Classic & Modern Tuxedo Rentals

Explore one of the area’s largest in-stock selections of tuxedos at Skeffington’s Formal Wear. With stores in the Des Moines metro, Coralville, and Omaha, you can find the perfect tuxedo for a wedding, prom, black-tie event, or other special occasion. Choose from classic black tuxedos, standout colors, and modern styles to find a look that fits you and your event.

Designer & Classic Tuxedo Styles

Tuxedo Styles for Every Occasion

A tuxedo is a timeless choice for weddings, black-tie events, galas, prom, and other formal occasions. At Skeffington’s Formal Wear, our tuxedo rental collection includes classic, modern, slim, and ultra-slim styles in a wide range of colors and designs.

Whether you’re the groom, a groomsman, attending a formal event, or looking for the perfect prom tuxedo, our formal wear consultants can help you find the right style and fit. Complete your look with ties, vests, pocket squares, and other accessories for a tux rental that fits your event and personal style.

Customize Your Look & Color with Accessories

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Customize your tie and vest color

Explore a wide range of vest and ties to match you formal wear ensemble.
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Add color or pattern with a pocket square

We have a large selection of solid and pattern pocket squares to add accent to your look.
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Shoes to coordinate your formal wear look

Pick the shoe style and color for a coordinated wedding party look.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How far in advance should I book my tuxedo for a wedding or special event?

When planning for a significant occasion like a wedding, we generally recommend reserving your formal wear at least three to four months in advance. This lead time gives you access to the widest selection of styles and sizes, especially if you are coordinating a large wedding party.

Skeffington’s offers tuxedo rentals at our stores in Des Moines, West Des Moines, Ankeny, Coralville, and Omaha, making it easy to start planning your look at the location most convenient for you.

Do I need to schedule an appointment to try on tuxedos?

While walk-in customers are always welcome at our showrooms, we highly encourage scheduling an appointment, especially for wedding parties. An appointment allows one of our experienced style consultants to dedicate time to helping you compare fabrics, colors, cuts, and accessories.

Appointments are available at all five Skeffington’s locations in Iowa and Nebraska, and our team will help make the selection and fitting process as simple as possible.

What should I do if my groomsmen live in different cities or states?

Coordinating a wedding party scattered across the country is a common challenge, but we have made the process simple. Out-of-town members can have professional measurements taken locally and submit their measurements directly to us.

Skeffington’s also offers nationwide direct shipping for suits and tuxedos, making it easier to coordinate wedding parties with members who cannot visit one of our stores in person.

What specific styles and fits of tuxedos do you carry?

Our inventory ranges from timeless classic cuts to modern, slim, and ultra-slim fits. We carry a variety of lapel styles, including notch and peak lapels, along with colors beyond traditional black, such as blue, burgundy, grey, ivory, and more.

Visit one of our formal wear stores in Des Moines, West Des Moines, Ankeny, Coralville, or Omaha to explore available styles and find the right look and fit for your event.

What items can I rent for my formal wear look?

Skeffington’s offers a customizable a la carte rental experience, so you can build the formal wear look that fits your needs. Options include tuxedo coats and pants, formal shirts, vests, ties or bow ties, and accessories.

Our consultants can help you put together a complete look or select only the pieces you need for your wedding, prom, gala, or other formal event.

Can I customize the accessories to match the bridesmaid dresses?

Absolutely. Color coordination is an important part of creating a cohesive wedding party look. We offer a wide selection of vests, ties, bow ties, pocket squares, and other accessories in a variety of colors.

Bring a fabric swatch or color inspiration to your Skeffington’s appointment, and our consultants can help you find accessories that coordinate with your wedding colors.

What is the process for picking up and returning the rental?

We typically schedule rental pickup shortly before your event so you can try on the final garments and make sure everything fits properly. If an adjustment is needed, our team can help address fit concerns before you leave.

Rental items are due back the next business day after your event and can be returned to any of our five retail locations.

Do you offer rentals for prom and other school dances?

Yes. Skeffington’s offers tuxedo and suit rentals for prom and other school events, with styles ranging from timeless formal looks to modern fits and standout colors.

Our consultants can also help coordinate ties, vests, pocket squares, and other accessories with your date’s attire or your preferred color palette.

How do I know which tuxedo fit is right for my body type?

Choosing the right fit is essential for looking and feeling your best. Our consultants can help you compare classic, modern, slim, and ultra-slim fits to find an option that complements your body type while remaining comfortable.

Visit any Skeffington’s location for professional measurements and personalized recommendations from our formal wear team.

Is it better to rent or buy a tuxedo?

The decision to rent or buy depends largely on how often you expect to wear formal attire. Renting can be a practical choice if you only need a tuxedo occasionally, while purchasing may make more sense if you regularly attend weddings, galas, black-tie events, or other formal occasions.

Skeffington’s offers both tuxedo rental and purchase options, so our consultants can help you decide which approach makes the most sense for your needs.

What happens if the tuxedo doesn't fit right at pickup?

Our in-stock inventory and local warehouse give us greater flexibility when addressing last-minute fit issues. If a garment does not fit as expected during your final try-on, our team can often exchange sizes or make necessary adjustments quickly.

We recommend trying on your complete rental at pickup so our team can address any concerns before your event.