Groom Suits: 12 Best Attire + FAQs

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Just rent a tux, no big deal right? Sorry, groom suits are a little more complicated than that. Being the second most important person at the wedding means there are some expectations you have to live up to. If you don’t wear a suit to the office on a regular basis and you’re not up on all the latest men’s fashion trends, there’s a little bit of a learning curve too.

But don’t worry, it’s not all stress. It’s all about choosing the right color and style to match your theme, and the right cut to match your frame. This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, so it’s a great chance to have a little fun.

Men’s wedding suits have come a long way over the past few decades, and weddings, in general, have strayed from tradition in many ways. This means that you have tons of flexibility to do your own thing. Let’s get started!

Frequently Asked Questions

How to choose the groom’s suit?

  • Choosing the fabric and the wedding suit according to the season
  • According to the style
  • According to the venue and the time
  • Choose the right jacket and trousers
  • Choose the most suitable color
  • Choose an accessories

How to choose a shirt for your suit?

When choosing a dress shirt for your wedding suit, consider both the color and fabric. Opt for white to make the suit stand out and match the bride’s dress, providing a clean and sharp look.

  • For spring/summer weddings, go for lightweight fabrics like 100% cotton poplin in plain white or with subtle stripes.
  • For beach weddings, cotton and linen shirts are excellent choices. Linen offers a relaxed beach look, while a cotton and linen blend enhances your suit, making it suitable for summer.
  • For autumn-winter weddings, opt for heavier fabrics like dobby. They are more wrinkle-resistant and pair well with woolen suits.

Preferably, choose a cutaway or straight pointed collar for your wedding shirt, and opt for double (French) cuffs.


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Tuxedo Mens Attire

A tuxedo is a classic and elegant choice for men’s formal attire. It typically consists of a black or midnight blue suit jacket with satin lapels, matching trousers with a satin stripe, a crisp white dress shirt, a black bow tie, and a cummerbund or waistcoat. Tuxedos exude sophistication and style.


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Waistcoat Groom Suits

Tweed vests are a comeback look that we are 100% here for. Look to these options for vintage or boho wedding themes, or weddings taking place during cooler months. As you can see, you have the entire flexibility of wearing this light and fresh or dark and serious.


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No Jacket Required

It’s your wedding, rules are nothing but socially acceptable suggestions. But you can do your own thing. Dropping the jacket in favor of a bowtie, suspenders, and vest is a great vintage look that’s pretty unique. Summer groom attire needs to be cool and allow the groom to be comfortable, which this look achieves. Beyond the beach, this ensemble performs excellently at vintage, boho, garden, and barn wedding themes.


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Men’s Outfit With Jackets

In most cases, jackets really do complete the classic men’s wedding suit. The color, fabric, and cut you choose will determine how vintage or modern, formal or casual, and fun or reserved your overall wedding look is. When making your choice, always make sure that you have your accessories established and get proper measurements from your tailor.

 

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