Boys Wedding Tuxedos

Boys Tuxedo Styles, Fits & How to Choose the Right Size

How to Measure a Boy for a Tuxedo

We help thousands of parents every year and getting the right tuxedo size always starts with a few easy measurements. You do not need any special skills. A soft tape measure and a couple minutes is more than enough.

Here is a simple step by step guide:

• Waist (A): Measure around the natural waistline. Usually a little above the belly button. Tuxedo pants with elastic waist can stretch another 1 to 2 inches.
• Outseam (B): Measure from the waist down to the floor. This helps you pick the right pant length.
• Chest (C): Wrap the tape around the widest part of the chest and under the arms. Leave a finger or two so it is not too tight.
• Shoulder (D): Measure straight across from shoulder point to shoulder point. This helps the tuxedo jacket sit correctly.
• Sleeve (E): Start at the shoulder point and measure down to the wrist.

Once you have these numbers you will be able to choose the right tuxedo size with confidence.

Boys Tuxedo Size Chart

Boys Regular Fit Tuxedo Chart

This chart is a general sizing guide for boys tuxedos. Kids grow differently so results can vary. Most parents choose the size their child normally wears. Download a printable measuring tape here.

Size	Waist	Outseam	Chest	Sleeve	Neck	Shoulder
Small	15-17	16	23	9	10	10.5
Medium	16-18	17	24	9.5	10	11
Large	17-19	18	24.5	10.5	11	11.5
XL	18-20	19	25	11	11	11.75
2	19-21	20	26	12	11	12
3	20-22	21	27.5	12.75	11	12.5
4	21-23	22	28	13.5	12	13
5	22-24	25.5	30	15	12	13.5
6	23-25	27	32	16	13	13.75
7	24-26	28.5	33	17	13	14
8	24.5-26.5	30	35	18	14	14.5
10	26-28	32	36.5	19	14	15
12	26.5-28.5	34	38	20	15	15.5
14	27-29	36	38.5	21	16	16
16	28-30	38	40	22	17	16.5
18	29-31	40	40.5	23	17	17
20	29.5-32	42	42	24	18	18

Boys Slim Fit Tuxedo Chart

Slim fit tuxedos follow the same measuring steps above but have a trimmer shape. Download a printable tape here.

Size	Waist	Outseam	Chest	Sleeve	Neck	Shoulder
2	12-14	22	18	12	11	10
3	13-15	23	19	13	11	10
4	14-17	25	20	14	12	10.5
5	15-18	26.5	21	15	12	11
6	16-19	27.5	22	16	13	11.5
7	17-20	29	23	17	13	11.5
8	18-21	31	24	18	14	12
10	22-25	32.5	25	19	14	12
12	23-26	34.5	26	20	15	13.5
14	24-27	36	27	21	16	14
16	25-28	37	28	22	17	14
18	26-29	38	29	23	17	15.5
20	27-30	39	30	24	18	15.5

Boys Husky Tuxedo Chart

Size	Waist	Max Outseam	Chest	Shoulder	Sleeve
8	28-30	40	28.5-29.5	14.5	19
10	29-31	41	30-31	14.5	20
12	30-32	42	32-33	15	21
14	31-33	43	34-35	15	22
16	32-34	44	36-37	15.5	23
18	33-35	45	38-39	15.5	24
20	34-36	46	40-41	16.5	25

Boys Tuxedo Rental vs Purchase

Parents often wonder if they should rent or buy. Tuxedos are usually worn for formal events so buying often gives you a cleaner look. The jacket and pants are brand new, never worn, and the fit is more consistent. You also get to reuse it for pictures, weddings, recitals, or holiday programs.

If you are local to Los Angeles, we offer boys tuxedo rentals inside our Santa Clarita store. Many families browse styles online first and then stop by for a try on.

Quick Breakdown: Buy vs Rent

Category	Buy	Rent
Price	Often similar to rental but you keep the tuxedo.	One time use only.
Fit	Cleaner fit and can be tailored.	More generic fit.
Condition	Brand new.	Previously worn.
Timeline	Ships early so you can check sizing.	Picked up closer to the event.
Future Use	Great for formal events, weddings, school recitals, and pictures.	Returned after use.

Boys Wedding Tuxedo Guide

If your child is part of a wedding party, the tuxedo should match the look and feel of the day. These are some of the most popular boys tuxedo styles that parents choose at Perfect Tux.

Your Complete Guide to Boys Wedding Tuxedos

What This Collection Is

This collection features tuxedos specifically built for boys who’ll be part of a wedding—whether as ring bearers, junior groomsmen, attendants, or guests. Expect tailored fits for growing bodies, smaller lapels and proportions suited to younger wearers, and design cues that mirror adult formalwear without feeling oversized. Fabrics include lightweight poly-blend wools and satin-trimmed lapels. Variations span classic black, rich navy, charcoal and ivory accents depending on the wedding’s theme.

Why This Collection Matters

Weddings are special, and when a boy is dressed in a tuxedo, it creates memories and photos that last. Renting adult styles simply doesn’t capture that youthful polish. At Perfect Tux we’ve built this collection so boys can look the part, feel comfortable, and match the rest of the wedding party seamlessly. We handle everything from fit to finish with the same care we apply at our Santa Clarita showroom—so your young man steps into the day with confidence.

How to Choose the Right Boys Wedding Tuxedo

Fit

Choose an age-appropriate silhouette: slimmer without being tight, and structured without being stiff. Make sure the jacket sleeves reach the wrist bone and pants break at the top of the shoe. If he’s growing fast, consider a slight extra room in the jacket while keeping a clean line.

Color Selection

Black remains the safe go-to—especially for formal evening weddings. For daytime or themed weddings, consider charcoal or navy to match the adult groomsmen. For lighter settings or summer weddings, ivory or cream-toned jackets may coordinate well; see our boys wedding suits for complementary options.

Fabric & Seasonality

For comfort and ease, go with a poly-blend wool that holds shape but moves with activity (important because kids fidget). If the wedding is outdoors or during a warm season, look for fabrics labeled “summer weight” or “cool-weave”—a similar idea found in our summer-boys-suits collection.

Body Type Considerations

If the boy is taller or slim, pick a modern slim fit and avoid excess fabric around the waist. If he’s stockier or younger than his peers, make sure the jacket buttons easily without pulling, and that pants aren’t excessively long—they can be tailored shorter if needed.

Matching Accessories

A black satin bow tie and matching vest or cummerbund give the tuxedo a polished finish. Refer also to our boys tuxedo vests and boys neckties for variations depending on the wedding’s formality. Add shiny dress shoes and maybe suspenders for a fun yet smart look.

Styling Tips

Plan the outfit like you would an adult’s: jacket, shirt, vest (optional), bow tie or necktie, pants, and shoes. If the wedding party is wearing black tuxedos, mirror that in the boy’s look for a cohesive group photo. If the adults are in navy suits, consider a navy boy’s tux or suit to coordinate—this mirrors our adult navy suits offerings.

For outdoor weddings, skip the heavy satin lapels and choose a matte finish fabric so the boy doesn’t overheat and takes part fully. Shoes should be easy to get on/off, polished but practical. Ensure the shirt is comfortable under layers and the pants are adjusted so he can move freely—remember he may need to run, walk down the aisle, or stand for pictures.

Event-Specific Guidance

Ring Bearer

Choose a tuxedo that mimics the groom or groomsmen but sized for a child. Add a fun detail—a colorful pocket square matching the wedding palette—to elevate the look without overshadowing the main players.

Junior Groomsmen

These boys are part of the formal procession. Match their look directly to the adult groomsmen: same lapel style, same color scheme, and accessories. If the party is in black tie, make sure the boy’s suit is from this tux collection and not just a regular suit.

Guest or Attendee

If he’s simply attending, you still want polish but can relax the formality slightly. A tuxedo from this collection works—but you might skip vest or satin lapel and pair with a necktie instead of a bow tie.

Summer or Destination Wedding

Lightweight fabrics and lighter colors help. Instead of heavy wool, opt for a design aligned with our toddler tuxedos and young age groups that focus on breathable fabrics and movement.