The Tailcoat Guide
Tailcoat for balls and student balls
At many student balls, balls and formal weddings in Lund, tailcoat or ceremonial dress is a common dress code. Here's a quick overview of what applies and when you should book.
Check the dress code
Always read the invitation before you book. If it says tailcoat or white tie, you should wear a complete tailcoat outfit. If it says ceremonial dress, that usually means a tailcoat for men, but always follow the organiser's information.
Some student balls specify ceremonial dress with orders, which means ceremonial dress along with academic orders for those entitled to wear them.
What you need for the ball
A classic tailcoat outfit includes a black tailcoat and trousers, a white shirt, a white waistcoat, a white bow tie, braces, black socks and black patent shoes.
Read Tailcoat dress code – what's included? for the full rundown, or How should a tailcoat fit? for help with fit and dressing.
Tailcoat for weddings
At a formal wedding, the invitation may specify tailcoat, ceremonial dress or white tie. The groom and male guests then wear full tailcoat attire. If you are unsure, read the invitation carefully – a dinner suit is not enough when the dress code is tailcoat.
For weddings, the same rules apply as for balls: white waistcoat, white bow tie and black patent shoes. If the wedding is in the daytime or less formal, the hosts may choose a different dress code, so always follow their instructions.
Book and try on well in advance
Demand is high during ball season. Book as soon as the date is confirmed and try on the whole outfit before the ball, so you have time to change size if something doesn't fit right.
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