Planning a wedding is a complicated and exhaustive process. It often comes down to decision-making, with many of the items on the checklist requiring advance planning to ensure everything is ready on the big day.
The wedding suit is one of the most important decisions you will have to make. Think about it; the way you look on such a momentous occasion will be remembered more vividly than the flower arrangements or cake flavor. It will be in every wedding photo, tying together the theme and aesthetic, the visual enduring in your friends and family’s minds long after the ceremony. So, what should you do about your wedding suit? How much thought should go into it, when you have so much else to get right?
You must first weigh the benefits and drawbacks of buying a ready-made suit, as opposed to having one tailored from scratch. While a ready-made suit may be easier to get, a bespoke wedding suit will stand out more, fit better and say much more about your personality.
You Are Your Suit
An underrated aspect of choosing your wedding suit is the opportunity it presents for you to show your personality. Much like the overall theme of the wedding, the flowers, cakes and even venue, a wedding suit adds a personal touch and individuality. A simple, classic suit may showcase your traditional, minimalist style, while a lounge suit may reveal your preference for casual comfort.
Color also presents an opportunity to infuse your look with some personality. Bolder colors may not always work, but experimenting with various hues can complement the rest of your wedding party. Imagine a tan suit, or a navy-blue outfit, instead of the traditional black. If your groomsmen are in a light grey, you can stand out with a darker charcoal grey or a softer black. Experiment with different shades of your favorite color before deciding on the one for your suit; just make sure it goes well with your partner’s outfit and lends itself to the overall theme.
Style Points
Your wedding suit should be memorable, and what better way to make it so than paying homage to some classic styles while infusing them with your own signature?
Some of the most popular styles for men’s suits include:
The Tuxedo: A tux is a timeless classic, often with black, blue or white jackets with satin lapels, a white dress shirt and a black bowtie. Some feature a cummerbund and add a waistcoat. A tuxedo will always make you look classy and sophisticated.
Lounge suit: This suit offers a semi-formal look, a more relaxed two-button jacket with optional neckwear. Its greatest feature is the broader range of colors you can opt for.
Three-piece suit: It offers versatility, adding a waistcoat to the traditional jacket and trousers. The versatility comes from its color combinations; you can match the waistcoat with a bowtie, or choose a different color from the jacket.
Double-Breasted Suit: It shakes up the classic jacket style by adding a second row of buttons along the flaps. It is regal and refined, most often worn in navy, black or grey but with modern designs allowing for bolder colors.
Slim-fit: The slim fit is a modern take on classic suits. It has narrower lapels and tapered trousers. It is tailored to hug the torso, allowing the wearer to show off their physique.
Regardless of which style you choose, you must ensure it feels right and flatters you.
We recommend a bespoke tailor to create your suit from scratch. Webstars Tailored Bespoke Suits will help you craft a wedding suit that highlights your best features and gives you the confidence to go through your big day.
