Difference between suit and tux?

FH just bought a nice pinstripe suit that he may wear for the wedding. But he wanted to go look at tuxes also, just in case he saw something else he liked. Everything in there looks like a regular suit to me. I even asked him where they kept the tuxes!

This may seem like a stupid question, but what exactly is the difference between a suit and a tux? I know the superformal tuxes have the tails on the jackets....but the regular tuxes at Mens Warehouse and stuff like that look just like suits to me.

you know i am searching and so far it looks like

a tux has a 'sheen' to the lapel

a tux does not have three buttons

a tux usually has a shiny stripe down the side ( not all the time though so this is confusing )

a tux doesnt have belt loops bc they cant be worn with a belt. . .

FH already got his tux..but I still dont even understand what the difference between suits and tuxes are...

heres what i found

also depends what type of tuxed, theres also those english styled ones with the tail coats

What's the difference between a suit and a tuxedo? Tuxedo jackets have a satin lapel, tuxedo pants have a satin stripe down the outside legs, tuxedo shirts have pintucking (pleats on the bodice of the shirt) as well as being compatible with studs and cuff links, and patent leather shoes are worn with tuxedos. Suits have a self lapel (same fabric as the body of the coat), no satin stripe down the pants, a dress shirt and nice shoes are worn. Now you know!

i just tried my Google-Fu and thought i'd come up with a nice quick reply...
and all i got was confused!

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Posted by Espo22

also fh said tuxes have no pockets on the pants

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all the tuxes i've seen or that friends/relatives wore had pockets b/c that was how they adjusted their shirts properly.
the pockets had holes in them to help with the shirt tucking.
however you couldnt really keep anything in the pockets

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Posted by bemyyoko

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Posted by Espo22

also fh said tuxes have no pockets on the pants

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all the tuxes i've seen or that friends/relatives wore had pockets b/c that was how they adjusted their shirts properly.
the pockets had holes in them to help with the shirt tucking.
however you couldnt really keep anything in the pockets

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i dont know maybe depends on the tux not sure...this is what Fh said...He owns a tux so ill check it out and maybe see other differences, were at my house now so can't check

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Posted by jenlen

Thanks ladies!!! I thought it was something more drastic....like with the shape or something.

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well yeah bc suits have 3 buttons and tuxes dont, so that will change how it looks on someone

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Posted by Espo22

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Posted by jenlen

Thanks ladies!!! I thought it was something more drastic....like with the shape or something.

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well yeah bc suits have 3 buttons and tuxes dont, so that will change how it looks on someone

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i just read something that said some Tuxes do have 3 buttons.

and men say WE'RE confusing!!

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Posted by bemyyoko

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Posted by Espo22

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Posted by jenlen

Thanks ladies!!! I thought it was something more drastic....like with the shape or something.

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well yeah bc suits have 3 buttons and tuxes dont, so that will change how it looks on someone

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i just read something that said some Tuxes do have 3 buttons.

and men say WE'RE confusing!!

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no i actually got that from a site

here, it depends on whether you get traditional or contemporary

Traditional style tuxedos are typically manufactured with a 1 or 2 button front. These jackets have been recommended in the industry for many years and never seems to be phased out by the manufacturers. Highly recommended for a shorter gentleman. To achieve a more contemporary look you can opt for a style with a 3 to 6 button front. Here you will find the lapels are shortened down the front of the jacket to leave room for the extra buttons. These jackets are recommended for taller gentlemen with a thinner build. Keep in mind, jackets with 3 to 6 buttons can be found on many tuxedos today, however, they may not be very popular in the years to come. If you plan on investing in a tuxedo with many years of use, we suggest opting for a style with either the 1 or 2 button closure.

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Posted by Espo22

here, it depends on whether you get traditional or contemporary

Traditional style tuxedos are typically manufactured with a 1 or 2 button front. These jackets have been recommended in the industry for many years and never seems to be phased out by the manufacturers. Highly recommended for a shorter gentleman. To achieve a more contemporary look you can opt for a style with a 3 to 6 button front. Here you will find the lapels are shortened down the front of the jacket to leave room for the extra buttons. These jackets are recommended for taller gentlemen with a thinner build. Keep in mind, jackets with 3 to 6 buttons can be found on many tuxedos today, however, they may not be very popular in the years to come. If you plan on investing in a tuxedo with many years of use, we suggest opting for a style with either the 1 or 2 button closure.

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oooh ok. so the tux basically has more 'tie and shirt' exposed.....

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Posted by jenlen

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Posted by Espo22

here, it depends on whether you get traditional or contemporary

Traditional style tuxedos are typically manufactured with a 1 or 2 button front. These jackets have been recommended in the industry for many years and never seems to be phased out by the manufacturers. Highly recommended for a shorter gentleman. To achieve a more contemporary look you can opt for a style with a 3 to 6 button front. Here you will find the lapels are shortened down the front of the jacket to leave room for the extra buttons. These jackets are recommended for taller gentlemen with a thinner build. Keep in mind, jackets with 3 to 6 buttons can be found on many tuxedos today, however, they may not be very popular in the years to come. If you plan on investing in a tuxedo with many years of use, we suggest opting for a style with either the 1 or 2 button closure.

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oooh ok. so the tux basically has more 'tie and shirt' exposed.....

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and vest, usually with a tux you wear a vest