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The Groom’s Guide of 2018 – Dress the Part
Your wedding is coming up, and you are still clueless about what to wear. Celebrities have stylists who spend hours and hours looking for the perfect outfit for them. For a common man like us, to be a well-dressed groom on his wedding day is difficult to pull off.
Do not fret; we are here to help you look good on your wedding day without the help of a professional stylist. All you have to do is to follow the tips that we have compiled for you. Even if it is hard to look for a tuxedo or a simple smart suit, all it needs is a little effort.
Fashion Tips for the Clueless Groom
First, you and your bride must decide on the dress code for the wedding. To be able to come to a decision, you should put into consideration the venue of the wedding and the overall vibe you want for your wedding. You have to choose whether it is a black-tie event, a semi-formal event or something that is extraordinary. The decision should be based on the location of the wedding, will it be a beach wedding, a barn wedding, in a cathedral or a castle.
The second tip is to coordinate your suit or tuxedo with your bride’s wedding dress. To give you a better picture, if your bride has chosen a bedazzled wedding gown, you cannot wear a linen suit; instead, it is mandatory for you to wear a tuxedo in black nonetheless.
Another important tip is for you to consider your body type. You should fit your body down to a T. It should also be easy to move around. You need to consult a tailor if you want to have a bespoke suit or tuxedo.
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Last are your accessories. You would not have a cohesive look during your wedding if you did not coordinate your accessories properly. The fine details will create a fashion statement. You are the groom; therefore, you should stand out. You need to pay special attention to you boutonniere, vest, bow tie, tie, shoes, belt, watch and even your cufflinks.
Suit Rules that a Groom Should Know
Even though you want your bride to be the center of attention during the wedding because you love her so much, you as the groom should not look shabby either. You need to be in tip-top shape too. Here are the tiny details that you should pay attention to before walking down the aisle.
Lapel Width
Here is the basic rule concerning the lapel width. A narrow lapel exudes a stylish look if you go for a medium width (not too wide and not too narrow) projects a timeless look, on the other hand, a wide lapel represents tradition. Nowadays lapel width has been narrower creating a high street look. Our recommendation is to go for a classic width lapel; it never goes out of style.
Pocket Squares
This traditional part of the suit has made a comeback evolving from a plain solid color to a more textured and patterned piece of fabric. Its purpose is to break the monotony of the suit. It adds color to the suit too. You can fold it, the way it is worn before or you can scrunch it up to create a full hanky style.
What Works with You
Either in choosing your tailored suit for a bespoke or from the racks, it is important to take into consideration the proportion of your body. This will be the base of the fitting and the style of the suit.
Fitted Shoulder
This is applicable not only to the wedding to suits but to all kinds of suits for different occasions, your shirt should fit your shoulder just right. It will make you appear sharp and not lousy.
Choosing the Color
You cannot go wrong with the classic colors like grey, black or navy. The latest fashion is a salute to the vintage colors and style. Fabrics can be textured, but this season it is a key look in earth colors. Whatever color you will choose, make sure that it matches your skin tone.
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The Belt
Some suits have no belt loops for a clean and simple look. If you have belt loops, make sure that the belt is not wide. A narrow belt creates a stylish look.
The Sleeve Cuff
There is no general rule on the look must be the sleeve cuff, but if you want to have them exposed, you can go for 1cm under the cuff of the jacket.
Length of the Socks
Socks can be short during the summer and longer during the winter. For a fashionable entourage, some groom would let his groomsmen wear colorful socks, and he is plain. Going sockless is not advisable though.
The Accessories of the Groom
There is a saying: a suit makes the man, I say the accessories make the groom.
The Neckwear
A necktie or bow tie are your options, and it comes in silk, wool, knit or wool. You can choose between them depending on the look you a aiming for. The choices range from neckwear appropriate for a black tie event or a ceremony at the city hall.
The Cufflinks
Even though they are small accessories, they can still pack a punch. There are simple ones in silver or gold squares. These exude a refined look. If you want to be whimsical, you can choose any design that reflects your personality. Like an airplane cufflink if you are a pilot. You can also go for the knotted metal cufflinks to show the world that you are ready to be tied.
The Shoes
Barefoot is for beach weddings. If you are not getting married on a beach then, man up and choose the right pair of shoes. Black lace-ups or a classic brown are the most popular colors. You can have them in elegant patent or in calf-leather oxfords. Your shoes must coordinate with the suit. If you want to go for canvas shoes for a twist, go ahead and be unique.
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The Watch
The groom does not need much jewelry on his wedding day; however, there are only two exceptions, the cufflink, and the watch. For you to look sharp just like your bride, a genuine luxury watch will boost your style factor without overshadowing your bride.
Style tips for choosing a watch for your wedding day includes the following. Your watch should match your tuxedo or suit well. A simple dress watch with white face and black strap is perfect for the tuxedo. If you want extra flashy then a watch in gold or white gold is enough. Rule of thumb is the value of the watch should not outdo the bride’s jewelry. Remember, she is the star of this wedding.
Final Thought
The groom is the man of the hour; don’t feel that your style decisions will not matter anymore because it does in a big way. You and your bride should still emphasize your individual fashion tastes in your wedding attire. To create harmony, you must incorporate elements that complement that of the bride’s. You can do this by taking special attention to your accessories.
Remember as the groom you must distinguish yourself from your groomsmen. You can do this by choosing unique and stand out accessories to add style factor to your ensemble. Put special attention on your watch, socks, pocket squares and even your shoes.
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