White or ivory?
Bright white looks crisp and modern, especially at an evening prom. Ivory and cream are warmer and softer, and they look great in daylight photos. If your date's dress is white or ivory, match the shade: white with white, ivory with ivory. Off white sits in between, a good pick if you can't decide.
Popular white looks
Questions
- Will a white suit show stains? It can, so keep drinks at a distance and bring a stain pen. A dry cleaner can freshen it before your next event.
- What goes under a white jacket? A white shirt with a black bow tie is the classic choice. Gold or champagne ties suit ivory.
- Sizing and delivery: choose your jacket size with our size guide; the pants come unhemmed. Orders ship free in 1–3 business days, so order about 3 weeks before prom.
Beyond prom
White and ivory jackets are favorites for summer weddings, beach events and cruises, so the suit keeps working after prom night. A white dinner jacket with black pants is the classic evening look; an ivory suit with brown shoes fits a daytime or outdoor event.
Planning a group look? White dinner jackets for everyone, with black pants and matching bow ties, make one of the sharpest prom photos you can take, and each friend can still pick a bow tie to match their date.
Changed your mind about the shade? You have 30 days to send it back; see our refund policy.
Compare with black and navy prom suits, or see the full prom collection.
Not sure white is the right call next to her dress? Our color-by-color matching guide has a row for every dress color.