I have known a lot of people who cannot distinguish the difference between a tux and a suit. It’s not surprising as many modern tuxedos look “similar” to a suit these days. But if you take a better look, you can see features in a suit that is not seen in a tux and vice versa. A tuxedo and suit may look the same at first glance but there are plenty of differences that you should know. For example, tuxedos have satin finishing on the pocket trim, lapels, and buttons. The side stripe of the tuxedo pants is also finished with satin, this feature is not present in a suit. A suit on the other end does not incorporate satin in their fabric. They usually have plastic buttons and buttons with the same fabric used in creating the suit. A tuxedo uses a bowtie while a suit is often seen with a necktie and this is one of the first differences you usually see. Tuxedos are often worn with waistcoats, cummerbunds, or a low stance vest and bow tie. These accessories are not seen in all suits. The shirt you use inside a suit and tuxedo is also different. The shirt worn inside a tux is usually a pleated bib and wing-tipped collars. By tradition, the pleated bibs and wing-tipped collars are the ideal shirts worn. Since we are already in 2021, a modified shirt is a good option to take. The shirt you wear inside a suit is a lot safer compared to a tux. You can choose any color you like as long as it matches your shoes. Adding cuff links to your tux or suit is great as long as it matches the color of your shirt. If you are going to a less formal event like a birthday party or wearing a suit is the safest and best option. Colored shirts are more flexible for a suit but if you are to go to a black-tie event, a tuxedo works best. Galas, charity dinners or balls, film festivals, and others means you must wear a tuxedo. When it comes to shoes, a tuxedo goes with patent leather shoes. But since fashion is ever-changing, the shoes you wear with a tux can also change. If you are happy and confident in the shoes of your choice then go with it!