A delco tuxedo is a system of dress popularized in Delaware county, particularly those communities east of Springfield and south of Drexel Hill (although the tuxedo is not as common in communities north of Drexel Hill, it has been seen in certain sections of Havertown, hardmore, and Drexel Hill itself). The tuxedo varies by season, and is characterized as best:
Spring/Summer Delco tuxedo featuring Notre Dame Fighting Irishman (on right calf), jean shorts or Jordan Brand basketball shorts, Timberland Boots or Jordan Brand sliders (typically Carolina blue), beater or baggy white t-shirt or Catholic grade school t-shirt (with sleeves cut off; e.g. a St. Eugene alumnus).
Fall/Winter Delco Tuxedo featuring baggy sweatpants (typically a light, never a heather, gray-also, spitter and cigs protruding from left and right pockets respectively), Bonner Rugby Sweatshirt (the green stench is always represented), and Timberland Boots (if there is no snow outside, an expensive pair of Jordan Brand sneakers can be substituted)
The delco tuxedo is NOT to be confused with delco sunday best, an entirely different (albeit similar) system of raiment. Additionally, in protestant sections of delaware county, mainly those accessible via Lancaster Avenue, the inter-ac tuxedo is the dominant system of dress.
Spring/Summer Delco tuxedo featuring Notre Dame Fighting Irishman (on right calf), jean shorts or Jordan Brand basketball shorts, Timberland Boots or Jordan Brand sliders (typically Carolina blue), beater or baggy white t-shirt or Catholic grade school t-shirt (with sleeves cut off; e.g. a St. Eugene alumnus).
Fall/Winter Delco Tuxedo featuring baggy sweatpants (typically a light, never a heather, gray-also, spitter and cigs protruding from left and right pockets respectively), Bonner Rugby Sweatshirt (the green stench is always represented), and Timberland Boots (if there is no snow outside, an expensive pair of Jordan Brand sneakers can be substituted)
The delco tuxedo is NOT to be confused with delco sunday best, an entirely different (albeit similar) system of raiment. Additionally, in protestant sections of delaware county, mainly those accessible via Lancaster Avenue, the inter-ac tuxedo is the dominant system of dress.
There is nothing better than Memorial Day Weekend in Wildwood with my brothers from Delaware County. We all get to prance around with our freshly minted irish man tattoos, and can finally trade our Timbs for some fresh Jordan slides, a pure delco tuxedo.
by boss hamilton January 24, 2011
Get the delco tuxedomug. A style of dress replete with accessories and raiment from top to bottom. The tuxedo is adapted by both male and females. the female version is as follows:
face: gucci sunglasses. this is a virtual given
dress: expensive, preferably black. shiny. low cut, so off as much legs as possible. inherently slutty.
footwear: heels. uncomfortable. (nota bene-during the day heels are exchanged for birkenstocks or uggs)
handbag: expensive, large, leather. screams of slut and trust fund (inside handbag typically is a credit card with access to the trust fund)
males:
hat: LA Dodgers most frequently. NEVER a Phillies hat.
face: infrequent sunglasses usage
shirt: ranges in variety. Quite often a Jordan jumpman t-shirt, even if they have never played a second of competitive basketball. Pinnies of their respective school are also frequently worn (quite often by those that have performed pullups on scaffolding in center city). Polo shirts make their appearance as well.
shorts: cargo in the summer, jeans in the winter.
(nota bene-some people who wear iac tuxedos are too large for cargo shorts (those 6'5 and over) and are subsequently relegated to gym shorts and a pinny)
socks: black nike crew socks, pulled up high
shoes: new balance, gray. (often times "jumpman" tuxedos will be accompanied by Nike Dunks created on Nikeid). For certain occasions, birkenstocks.
face: gucci sunglasses. this is a virtual given
dress: expensive, preferably black. shiny. low cut, so off as much legs as possible. inherently slutty.
footwear: heels. uncomfortable. (nota bene-during the day heels are exchanged for birkenstocks or uggs)
handbag: expensive, large, leather. screams of slut and trust fund (inside handbag typically is a credit card with access to the trust fund)
males:
hat: LA Dodgers most frequently. NEVER a Phillies hat.
face: infrequent sunglasses usage
shirt: ranges in variety. Quite often a Jordan jumpman t-shirt, even if they have never played a second of competitive basketball. Pinnies of their respective school are also frequently worn (quite often by those that have performed pullups on scaffolding in center city). Polo shirts make their appearance as well.
shorts: cargo in the summer, jeans in the winter.
(nota bene-some people who wear iac tuxedos are too large for cargo shorts (those 6'5 and over) and are subsequently relegated to gym shorts and a pinny)
socks: black nike crew socks, pulled up high
shoes: new balance, gray. (often times "jumpman" tuxedos will be accompanied by Nike Dunks created on Nikeid). For certain occasions, birkenstocks.
1. yo, check out that broad in the inter-ac tuxedo. she just went into the cosi.
2. oh my god, that kid in the inter-ac tuxedo over there was first team all league at The Haverford School! There are only 5 teams in the league, so its a real prestigious selection. He is definitely not from Delaware County
2. oh my god, that kid in the inter-ac tuxedo over there was first team all league at The Haverford School! There are only 5 teams in the league, so its a real prestigious selection. He is definitely not from Delaware County
by boss hamilton December 20, 2010
Get the inter-ac tuxedomug. An honorable accomplishment children throughout Delaware County strive for. The delco triple crown involves 3 stages. The first is winning a region 25 championship (preferably in football, basketball or baseball--track and field is not really a sport, more along the lines of a way to practice exercise).
The second step in the Crown is two pronged-one must first survive the delco minute by choosing not to become a j crew catholic, and then winning a Philadelphia Catholic League Title at one of the Catholic High Schools in Delaware County.
If one successfully completes the first two legs in the race for the crown, he is eligible to attempt the final part in his pursuit of the crown. This phase is two fold as well-first, the potential winner must gain admission to a Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) College or University. If the candidate is accepted, and enrolls, he or she must then win a PSAC league championship.
Winning a title at all 3 of these levels is extremely difficult and competitive, and an admirable feat.
The second step in the Crown is two pronged-one must first survive the delco minute by choosing not to become a j crew catholic, and then winning a Philadelphia Catholic League Title at one of the Catholic High Schools in Delaware County.
If one successfully completes the first two legs in the race for the crown, he is eligible to attempt the final part in his pursuit of the crown. This phase is two fold as well-first, the potential winner must gain admission to a Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) College or University. If the candidate is accepted, and enrolls, he or she must then win a PSAC league championship.
Winning a title at all 3 of these levels is extremely difficult and competitive, and an admirable feat.
"And Millersville wins the pennant! And Millersville wins the pennant! Millersville has won the pennant! Eamon McGuire hits a 3 run shot to defeat West Chester, and Millersville has won the pennant! McGuire is now a winner of the Delco Triple Crown. A region 25 baseball champion at St. Eugene, A PCL Football Championship for Dan Algeo at Cardinal O'Hara, and now a PSAC baseball title at Millersville! McGuire is one for the ages and has cemented his name in Delaware County lore by capturing a delco triple crown
by boss hamilton January 10, 2012
Get the delco triple crownmug.