Saturday Gala Guest Preparation

For guests traveling to St. Louis for the celebration, the following resources are provided to help with attire and personal styling arrangements for the Saturday evening gala.

Tuxedo Rental Options

Gentlemen planning to rent tuxedos may find the following information helpful. The national vendors below allow guests to be measured locally in their home city and arrange pickup in the St. Louis area prior to the event.

Pickup Tip: Most tuxedo rental vendors schedule pickup one to two days before the event. Guests may wish to confirm the required pickup time with their selected vendor when placing their order.

Men's Wearhouse

Closest Pickup Location: Brentwood location

Distance from Hotel: Approximately 9 miles from hotel

Address: 8332 Eager Rd, Brentwood, MO 63144

Typical Weekday Hours: Typical weekday hours Monday through Friday approximately 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM

Parking: Large retail center parking lot available

Website: menswearhouse.com

Why this vendor was selected: Large national network allowing guests to be measured locally and pick up near the event location.

Jos A Bank

Closest Pickup Location: Des Peres location

Distance from Hotel: Approximately 15 miles from hotel

Address: 12360 Manchester Rd Ste 200, Des Peres, MO 63131

Typical Weekday Hours: Typical weekday hours Monday through Friday approximately 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM

Parking: Shopping center parking available

Website: josbank.com

Why this vendor was selected: Well known formalwear provider with a long standing tuxedo rental program and many nationwide locations.

The Black Tux

Closest Pickup Location: Nordstrom at West County Center

Distance from Hotel: Approximately 15 miles from hotel

Address: 47 W County Center, Des Peres, MO 63131

Typical Weekday Hours: Typical weekday hours follow Nordstrom store hours generally 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Parking: Mall parking structure available

Website: theblacktux.com

Why this vendor was selected: Modern tuxedo rental brand offering contemporary styles while still providing local pickup through Nordstrom.

Generation Tux

Closest Pickup Location: Direct to guest shipping

Distance from Hotel: Ships directly to guest

Address: Online service

Typical Weekday Hours: Online ordering available anytime

Parking: Not applicable

Website: generationtux.com

Why this vendor was selected: Alternative option for guests who prefer a direct to home tuxedo rental process.

Courtesy Return Option: Guests wishing to take advantage of the courtesy return option may leave their tuxedo with the host at the designated location at the hotel on Sunday morning, and it will be returned to the rental vendor on their behalf.

Please leave the tuxedo:

• In the original garment bag

• Clearly labeled with your name

• Include the name of the rental vendor

• Place the label on the hanger inside the garment bag

Before leaving your tuxedo, please ensure all rental items are returned to the garment bag, including ties, vests, cufflinks, pocket squares, shoes, and any other accessories provided by the rental company.

If your rental includes a return receipt or order confirmation, please place it inside the garment bag so the vendor can easily identify the rental.

Hair and Makeup Styling Options

In keeping with the festive and elegant atmosphere of the evening, guests who wish to have their hair styled or makeup applied may find the following information helpful.

All salons listed below are within a short Uber ride of the hotel. Parking may be limited on weekends, and guests may find rideshare services such as Uber to be the most convenient option.

Appointment Tip: Saturday appointments at popular salons can fill several weeks in advance. Guests may wish to schedule appointments early to ensure availability.

Philip Johnson Salon and Spa - Top Rated St Louis Salon

Distance from Hotel: Approximately 4.5 miles

Estimated Uber Time: Approximately 10 minutes

Estimated Uber Cost: Approximately 10 to 14 dollars each way

Address: 4581 Laclede Ave, St. Louis, MO 63108

Saturday Hours: Saturday approximately 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Parking: Nearby garage and street parking. Parking may be limited on weekends. Website: philipjohnsonsalon.com

Services: Hair styling and makeup services depending on stylist availability

Why this salon was selected: Frequently recognized among the top salons in St Louis and known for strong experience in special event styling.

Ginger Bay Salon and Spa - Award Winning Regional Salon

Distance from Hotel: Approximately 9 miles

Estimated Uber Time: Approximately 12 minutes

Estimated Uber Cost: Approximately 12 to 16 dollars each way

Address: 2000 S Brentwood Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63144

Saturday Hours: Saturday approximately 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Parking: Dedicated parking lot available. Parking may still be limited on busy weekends. Website: gingerbay.com

Services: Hair styling and professional makeup services

Why this salon was selected: Award winning regional salon known for high service quality.

Christopher Stevens The Salon - Closest Downtown Option

Distance from Hotel: Approximately 1 mile

Estimated Uber Time: Approximately 5 minutes

Estimated Uber Cost: Approximately 7 to 10 dollars each way

Address: 2020 Washington Ave, St. Louis, MO 63103

Saturday Hours: Saturday approximately 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Parking: Street parking available. Parking may be limited on weekends.

Website: csthesalon.com

Services: Hair styling services

Why this salon was selected: Highly rated downtown salon located very close to the hotel.

Thirteenth and Washington Salon - Highly Reviewed Downtown Salon

Distance from Hotel: Approximately 1 mile

Estimated Uber Time: Approximately 5 minutes

Estimated Uber Cost: Approximately 7 to 10 dollars each way

Address: 412 N Tucker Blvd Suite 200, St. Louis, MO 63101

Saturday Hours: Saturday approximately 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Parking: Street parking and nearby garages. Parking may be limited on weekends. Website: thirteenthandwashington.com

Services: Hair styling services

Why this salon was selected: Selected for strong reviews and convenient downtown access.

Salon One Six One - Boutique Salon Near Downtown

Distance from Hotel: Approximately 2 miles

Estimated Uber Time: Approximately 7 minutes

Estimated Uber Cost: Approximately 8 to 11 dollars each way

Address: 2758 Lafayette Ave, St. Louis, MO 63104

Saturday Hours: Saturday morning through early afternoon

Parking: Small lot and street parking nearby. Parking may be limited on weekends. Website: onesixonestl.com

Services: Hair styling services

Why this salon was selected: Boutique option near downtown for guests who prefer a smaller salon environment.

V Vegaz Style Beauty Lounge - Luxury Clayton Option

Distance from Hotel: Approximately 11 miles

Estimated Uber Time: Approximately 12 to 15 minutes

Estimated Uber Cost: Approximately 14 to 20 dollars each way

Address: 7823 Forsyth Blvd, Clayton, MO 63105

Saturday Hours: Saturday approximately 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Parking: Street and nearby garage parking available. Parking may be limited on weekends. Website: vvegazstyle.com

Services: Hair styling and makeup services

Why this salon was selected: Luxury beauty lounge known for glamorous event styling.

On Site Hair and Makeup Teams

These teams are listed separately because on site beauty services typically work best when several guests coordinate together. Guests interested in hotel based styling may contact these teams directly to inquire about group services.