Classic Black Tuxedo
Notch or Peak Lapel
Weddings, Galas, Formal Dinners
TimelessDes Moines, Iowa
Tuxedos
Des Moines
Expert fittings. In-house tailors. Styles from classic black-tie to modern slim cuts. HENRY's has been the go-to tuxedo destination for Des Moines weddings, prom, and black-tie events for over 30 years.
30+ Years in Des MoinesIn-House Tailors On-SitePurchase & Keep Your TuxedoSame-Day Emergency Alterations300+ Wedding Parties Served
Why Buy Instead of Rent
Own It.
Here's the Truth.
Rental seems like the practical choice, until you see the fit. A rented tux has been worn by dozens of men. It's been altered to fit a range of bodies. It's clean, it's fine, but it's rarely great.
A tuxedo tailored to your exact measurements, that lives in your closet, is a different thing entirely. And for grooms and groomsmen who'll wear formalwear again, a wedding, a gala, a corporate event, buying a tailored tuxedo almost always makes more financial and aesthetic sense.
We'll show you the price point honestly. No pressure, no upsell. Most clients are surprised how close buying is to what a chain rental would cost.
Chain Rental
- ◇Worn by dozens of people before you
- ◇Sized to fit an average body, not yours
- ◇Back it goes Monday morning
- ◇Outsourced alterations, longer wait
- ◇Nothing to show for the investment
HENRY's, Yours to Keep
- ◆Tailored precisely to your measurements
- ◆Yours forever, wear it to every future event
- ◆Far better fit than any rental
- ◆Better long-term value for repeat wearers
- ◆Starting near rental cost, with far more to show
Our Tuxedo Range
Classic to Modern.
We Have Your Style.
Slim Modern Tux
Slim Notch Lapel
Contemporary Weddings, Award Events
ModernMidnight Navy Tuxedo
Satin Shawl Lapel
Upscale Weddings, Evening Events
SophisticatedWhite Dinner Jacket
Peak or Shawl Lapel
Summer Weddings, Outdoor Venues
Resort FormalFull accessories available, bow ties, neckties, pocket squares, suspenders, cufflinks, formal shirts & more.
HENRY's vs. The Chains
Not Every Tuxedo
Shop is the Same.
When you rent a tuxedo from a national chain, you're one of thousands of transactions that day. At HENRY's, you're a client, and there's a meaningful difference in what that means for how you look.
| What Matters | HENRY's Clothing | Men's Wearhouse & Chains |
|---|---|---|
| Who fits you | ✓ Experienced local stylist | ✗ Rotating seasonal staff |
| Alterations | ✓ In-house, same-day available | ✗ Outsourced, 1–2 week turnaround |
| What you leave with | ✓ A tuxedo that's yours forever | ✗ Nothing, returned after the event |
| Fit quality | ✓ Tailored to your measurements | ✗ Sized to fit a range of bodies |
| Local knowledge | ✓ Knows Des Moines venues | ✗ Generic national playbook |
| Out-of-town members | ✓ Digital measurement submission | ✗ Must visit a store in person |
| Remote sizing | ✓ Online measurement submission | ✗ Manual / phone follow-up |
| After-event support | ✓ Local, we're here | ✗ 1-800 number |
Every Occasion
We Dress Men for
Every Formal Moment.
From wedding day to prom night to the black-tie gala circuit, HENRY's has you covered. We take every occasion seriously, because how you show up in a room always matters.
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Weddings
Full party coordination for the groom and every groomsman, from first fitting to wedding day.
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Prom & Homecoming
Sharp, properly fitted formalwear for the young man making a real first impression.
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Galas & Charity Events
Des Moines' black-tie circuit. We know these rooms and know what looks right in them.
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Corporate Formal Events
Boardroom to ballroom. We'll style you for the occasion and the audience.
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Award Ceremonies
If there's a stage and a spotlight, you should look the part.
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Quinceañeras & Formal Parties
Family events deserve the same care and attention as any wedding party.
Full Accessories In-Store
Bow ties, pocket squares, suspenders, cufflinks, and formal shirts, all coordinated to your look.
Serving Central Iowa
We Know the Venues.
We Know the Look.
Every Des Moines venue has its own formality register, from the intimate warmth of the Botanical Garden to the grand scale of Embassy Club. Our stylists factor in your venue when recommending styles, cuts, and accessories.
We also serve clients coming in from Ankeny, West Des Moines, Urbandale, Johnston, Waukee, and across Central Iowa, so if the drive is worth it, the fitting experience will be too.
Book Your FittingVenues We've Dressed Parties For
◆The Olmsted
◆Des Moines Botanical Garden
◆The Landmark Event Center
◆Embassy Club
◆Stoney Creek Hotel & Conference Center
◆Temple for Performing Arts
◆Glacier Ridge Golf Course
◆Valley Event Center
This is not an exhaustive list. We've dressed wedding and event parties at dozens of venues across Central Iowa, if yours isn't listed, we've likely been there.
In-House Tailoring
Our Tailors Are Here.
Every Day.
Most shops send alterations out and charge you extra. At HENRY's, our tailors work on-site, which means faster turnaround, better results, and no back-and-forth. Same-day emergency alterations available for last-minute situations.
Same Day
Emergency Alterations
In-House
No Outsourcing
30+
Years of Expertise
100%
Satisfaction Guaranteed
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Des Moines' Best
Tuxedo Experience.
Book a fitting and see the difference a local expert makes. We'll walk you through your options, show you why buying beats renting, and make sure you look exactly right for the occasion.