The tux has come back big time thanks to films like James Bond (has anyone seen the new movie yet, I saw it twice!) and Hollywood’s leading men rocking the classic look on the red carpet such as Daniel Craig, Brad Pitt, George Clooney, and even Christian Bale. GQ recently did an article on how to purchase a tux and it was excellently modeled by the Killers’ front-man Brandon Flowers. GQ makes some fine points, and Brandon Flowers makes a great case for finding a tux that is tailored specifically to your husband-to-be. Here’s a little eye candy as your weekend treat and some informative excerpts from the article for your future hubby.

Let’s start with your standard classic tux– perfect for any formal occasion.

“There’s nothing quirky or dangerous about this outfit, and that’s okay. Opting for a classic doesn’t make you a square; it makes you a gentleman.”

Excellent cut, check! Jacket casually slung over the shoulder, check!

This could be a great look for a formal rehearsal dinner, eh?

“A midnight blue tux strikes an alternative—but still classic—note, without getting all Grammy Awards. Generally, wear one with a white shirt and black tie. Unless you want to look all…Grammy Awards, in which case you can do like Brandon and go for a black formalwear shirt, open at the collar.”

Whoever said velvet was out clearly has not stood atop an amp while striking a pose.

“Like a midnight blue tux, velvet adds flair to your formalwear. Black is your safest option, but if you’re not afraid to play it up, look for one in bottle green, burgundy, or navy. Just keep the rest of the outfit simple, from the pants to the shirt to the tie.”

Bond, James Bond. Try this fun style for a spring or summer wedding and don’t forget the martini–shaken not stirred.

“The white dinner jacket—worn always with black tux pants—is part Old Hollywood (Bogart), part rocker (André 3000).”

Mix it up a bit at the reception and have the groom toss on a t-shirt and sneakers to really let loose, while still looking casually suave.

I’ll let GQ do the talking for this one, I’m a little busy trying not to hyperventilate.

“The Clark Gables and Cary Grants of the world would scoff, but the long tie has—for better or worse—become part of the formalwear canon. Just make sure it syncs up with the width and material of your lapels. So, satin lapel, satin tie.”

So ladies, while getting wrapped up in the joy of wedding planning do not forget the groom because with a tux like this and some engraved cufflinks you’ll be proud to make your grand entrance as husband and wife.