<p>and I thought I would just go to J C Penney and buy one, like I did for my older son five years ago. The only problem is that the $100 tux is now $150. That still may be a good deal, as I haven’t checked out the rental stores. JCP’s tuxedos all have satiny lapels. Is that in style now? Do any of the big rental chains rent just vests and ties? I’m assuming boys are still trying to “match” their dates.</p>
<p>We have a couple of vests…send me an address:)</p>
<p>It will cost you as much to rent the vest and tie as to buy them…that’s why we own them.</p>
<p>If your son is renting or buying a black tux, I personally don’t see any need to match the girls gown. The colors never are exact anyway.</p>
<p>Bought S a Calvin Klein tux online (from Macy’s I think)…$300 two years ago. He has worn at least 6 times that I’m aware of…is now a soph in college. (Rental in HS was $150 all in.) Yes, you can rent ties, vests, shoes, etc. I think we had to buy the pocket square ($6). Try Men’s Wearhouse for renting.
FWIW, my S gave thumbs down to shiny lapel…</p>
<p>We bought a tux for S his freshman year in HS. He’s a musician and wears it frequently. He’s a senior now & this will be his 4th prom! </p>
<p>We lucked out - someone had ordered it but then changed his mind; happened to be the same size. Purchased for less than the cost of 1 rental.</p>
<p>We’ve found coordinating vests, ties, and pocket squares at Burlington Coat Factory. Cost to purchase was cheaper than renting vests/ties. </p>
<p>Maybe we’ll luck out & this year’s date will wear a color we already have!</p>
<p>You might want to check Kohls - I think their tuxes are on sale. I think if he’ll wear it more than once it’s probably cheaper to buy.</p>
<p>I’m not real fond of those shiny lapels, either, gosmom. Burlington Coat Factory? Wouldn’t have thought of them. Thanks for all the ideas so far.</p>
<p>I’ve bought all of my kids tuxedos on eBay. Didn’t pay more than $35-$40 for any of them and they are absolutely lovely.</p>