What Should the Groom Wear to the Wedding?
Advice 20.08.2020
When it comes to deciding on what the groom should wear for the wedding, what are the rules? The good news is there are none. These days - as with wedding dresses - anything goes.
Having said that, if the bride is wearing something long and white, some kind of suit is probably advisable. Luckily, top hat and tails is rarely required, unless you’ve chosen to get married in Westminster Abbey.
So what are the big trend in grooms’ attire?
Country esquire
A country wedding calls for a certain look. And we’re seeing a lot of grooms opt for a tweed three-piece suit in a tawny, deep burgundy or dark green. Waistcoats can match the jacket and trousers in colour. Or choose a complementary colour that goes with the theme of the wedding. Floral ties, plain ties and dickie bows all work well with the gentleman farmer look. As does a floral buttonhole made from pretty handpicked wildflowers.
No tie required
If you’re opting for a relaxed country fair look, you may want to eschew a tie altogether. A smart white shirt works just as well on its own and will be significantly more comfortable on a warm summer’s day. Tell all your guests to do the same too.
Keep it light
For a summer wedding, a well-tailored suit in linen or fine wool is a good choice. Light colours like cream and blush pink work well, as long as you don’t outdo the bride Or why not opt for a bright blue? This hue is increasingly popular for warm weather weddings. Choose a waistcoat in the same colour. Or pick a contrasting colour that picks up a colour in the bride’s bouquet.
Classic Black
It could be the James Bond vibe they give off. But who doesn’t love a man in a black dickie bow? A black-tie wedding – whether it’s in the country or the city – still looks the part. Choose a tuxedo jacket and matching trousers or a smart black suit, and add a white formal shirt with a dickie bow or a long black tie. Waistcoats are optional, while cummerbunds have fallen out of fashion. Finish it off with a black belt and black shoes, and order your martini shaken not stirred.
Double-breasted
You can’t go wrong with a double-breasted suit. And this is one of the options you may want to buy rather than hire, as you’ll be wearing it again after the big day.
The double-breasted suit was huge in the 1940s. Quite literally. Today’s s version is leaner and a little shorter but still has that classic wide lapel that ensures you make a statement. What fabric to choose? A navy blue or Prince of Wales check always looks classy. Just add a colourful or classic white pocket handkerchief to complete the look, and remember to leave the bottom button undone.
Checkmate
From blazers with stripes to suits with checks, patterns are gaining in popularity. Go big and bold. Or keep it low key and choose a suit material with a subtle check. Zhoosh up your style with coloured buttons or memorable socks.
In the navy
If colours or tweeds are not your thing, a well cut, single-breasted three-piece suit in navy never goes out of style. Navy looks good on everybody and works well all year round. Wear with a white shirt and match your tie and pocket handkerchief to the theme 0f the wedding. Or opt for a floral shirt and colourful buttonhole for something a little more quirky.
Relaxed weekender
If you’re having a very relaxed wedding or even a micro wedding before a bigger wedding at a later date, keep it casual. Choose a smart shirt, blazer and trousers or even tailored shorts.
Dress up
As we always say: at Ash Barton, anything goes. So if you feel like ditching the suit and dressing up as your favourite Shakespearian character for your wedding day, we say go for it.