I know its an old Thread 15 years ago,

but things have changed since then regarding
where and how to get a proper Ballroom Tailsuit.

No Need To Modify a Rental cause the Shoulders Hunch Up and Distort the Front.
The Tail is Too Short and Wide.

What has Changed is You can Order Online Fast and Easy at couple places i found.
Not Too Many are out there. I found 8 sources in the USA that offer Dance Apparel for Men. Dont Buy from the folks that sell shoes only, cause they only carry stock latin pants with 1 waist size number needed then a buy now button. stay away from these vendors. you will be disappointed! trust me, i tried a few off ebay too.

some use hong kong tailors for their outfits and sell with only 2-3 measurements.
how you going to fix that if it shows up not fitting well? again beware

only 5 are direct manufactures that produce what they sell and require measurements
Diagrams Forms /// they sell and service the customer afterwards with alterations adjustments if necessary. Look For These Companies on line using google search
" ballroom dance suits " Tuxedo Dance Outfits " Ballroom Tailsuits "

these companies require you to fill in form diagrams completely filled out with details lots of numbers and complicated to fill out. Best To Use Company that needs more than couple measurements, visit a tailor for help if need it or do yourself which is what i did. all you need is a measurement tape and the instructions and the diagram form with an illustrations where and how. check each out is best way to find the right one
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in Additions you Need Other Items to complete the Tails Suit.
they dont all carry these items, but i found mine ok with my choice

not only the Tails Jacket and Tuxedo Tails Pants will do

need about 8 additional items that cost about $300 dollars
Price Range'15 from $895 Hong-Kong Tailors $975/$1100 mid-range $1300/$2500 High

there is a proper Pique Ballroom Tails Shirt,
not the same as your regular tuxedo shirt at all.
The Pique Material is the key, a waffle type fabric with cells, that match the Bow Tie, the White Waist Coat, the Pocket Hanky, & the Center of the Pique Ballroom Shirt.

This all is seen in the middle of the jacket, so be sure all your pique is the same color white and fabric. These items are hard to find but out there at couple places.

Patent Leather Shoes is usually the choice for the event. Be Sure To Put Vaseline on the contact points or get tripped up with sticking shoes, this is a pro secret.

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www.dancepants.com they sell mostly DancePants but do Vests and Jackets as an Add On.
they been around for along time since the 90's its an old site

or go to www.ballroomsuits.com have not used them, but i know others who have,

like others said about that onyx in LA and the super scooper neck design
if that is what you prefer go to him.

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its a White Tie Event wearing a proper Tails Suit at a Major Competitions
if its a Showcase Event at your Dance Studio its a Black Tie Event.
where you can wear of course black accent items/ bow tie/ studs and cuff links

White MOP mother of pearlis for White Tie Events preferred on the floor. black onyx might look sharper or nicer, this is ok for Am Smooth, so get both sets,

also on the shirt there is a detachable collar that needs 2 little studs front and back. The White Suspenders Hold Up Tails Pants 2 inches Higher up, why rental tuxes dont work, Short Jacket / Long Tails is proper ballroom style

i know this post is lengthy, must have been interesting if you got this far

Have Fun / Good Luck and happy dancin

Danczr