Originally Posted by amma
Maybe gently remind your DS that you just cannot afford this expense? If he still feels it is necessary, then he can pay for the rental :D:D:D
I second this.
It should be noted that probably the bride's family is stuck for a whole lot more expense and might be offended if the other side of the aisle doesn't honor the occasion with the expected degree of formality in their dress - not that I feel this would be justified.
Check eBay and Craigs list and Goodwill for a used tux, perhaps? Also, a cummerbund and bow tie would be easy sewing projects for someone with your skills. Here's a pattern for a cummerbund:
http://www.ehow.com/how_2308158_sew-cummerbund.html.
The concept of formal weddings evolved as a test to see if a couple and their respective families can weather future storms of life. :lol: