Tailoring Tradition: Do Tuxedos Still Have Tails?

The Tailed Tuxedo

There's a popular question on Reddit: "Do men still wear tuxedos with tails?" In short, the answer is Yes! However, tuxedos with tails are still considered very formal. In general, tuxedos today still do have the option of long backs, which is called a tailcoat.They remind us of fancy times from the past when people were really elegant. The long back of the tuxedo jacket makes it look special at weddings, lavish parties, and or upscale events. It is like a sign of how things once were and how we should behave and everyone around them feels the rich vibes too, like they're part of something really posh and cool. 

Men's fashion has changed a lot over the past 100 years, shifting towards more comfortable and less formal styles. The tailcoat is a little different, they went from being for comfort to being the pinnacle of formality. Originally, tailcoats were just regular knee length coats. During the 1700's they started to cut tails onto the coats so they could ride their horses more safely and comfortably. It wasn't until the 1900s that the tailcoat was introduced into formal fashion. They started being made with better materials like wool and silk! As time went on, the prestige for tailcoats grew greater and greater. The Gentleman's Gazette gives the full rundown on the history of the tailcoat!