When it comes to planning your big day, the attention often falls on the bridesmaids’ dresses, leaving the groomsmen’s attire as an afterthought. But with these five fashion tips for your wedding groomsmen, you can ensure that your side of the wedding party looks stylish. Let’s dive in and explore the top tips to have your groomsmen shine on your special day.
Here are five fashion tips for your groomsmen that will ensure they not only complement your look but also feel comfortable and confident throughout the day.
1. Choose Well-Fitted Suits
Nothing screams “out of style” more than ill-fitted suits. Make sure each groomsman gets measured properly for their attire. This will ensure a polished and cohesive look for the entire wedding party. Invest in tailoring services if needed, as this can make a huge difference in the overall presentation of your groomsmen.
Tailoring is often overlooked, but it can transform a decent suit into a flawless one. Even small adjustments, hemming pants, slimming the sleeves, or adjusting the jacket length, make a huge difference. Think of it as an investment in how your photos will look for decades to come.
A service like BlackTux, which I used for my wedding, works great to ensure everyone has a suit that fits perfectly. For more advice on how to make sure a suit fits that you buy/rent online, check out this article.
2. Coordinate Ties and Accessories With Bridesmaids’ Dresses
To maintain a harmonious theme throughout your wedding party, consider coordinating the groomsmen’s ties and accessories with the bridesmaids’ dresses. This can be as simple as matching the tie color—like navy ties with dusty-blue dresses, or coordinating patterns, such as subtle stripes, polka dots, or floral accents in pocket squares or cufflinks.
Accessories are also a fun way to show off personality. Pocket squares, cufflinks, tie bars, and even socks can be subtle but stylish nods to your wedding colors. For example, if your bridesmaids are in burgundy, your groomsmen could wear navy suits with burgundy ties or patterned pocket squares that bring the palette together. It ties the look together without feeling forced.
3. Matching the Groom’s Colors
As the groom, you will naturally want to stand out among your groomsmen. There are specific challenges that go into picking the groom’s colors, so once you figure that out, having the groomsmen match is a bit more straightforward. For example, you may choose a slightly different or bolder suit color than your groomsmen. Alternatively, you could opt for unique accessories or a different style of tie to set yourself apart from the rest.
Choosing the groom’s colors can be surprisingly tricky. You want shades that stand out from the groomsmen while still blending with the wedding palette and the bridesmaids’ dresses. Striking that balance, between standing out and keeping harmony can take some careful thought. Once you lock in your look, coordinating the groomsmen’s colors becomes much easier.
Some examples – you sport a different color bowtie, or shirt color, tie style, or even suit color than your groomsmen.
4. Timeless Styles
Trends come and go, but a classic wedding look never goes out of style. One fashion tip is to opt for suits with clean lines, simple silhouettes, and timeless colors such as black, navy, or gray. Avoid overly bold patterns or prints that may look dated in years to come. Choosing a traditional style will guarantee that your wedding party looks elegant and sophisticated on your big day and in your photos for years to come.
While trendy suits (like patterned blazers or ultra-slim fits) might seem exciting now, they can age quickly. Remember when wide lapels or oversized jackets were “in”? Looking back, those trends don’t always hold up. That’s why sticking with classic silhouettes is the safest route for wedding attire.
5. Comfort Is Key
Lastly, remember that your groomsmen will be wearing their outfits for a good portion of the day, so comfort should be a top priority. Make sure to choose breathable fabrics like linen, cotton blends, lightweight wool, or seersucker, and consider the time of year and climate when deciding on the weight and material of the suits. Your groomsmen should feel comfortable and at ease throughout the wedding day, as this will ensure they enjoy the celebrations.
For example, for a Spring/Summer beach wedding, you should opt for linen, linen-blend, or another lightweight suit fabric in a lighter color. Don’t go with a three-piece black tuxedo set in the middle of the day. For a cooler weather wedding, go for darker colors and heavier fabrics.
Final Thoughts
These five fashion tips for groomsmen will create a cohesive, stylish, and timeless look for your entire wedding party. Remember to prioritize well-fitted suits, coordinate with bridesmaids’ dresses, reflect the groom’s attire, stick to classic styles, and consider comfort. Follow these tips, and your groomsmen will be the perfect complement to your big day.
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