The Ultimate Guide to Wedding Suits for Men: How to Look Your Best on the Big Day
However, as everybody's eyes are glued to the bride at a wedding, leaving the groom fade into the background is not a good thing. It will elevate your style as well, reflect your personality, and match the overall aesthetic of the wedding. This guide will walk you step-by-step through the complete men's wedding suits arena-from groom, best man to guest-so everyone looks spectacular and feels confident.
1. Decoding the Dress Code
Before proceeding to the best fabrics and fit, it is important to understand the dress code for the wedding. Is it going to be black-tie, casual beach, or rustic countryside? Venue has a significant influence as to when the wedding is being held and to what overall feel it is going for.
Black Tie: You need a classic tuxedo. Think black or midnight blue with satin shawl or peak lapel.
Black Tie Preferred: A nice dark suit (navy, charcoal, or black) tied up with a tie and polished shoes works wonders.
Semi-Formal: Greater freedom in terms of starting with color or style. Lighter tones like grey or blue are apt.
Casual: For beach or outdoor weddings, a suit made of linen or cotton colors such as beige or sky blue should suffice.
2. Styles of Suit: The Right Cut
Suit styles flatter a given body shape and fit the whole tone of the wedding.
Single-Breasted Suit: This is the timeless and mostly versatile traditional cut. It would suit most body shapes.
Double-Breasted Suit: This is a statement-making choice that pushes the limits of fashion. Ideal for formal weddings and taller individuals.
The Tuxedo: This is usually for evening or black-tie weddings. Always elegant and refined.
Three-Piece Suit A three-piece suit is one that includes a matching vest (waistcoat), which can add a touch of formality to a suit.
3. Fabric Matters
The fabric speaks volumes about the comfort, look, and appropriateness of the season regarding your suit.
Wool: Timeless, breathable, and perfect for year-round use.
Linen: Light, the coolest for summer and beach weddings.
Cotton: Not so formal but breathable and comfy.
Velvet: Luxurious and great for either a winter wedding or evening function.
4. Color: Seasonal and Event Matching
While black and navy are the two colors which always work, don't hesitate to try a little color:
Spring/Summer: Light gray, pastel blue, beige, or even soft green.
Autumn/Winter: Deep tones like burgundy, forest green, charcoal, or midnight blue.
And of course, nothing like coordinating with the bride's attire and your entire color palette of the wedding.
5. Tailoring: Fit is Everything
No matter how stylish your suit is, a poor fit can ruin the entire look. Key areas to focus on:
Shoulders: Should lie flat and align with your natural shoulder.
Jacket Length: Should cover your backside but not go past your fingertips.
Trousers: The hem should graze the top of your shoes with a slight break.
Sleeves: Allow about ¼ inch of shirt cuff to show.
A professional tailor can make all the difference.
6. Accessorizing the Look
Accessories add personality and polish:
Tie or Bowtie: Match with the formality and color theme.
7. Trendy or Timeless?
Trends are out there; timeless elegance never fades. If you want to bring in trends:
ie. by a classic base (navy or charcoal suit),
by way of trendy accessories or textures (velvet bowtie, patterned shirt), keep it trendy.
Final Thoughts
Wear an outfit that is sure to be representative of yourself: confident, easy, and true. The perfect combination of style, fit, and personal flair will make it possible for you to stand next to your partner during all this and create memories not easily forgotten. It is your day too, after all-who could blame you for wanting to look it up?