How to Buy a Themed Cummerbund

Whether you want to stick out at the prom, add some spice to your wedding, or you want to be noticed at a black-tie affair, buying a themed cummerbund is one way to set you apart from the rest of the crowd. Here are some tips on what to look for when buying a themed cummerbund.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate

Things You’ll Need:

• Selection of themed cummerbunds
• Tuxedo jacket

1. Think about the event you are attending. When you buy a themed cummerbund, there are two ways to go when choosing that theme. You're either sharing something about your own personality (like you buy a Disney cummerbund because you're a Mickey Mouse fan) or you are saying something about the event (you buy a sailboat cummerbund for a yacht club dinner).
2. Match the bow tie with the themed cummerbund. When it comes to tuxedo etiquette, people who wear vests can wear either a necktie or bow tie. However, if you wear a cummerbund, you should wear a bow tie. And in selecting your themed cummerbund, see if you can get a themed bow tie to match. If you can't, then make sure the color scheme of the cummerbund fits the color scheme of your bow tie.
3. Try the cummerbund on with your tuxedo jacket. With today's enormous selection of tuxedo wear, you want to make sure that the cummerbund looks good with your tuxedo jacket. Certain jackets simply look better with a vest. By trying it on with the jacket, you will get the full picture on what that themed cummerbund will look like on the big night before having to commit to it. You'll also make sure it fits.

Tips & Warnings

• Look in the discount rack for themed cummerbunds. Because they are very specific, they often get put on sale when they are out of season. For instance, if you're looking for a themed cummerbund of your favorite baseball team, purchase it during hockey season.