What is the difference between a tuxedo and suit? When you picture a tuxedo, what comes to mind? A coat with tails, bowties, James Bond? A tuxedo is more formal than a suit, however, the styling of a modern tuxedo is not that different from that of a suit. If you are into tails, you can still find them on a morning coat, Shadbelly or a dress coat. The most significant differences between tuxedo and suit is the use of satin and piping. On a tuxedo you may find satin used on any of the following: the lapel, the pockets, the buttons, and/or a stripe down the pant leg, on a suit you shouldn’t...