What To Wear: Black Tie Event

[@mr.wizard5405]

I’m not someone who ever really dresses up, but I enjoy watching people who are passionate about what they do, so it’s fun to watch your channel. And hey if I ever need to get fancy at least now I know how!

[@kirbyallison]

I'm so glad you're enjoying the channel!

[@joshmaag2457]

Yeah I don’t really need to dress up much, but I wish I did. I got a few suits I don’t get to wear that much at all 😔

[@theofarmmanager267]

I’m exactly the same as you. I used to wear nice suits each working day plus the occasional black tie event. When I retired, so did my smart clothes. When I was working, I longed for the time when I didn’t have to wear suit and tie each day; now, I wish I could wear them some days. I have bought a few nice sports jackets and so, I do become the smartest guy when shopping in the supermarket

[@MyBoomStick1]

KZbin is amazing for watching people open up about what they’re passionate about. Can’t count how many channels I’ve watched about topics I’ve never cared about but am interested just because of the host’s passion

[@aaronholmes8568]

"Quality, craftsmanship and tradition" Such a brilliant motto for what you do, sir

[@a.s.j.g6229]

You need to do one about white tie ready for the 500k celebration in Monaco.

[@birdbro1990]

Just Subbed for this comment

[@Mr.M1STER]

That green smoking jacket is beautiful.

[@mikechedzoy4866]

I don't succumb to the pointless fluff of style and fashion. I'm practically minded and there is one thing I hold high, above all else, and that is craftmanship. That's why I love this channel. I'm made aware of what is stylish (while having not a singular sense of it myself) and the craftsmanship that goes into producing the final product. Fantastic.

[@jessbooth5495]

As a lady, I am not likely to be your target audience but I do enjoy your videos so much. I wish dressing formally was more popular. Thank you 😊

[@nirvana613]

That jacket is just to die for ! Velvet is in a class of it's own !

[@tormolstad4528]

My father has been to many white ties events, like marriages and galas. He wore excellemt tailcoats, and cufflinks that i still have to this day.

[@andrewnoble9199]

Love your work. Style never goes out of fashion!!! You deserve all the good things this world has to offer.

[@ethiopianationnationalitie5043]

You are a such a person who makes me happy even though I don't have the money to buy suits.

[@peter-radiantpipes2800]

Kirby, I was an avid cigar enthusiast for most of my life, but after trying pipes out for a week, I didn’t look back. I’ve got a nice cabinet of cigars aging now but love pipes so much, it’s a side business now. It’s cheaper and the non-aromatic tobacco has such a range. I know you’ve done a video or maybe 2 in the past, but I think it fits well with your channel and videos. I think delving into a nice tobacco pipe and exploring a Virginia base, an English blend, a Burley based and Aromatics would be very interesting. It’s an acquired taste like all these are but it is so relaxing and pleasurable.

[@aaronholmes8568]

Pipes always reminded me of my grandfather, who would sit on a Sunday afternoon listening to the radio and smoking his Condor ready rubbed. The smell reminds me of sitting relaxing with him whilst he puffed contentedly, speaking softly over the radio about articles in the Sunday papers. I remember the scent of Brylcreem too in his hair, and Old Spice. Over 30 years later I took the step to buy my own pipe and tobacco, and the smells of my childhood came flooding back.

[@алексейрыбкин-щ7т]

Oh I'm in shock. I've seen mr Allison in shorts!

[@professorpelotard7925]

I find this video strangely soothing. Gongratulations on the milestone, Kirby. Hope to see you when you're next in London.

[@aaronholmes8568]

That Dunhill lighter is beautiful, such an elegant design.

[@anthonysnook1098]

Kirby I met you in Royal Arcade while you were filming. We share the same tailor John Kent. My only comments are that black barathea is preferable to satin for evening bow ties and grosgrain is preferable to satin for the shawl collar of the jacket. I had the collar and also the sleeve cuffs above the piping of my Turnbull and Asser jacket - in the same colour as yours - converted to black grosgrain by Henry Poole.

[@amadejpesko]

I love the piano background music. 👌👌

[@kingdraOveruse]

I didn't know about that kind of shoes but I can see that these are a really elegant shoes and socks. 👌🏽

[@Narweeboy]

Beautiful jacket.

[@Abebe345]

Great to see you enjoy the great craftsmanship of clothes and leisure. A very well fitting clothing makes a difference

[@twachpt]

So beautiful the jacket, im impressive.

[@lejimmy]

the end, when he is talking about the cigar, is pure Anchorman.

[@bobpickens1]

Outstanding.

[@charliesmash]

Mr. Allison is doing a great job with this content. Can’t wait for more.

[@greenblazer2]

Superb tutorial

[@TheCityLawyer]

Never in my life have I ever felt the need to purchase a smoking jacket… until now! Great video as always, Kirby. Greetings from London!

[@BLdontM]

The world just isn't that formal. There is almost nowhere that jacket can actually be worn - atleast not in the US. In the US one would stand out in a bad way in nearly any setting

[@TheCityLawyer]

@@BLdontM it’s certainly not for everyone, granted. In my circles, being in the U.K., working in a sector associated with formal dress codes and hobbies that see me in a lot of members clubs, I wouldn’t look out of place. If it doesn’t apply to you, then that’s okay just wear whatever makes you comfortable! Not going to judge 😊

[@timcorrell9863]

If it’s legal to do so where you live, just smoke cannabis rather than tobacco when wearing a smoking jacket or robe. Cannabis is way better for you than tobacco.

[@911_terrorist]

You now have 222k subscribers! I really enjoy these videos, I feel so classy watching this fancy and educated man giving lessons about how to tie a tie etc. ❤😄

[@kirbyallison]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@medeirov]

Small note: I've been watching your videos for a long time and just now I noticed how much more comfortable you are on the videos. Not that you ever had any trouble with a conversation or presentation, nothing was awkward but the **feel** is different now. Details... but I felt like sharing lol (p.s: lighting and sound were a bit off on this one but great studio!). Much love from Brazil!

[@roberthoffhines5419]

I can see that too, it's like he's become an enthusiastic friend, good for YT content creator (and proprietor)

[@LDacic]

Ahh, messed it up with the P.S.

[@kirbyallison]

Thank you for the compliment! I am glad I seem more friendly and comfortable on screen! As for the lighting and sound, this video was done on the fly, so was actually only filmed on my Iphone, hence the different look and sound.

[@Iberian247]

That jacket is a winner.

[@MikeHaggarKJ]

3:34 I am in absolute shock

[@jonnenoorland6734]

What a great smoking jacket, Kirby! Interestingly enough, in the Netherlands a smoking jacket was traditionally worn on top of the dinner jacket. This is why it should be cut slighty larger than your regular (dinner) jacket. Funny to see how these traditions are similar, but not the same in our two cultures.

[@Whatsup_Abroad]

They were traditionally worn that way in England as well, later people began to wear them on their own

[@johnwilson9562]

Have a pair of Brooks Bros. calf leather opera pumps I bought in 1982. Still in great shape and much prefer to patent leather. I'd also recommend a set of gold studs with your initials on them. You don't see them that often and they will set you apart.

[@pauljones401]

Just a simple well done! You highlight to me a lot of wonderful craftsmanship which for me is about skilled jobs that I hope we certainly don’t lose in the UK. And everywhere else! Fantastic channel. Paul

[@kirbyallison]

Thank you very much!

[@TheGrandPoohPaw]

Regret I was late to this party! I was in NYC myself at the time and just catching this now, as I enjoy a cigar poolside at home. I have to say, I was excited for you just watching you gear up. Since I was young, my mother taught me (without meaning to) that dressing well adds to the splendor of a special occasion, always ensuring my brother and I were properly turned out. The smoking jacket is beautiful, love the lapis studs for the shirt. Question: How do you prefer to manage your socks such they stay up and don’t fall to your ankles? My legs are slender, and it’s a challenge for me personally. Thank for the great vids, once again!

[@brendondraper]

Great video only thing missing is braces , I wear braces and cummerbund with black tie

[@vtownboxingfan]

Just subscribed after watching a few videos Kirby, I like your professionalism & informative channel, keep up the excellent work.

[@InTheNow2020]

Very nice Kirby. Like and subscribed from Vancouver, Canada.

[@justinmitchell9195]

New viewer here . Enjoy the content greatly ! New subscriber!. Quality is what defines Kirby Allison.

[@dw309]

Hi Kirby, have become a big fan of yours - I know your content is about craftsmanship and tradition - I wonder have you made any videos about architecture and interior styling? I just imagine your home looks outstanding!

[@atulyeshwantsant576]

Hearty congratulations on achieving this big milestone. Best wishes for journey ahead

[@eric.m.anthony5892]

Finally it's good to be back here, and congratulations on the 200k subscribers Mr.kirby.And now road to achieve 300k subscribers

[@mharmaansheikh6388]

Mr Allison is really underrated he has such a good knowledge of classic men's wear and no one on youtube has better shoes videos than him he taught me how to do a mirror shine you deserve more subscribers realy

[@kirbyallison]

I appreciate that!

[@mharmaansheikh6388]

@@kirbyallison 😊

[@AstepAbove21]

Goals. Thank you for an exceptionally well done video Mr Allison.

[@atulyeshwantsant576]

Excellent! As elegant as it can get

[@OrrosGG]

The world needs White Tie events once again, our standards got so low that Black tie is the diamond tip now..

[@lemonysnicket3153]

Morning wear as well

[@OrrosGG]

@@lemonysnicket3153 Yep I love that way more, because it has more flexibility such as Vest colour etc.

[@professorpelotard7925]

Nothing flatters the male physique like a properly cut tailcoat! And it's exceptionally comfortable to wear as well.

[@heinzguderianbutmoreyounge9659]

@LG 8341 you have lot to learn,in white tie you can wear a black waistcoat matching the wool fabric or the facings,you can use a SB or DB,a white silk waistcoat with matching bow tie,colorful studs,different kinds of toppers,you can wear it with breeches and silk stocking,you can use Pique bib shirt or a smooth cotton bib,you can use peak Lapel or Shawl Lapel Tailcoat.....

[@ralphyz2437]

What a learning experience. Exquisite!

[@SweetieSunflower3]

Mind-blowing!

[@kennethjohnson6141]

Spectacular video Kirby, I learn so much from you, thank you so much 🙏🙏👍

[@cedb7115]

That jacket is tough!! 🔥🔥

[@kamisama7522]

What is the watch you are wearing before changing it looks very nice

[@caseyjonesbklyn5796]

Congratulations on another milestone! Many more to come!

[@kristisankitwilson7268]

Hi from New Zealand Mr Allison 🙂 I love your Channel.

[@livebig6414]

Beautiful, everything is so elegant.

[@kirbyallison]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@leonstevens1382]

That green velvet jacket looks like something an MMA ring announcer would wear.

[@RC-qc2nz]

Could you make a video about dressing as a wedding guest? For example are wing tip brogues the right shoes or Oxfords? That would be great. Greetings from Germany

[@MrSRigos]

Hey Kirby, the videos on formal attire have been really helpful. I know that the trousers of a formal attire need to fit perfectly but if it is not bespoke, is it ok to use braces with them?

[@supersonique001]

Respectfully IMHO bottle green leans to the 'dandy' and perhaps should be reserved for one's intimate home( Chateau) or 'Palazzo' not the dust-bowl of Texas! That being said it is striking in a Cifonelli sort of way but remember your admonitions concerning the rules of black tie: 'beware a 'splash' of color.......' Without prejudice!

[@phmwu7368]

🤨 I know my strictly formal military gala uniform dress code into the smallest details including cufflinks and hair + beard cut. Here Kirby certainly forgot to mention a dress watch ! ! ! 🤔

[@eliporter3980]

After seeing the sheer stockings and a bow on the pumps, the word of the day is: *PAUSE*

[@mateuszolszamowski2488]

No matter what I still think nothing is more perfect than a classic tuxedo, but this definitely comes close! Question: I've always thought cufflinks/studs for black tie should have black stones, but you seem okay with blue jewels. Would you still wear them with a black tuxedo, or do you reserve them for a more unusual smoking or dinner jacket like here? Also congratulations on the channel milestone!

[@MeowTow]

This felt very Mr. Rogers esque.

[@mylesl2890]

what is the proper etiquette between when you should or should not ware a T shirt under a dress shirt?

[@Exec-eo1kz]

Kirby, you should wear and undershirt. You tuxedo shirt is bespoke you don't need pit stains from dancing.

[@Raphael-fn9dr]

I’m confused. Weren’t smoking jackets worn ON TOP OF your regular tuxedo/dinner jacket?

[@lukeknox2566]

this man with his little shiny shoes complete with bows, speculating on the sheerness of his silk socks being as close to pantyhose as a man can come.... LOLOL. that jacket is cool though.

[@danbee415]

do you even dress up? And if you do, do you do it right? Probably a no at least... Its his hobby as well for christ sake. Also as an attack, nothing lasts forever so you may as well enjoy the things you like. Why build muscle when you're inevitably going to lose it once your dead, you get the point.

[@ransomcoates546]

After formal dinner parries the women left the table and went to another room to drink cordials in small glasses . The men remained at the table and drank port, passed counterclockwise, until the host rose snd said, ‘Gentlemen, shall we rejoin the ladies?’

[@JamesMilliganJr]

I always thought that I was the last of the Victorians in dress--that is, until you came along. Delighted that the high standards still survive!! And indeed hopefully will be carried on by your followers and certainly yourself.

[@renoiroyal8891]

Hello, a new subscriber here! I'm glad I found you. The content is amazing. Keep up the good work.✌

[@kirbyallison]

Thanks and welcome

[@kbrett2004]

You look like a million bucks Kirby. Nice job.

[@Newstarbethelmbc]

On point...

[@eliasingemundsen1304]

How wide are the pleats on this dinner shirt Kirby?

[@jay_dagentlemen9455]

Nice!

[@funksfunk]

Let’s have a toast to our universal white-tie phoniness. Geeesh.

[@franksanchez1974]

Nice. 🧐

[@ChandraShekar-pr9hy]

Kirby could you provide more details on that velvet fabric

[@mateuszz9032]

Why there are no suspenders?

[@danbee415]

Isn't that a faux pas with wearing a black bow tie that does not match the same weave and fabric colour in regards to your jacket lapels?

[@windsurfredbull1111]

Gorgeous

[@TheBlackhorse1954]

Traditionally the cumberbun pleats go up, but that's not a hard and fast rule. In the military, specifically the US Army directs that the pleats face downward. Reference DA PAM 670-1 Pg. 129. (2) Description. The cummerbund is black, made of a commercial design, in silk or satin material with four or five pleats running the entire length of the cummerbund. (3) How worn. The cummerbund is worn with the pleats facing down. Female Soldiers wear the black cummerbund with the blue and white mess and evening mess uniforms. Male Soldiers wear it with the white and blue mess uniforms. The male bow tie and cummerbund must be made of the same material.

[@CharmingReality]

Excellent Kirby. Thank you for sharing. It would’ve been a nice additional treat to know what tipple you chose, to accompany that fine cigar. In any case, cheers! 🥃 Levar. London, UK

[@Chernochegger]

Whats wrong with capless oxfords?

[@RadTechRyan]

Hey I really hope you can help answer my question, but.. I'm getting married soon and am a bit on the shorter side. Will a black cummerbund look good on me on someone who is 5 foot 5?

[@rovercoupe7104]

After visiting a ‘social club’ in Newcastle, I smelled strongly of ‘tabs’. I put all my clothes into the wash as soon as I got home. M.

[@hoffwell]

Woodbines I presume over there? Very popular tab in the Toon. Circa 1960. Didn't Oz's wife make them?

[@rovercoupe7104]

@@hoffwell Probably Regal King size.

[@_Snapper]

Your braces are lovely ,Where did you get them?

[@JohnCantey]

Congratulations!!! Is the smoke filter to keep you compliant with local laws?

[@sunhuizart3821]

Hey Kirby do you think there is room for innovation in the "occasion" side of suiting? For example, a fancy evening event may demand a tuxedo A fancy British event may demand a top hat A fancy smoking event may demand a smoking suit etc But what about a specific outfit to be worn in say... visiting a coffee shop? Or being on a plane? There is attire to be worn on a boat.. but what do you wear on a plane? It's a crackpot idea I'm sure but imagine the possibilities! You can wear your lounge suit when you wake up, then you put on your stroller suit to walk to the airport, then you put on your airplane suit to sit on the plane, and finally you put on your dinner suit to have dinner

[@sunhuizart3821]

To expand on this in a more serious tone... Without the tuxedo... a fancy evening event... is just an evening event. In the past people wore a special outfit for just about everything... and everything became a fancy event. Today nobody thinks anything of walking through the park, or eating at a restaurant. A special outfit for the occasion expresses not just to others.. but to yourself as well that the occasion is special and worth appreciating. I think we could all gain alot by turning everyday things into special occasions by having more thought and tradition in the clothing we wear.

[@timcorrell9863]

Smoking jackets and robes are actually making a comeback back thanks to the legalization of cannabis. In countries other than America where cannabis is being legalized, it’s being done so on a federal level for 21 and over. Legalization of cannabis on a provincial (in this case, state) level only is strictly an American thing. I don’t know if it was legalized in Kirby’s home state of Texas, yet.

[@peppersantiago7995]

Actually, Mr. Wizard, your idea is not crackpot by any stretch of the imagination. What you just described is the mindset of the American pre-gilded age and gilded age. The gilded age actually is responsible for the continuation of European aristocracy and Spanish royalty practices and proper dress. At this time men and women would change clothes a minimum of four times a day to suit very specific moments in the days schedule. Before a person, male or female, would arrive for breakfast fully dressed in morning clothing, they would typically get into a morning dressing gown to cover one's very ornate pajamas which were usually adorned with a monogram of some kind. After morning dress, men would wear daytime dress, and, then just for afternoon tea, more commonly referred to high tea. After it said hi tea, the afternoon would continue and then one would return to their home or hotel room to dress for dinner. These days, athleisure has become the order of the day. Whilst Mr. Allison's videos educate us on "the finer things in life" the events that would allow us to wear such clothing as is espoused are so few and far between that they fall into the echelon of the 1%. We do absolutely find Mr Allison's presentations brilliant, however unrealistic they are for the every man.

[@mwambasol9556]

Only thing is the buttons and cuff links don’t match the jacket

[@rovercoupe7104]

What is “sovereign grade”?

[@andrewwhite4864]

Where is the background music from?

[@user-zs9zs9nq9l]

Hi Kirby, any channels you would recommend for a female that are similar to yours?

[@3cpeter]

Hope he answers

Where is our moustache? God speed mr. Allison!

[@MirroCosmoKenisis]

U look dapper and essentric

[@kgl0002]

what can you expect pay for a smoking jacket from divij

[@FrankBatistaElJibaro]

if you're going to loosen your tie you might consider not only unbuttoning your top bottom but also pull it apart because it still looks buttoned and awkward.

[@alexandrumihalcea2847]

You should do some gentlemans fragrance content

[@WeeCarBoot]

As sharp as the green velvet smoking jacket may be, one does not wear a smoking jacket to dinner. Full stop. Unless one is the host of the gathering, and it is in one's own home. In that case, of course, one's guests do not wear anything approaching a smoking jacket. Why? Because they are guests. (Though, I suppose, Alan Flusser might show up wearing a pilled cardigan and neckerchief paired with track pants. In which case, all bets are off... while everyone fawns over him.)

[@ekoller]

You are the Mr. Rogers of menswear, that is until you have a lit cigar in your hand. Then you morph into the Sinatra.

[@Philo68]

Lapis - Laz - You - Lie Lapis - Laz - You - Lee Are the correct pronunciations

[@JonathanKrawchuk]

I just watched a man get dressed... and liked it.

[@sambosam4959]

A black tie

[@danbee415]

I love a smoking jacket, but sadly have no honest use for one. Unless they legalise weed as I'm sure many gentleman were smoking, then maybe I'd get one. It would defintely have to be green. Green is super under-rated, and no it's not because its the same colour as the plant.