The tuxedo is the most recognized formalwear for men in modern fashion, but its origins are not as commonly known to people as the style of the outfit. In this three part series, we will discuss where the tuxedo came from, its evolution over time and the tuxedo we are familiar with today.
Left to Right: a 1931 Tuxedo advertisement, a classic tuxedo
Origins of the Word
The word "tuxedo" has deeply American roots and originally did not have to do with formalwear. The word P'tauk-seet-tough, which shares its phonetics with the word we use today, was an Algonquin word given to...
