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SIlver jacket to a wedding?

Started this discussion. Last reply by Arthur Sep 20, 2012. 13 Replies

So I'm going to a wedding this Saturday (short notice) and I've got a great tuxedo I picked up a while back. Thing is, the jacket is silver, with a black lapel. Is this wedding appropriate?I'd…Continue

It's that time of year!

Started this discussion. Last reply by Fred Hoeft Feb 13, 2012. 3 Replies

Valentine's day approaches. Every year, me and three other guys split a bottle if we're single. Which means, I'm in need of a bottle of hooch, since it's my turn to buy. It's definitely gonna be…Continue

MacGyver style cocktail shaker?

Started this discussion. Last reply by NaTaS Dec 19, 2011. 13 Replies

So lets say hypothetically, someone was planning a party, and realized that no one had a martini shaker, and for the sake of argument, lets say that someone didn't plan on buying one soon.Any tips…Continue

Wolf Reintroduction: Good or Bad?

Started this discussion. Last reply by Dallas the Phallus Aug 26, 2011. 58 Replies

I went camping with a couple buddies in the central Upper Peninsula of Michigan, and as we were sitting around the fire, quietly smoking pipes/cigars, I heard coyotes off in the distance. After a…Continue

 

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Vintage Electrical Problems.

Alright. My least favorite thing in the world is electrical systems. I'd seriously rather chew tin foil than chase wires. Not my thing. But as luck would have it, that's what needs fixin'.I just replaced the points and condenser on my 1969 Yamaha enduro, and I can't get them to open. As the engine spins, they just stay closed. I have the flywheel installed and tightened down, and it seems like everything's assembled as it should be.When I turn the bike over, the multimeter reads a charge, but…See More
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Arthur replied to Fred Hoeft's discussion SIlver jacket to a wedding?
"Yes if you are the Lead Singer in the band: http://videosift.com/video/Bill-Murray-as-the-lounge-singer-Nick-Winters-from-SNL "
Sep 20, 2012
The Original Cody replied to Fred Hoeft's discussion SIlver jacket to a wedding?
"only if you have the gold pants to match!   "
Sep 19, 2012
Fred Hoeft replied to Fred Hoeft's discussion SIlver jacket to a wedding?
"I traded a length of coaxial cable and a bottle of gin for it. So yeah, it was a giveaway. Not something I'd spend money on."
Sep 19, 2012
Fred Hoeft replied to Fred Hoeft's discussion SIlver jacket to a wedding?
"Thanks for the input, guys. Fingers crossed, I won't look foolish."
Sep 19, 2012
Marco Ramirez replied to Fred Hoeft's discussion SIlver jacket to a wedding?
"the best reply!!!! i agree"
Sep 19, 2012
Marco Ramirez replied to Fred Hoeft's discussion SIlver jacket to a wedding?
"well the staring at the wedding is for the couple will marry LOL...m I right? at what time will be the ceremony?"
Sep 19, 2012
Kory G Leach replied to Fred Hoeft's discussion SIlver jacket to a wedding?
"Navy or grey suit if going with a suit.  A blazer or sport coat may also be appropriate.  But the ONLY people who should be going with a tux would be the men in the wedding party, unless specified in the invite (doubtful).   The…"
Sep 18, 2012
Carl Monster replied to Fred Hoeft's discussion SIlver jacket to a wedding?
"No, unless you plan to MC the reception."
Sep 18, 2012
Will replied to Fred Hoeft's discussion SIlver jacket to a wedding?
"No -- it makes you the center of attention, rather than the happy couple."
Sep 18, 2012
Rebekah replied to Fred Hoeft's discussion SIlver jacket to a wedding?
"I agree with the consensus. Tuxedo-anything is not usually required or expected or even appropriate for US weddings unless explicitly stated on the invitation. Tuxedo-anything is not appropriate before 6pm. That likely takes care of the issue…"
Sep 18, 2012
Nathanael replied to Fred Hoeft's discussion SIlver jacket to a wedding?
"www.blacktieguide.com Short answer is no, unless everyone else there has bad taste too."
Sep 18, 2012
Sloan replied to Fred Hoeft's discussion SIlver jacket to a wedding?
"No. SIlver is good for themes, but not formal events."
Sep 18, 2012
Dean Tiegs replied to Fred Hoeft's discussion SIlver jacket to a wedding?
"Without knowing more about the event (place, attire specified on the invitation, age and lifestyle of the other guests) I can't say for certain that it would be inappropriate, but my first impulse is to say don't wear that unless you are…"
Sep 18, 2012
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SIlver jacket to a wedding?

So I'm going to a wedding this Saturday (short notice) and I've got a great tuxedo I picked up a while back. Thing is, the jacket is silver, with a black lapel. Is this wedding appropriate?I'd appreciate feedback, I'm a little clueless about stuff like this.See More
Sep 17, 2012
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"Clearly, Superman ice cream. A creamy mixture of truth, justice, and the American way."
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