over $1,200 on a “perfect suit.”
“The right suit makes all the difference in how you look and how you feel. Choose the colour you’re excited about and make sure you have the right fit,” Jackson said. “A good looking suit that doesn’t fit properly doesn’t feel like a million dollars, and with options like rentals you don’t have to spend a million dollars to look like that. Design your suit with confidence and have an unforgettable night.”
Research method:
The Talker survey looked at 2,000 American men. The investigation was commissioned by Generation Tux Managed and implemented online by Talker Research March 14th and March 21st, 2025.
