Formal weddings tend to use color in less obvious ways, so take the same approach with selecting groomsmen attire. Think classic: black , midnight blue , charcoal or navy. Subtle patterns and subdued colors each have their place in formal groomsmen outfits. Bow ties are the standard for a tux, but as long as you keep it dark, a necktie is usually fine, too. No sloppy wedding pics allowed.
If your wedding is in the daytime or outdoors, you can wear something a bit more casual think: lighter-colored suits made of fabrics like seersucker or khaki. If it's an evening affair in a ballroom or swanky hotel, go with either a dark, well-tailored suit or a tux. Want to get even more formal? White tie a black tailcoat, white shirt and white bow tie is the ultimate in formalwear and ideal for an extra-luxe venue.
Another fairly obvious one, but it has to be said: Remember, your wedding is your first opportunity to show off your style as a couple, so make it a joint effort. While you may not know exactly what your partner is wearing, you'll want to be sure your styles work together.
So if her dress is a bedazzled ball gown, you won't want to wear a lightweight linen suit—a classic black tux is more like it. Other combos that work: a rustic lace gown paired with a tailored tan suit, or a streamlined city-chic gown with a slim-cut gray suit.
The key to looking sharp is dressing for your body type. If you're tall and slim, most tuxedos and suits will look good on your frame. To add bulk, try a double-breasted suit, which will make you look broader. To slim down, try a fitted suit with a little bit of a nip in the waist to give the impression of a leaner silhouette.
Skip lighter-colored suits since darker hues are slimming. Even the most expensive tux on the rack will look and feel awful if it doesn't fit right. You should be able to move around easily—do lots of twists, turns and arm raises to make sure there's plenty of mobility to show off your dancing skills. Regardless of whether you're renting or buying, most shops will custom tailor the purchase. Here are a few basic tailoring rules:. The jacket sleeve hem should fall at the wristbone with about one-fourth to one half inch of the shirt cuff showing below.
The bottom hem of the jacket should cover the butt and the vent shouldn't pull open. If it does, that means it's too tight. The collar should lay flat on the back and sides of the neck without any gaps or bulges. Pants should fit comfortably when standing and sitting and break across the top of the shoes so they cover the top one-third. Traditionally, the groomsmen wear attire that's the same as or similar to that of the groom, but it's up to you.
Even if you aren't planning for all the men in your wedding party to wear the exact same suit or tux, it's important that their outfits match in style and feel with yours. It will look a little bit off if you're up there in a tux while your buddies are wearing casual khaki suits. Matching doesn't just end with the guys either—your whole wedding party should have a cohesive style. To achieve this, aim to pair your groomsmen style to that of the bridesmaids—for instance, if the bridesmaids are rocking a vintage vibe, the guys can don retro three-piece suits.
Now that everyone is matching and coordinated, it's time to pick your extras. While we love the sense of formality that comes along with uniform fashion, we love seeing grooms stand out from the groomsmen on the wedding day in their own distinctive look too. After all, they deserve just as much of a fashion moment as their partner!
A simple way to have your groom stand out is by changing his neckwear compared to his groomsmen. This could be having him in a bow tie and his groomsmen in long ties. Both suits and tuxedos can be customized, and here are just a few ways to spruce them up:. Dress shirts for suits come in every color and pattern under the sun, and even shirts for tuxedos are available in multiple styles—from plain and pleated fronts to a variety of collars and cuffs.
Remember to think about which style tie you prefer before shopping for your shirt. Adding a vest changes your look from a two-piece suit to a three-piece suit. Also referred to as a waistcoat, it's an easy way to add a colorful pattern to your suited ensemble. Cummerbunds are a tuxedo accessory that cover the waist, and are worn with a single-breasted jacket. Traditionally, men don't wear cummerbunds with long ties. Suspenders not only pump up your style, they also keep your pants firmly in place while you dance the night away!
The type of belt you choose usually depends on the color of your suit. Traditionally, a black suit requires a black belt. If you choose a blue suit, though, a brown belt can look terrific.
Just be sure to match your shoes to your belt, since a wedding is a more formal occasion. A pocket square is basically a handkerchief tucked into a suit jacket pocket. It's yet another opportunity to color coordinate!
Cufflinks are like jewelry for your dress shirt cuffs. If you're wearing a tuxedo, the cufflinks should match the shirt studs. For a suit, you can get as creative as you like.
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