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Tuxedo Quotes

Formal wear, viewed with mild suspicion.

These tuxedo quotes share a common discomfort with formal wear, treating it as something imposed rather than chosen. For more lighthearted takes, see Amy Brenneman quotes.

Even if I had a tuxedo I wouldn't wear it to school.

Quotes by Henry Thomas

I'm not afraid of the Canadian tuxedo.

Quotes by Dan Auerbach

You put a tuxedo on me, it's like putting a saddle on a hog.

Quotes by Bob Parsons

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do these quotes express discomfort with formal wear?
Several voices describe the outfit as ill-fitting or imposed, rather than something they'd choose on their own.
Is a tuxedo ever refused outright in these quotes?
Yes, one line states plainly that even owning one wouldn't be enough reason to wear it to school.
What does the Canadian nickname reference mean here?
It's a playful term for a denim jacket-and-jeans combo, and the speaker says they aren't bothered by wearing it instead of something formal.
How is the discomfort of formal wear described most vividly?
One comparison likens putting a tuxedo on someone to strapping a saddle onto an animal never suited for it.
Do lighter takes on fashion and appearance appear elsewhere?
Related lighthearted perspectives can be found in Amy Brenneman quotes.

The sharpest comparison likens the outfit to tacking a saddle onto an animal that was never built for it. Readers might also enjoy Kindle or Web quotes.