When are tailcoats worn?Updated 5 months ago

Tailcoats, also known as "tails," are the most formal of all formal attire (the very best tuxedo if you will). Typically they are worn only after sundown, or at parties that begin earlier but will carry into the evening. If you ever receive an invitation that says "White Tie Affair", a formal tailcoat ensemble is required and expected. Proper accessories to go with your tailcoat are a white pique tuxedo shirt, a white pique formal vest and a matching white pique bow tie.