Style Tip #260: Standing Out at a Black Tie Event

At a dinner party where the dress code is Black Tie, 94.5% of the men present are going to look generic, i.e. they are going to wear black leather shoes with a standard suit/tuxedo in black.

Now, as Straight Guys, we want to stand out. But in doing so, we tread a fine line between standing out and overdressing.

"But Rudi, how do you stand out if you don't 'overdress'?" you ask.

By subtle nuances. 

Otherwise translated as:

Satin Lapels

French Cuffs

White Silk Pocket Squares

Patent Leather

Remember - it's all in the de...wait for it... tails.

Sigh.