As you count down to your special day, more and more details of your wedding will start to come together. You have helped set the date and pick the venue, but I’m betting you’ve saved the best for last: what are you going to wear to your wedding?
While saying “something nice” may sound like a suitable answer, it’s time to seriously start thinking about the details of your wedding day look so you aren’t left scrambling at the very last minute. We have put together a few tips and suggestions for making sure that you look and feel your absolute best!
Choosing Between the Tuxedo and the Suit
First thing’s first: should you wear a tuxedo or a suit? What’s the difference you might ask? Although both look stylish and wedding appropriate, the key difference is that the tuxedo is slightly more formal looking. Traditionally worn with with a bow tie and winged tip collar, the tuxedo looks sophisticated and elegant.
If you’re looking for something that is more relaxed and informal but still meets the wedding look criteria, a suit could be a better option. Wear a regular spread collar and loosen your necktie as you personalize your suit to match the details of your wedding.
If you’re still unsure, a simple way to help narrow down your choice between a tuxedo or suit is to ask yourself, what is the wedding dress code? Formal or informal? Black tie or casual?
Narrowing Down Your Color Choices
Once the theme of your wedding has been decided, a key detail to keep in mind is the color palette of your wedding. Blush, lilac and moss green are all colors currently trending for spring weddings. To find the right suit or tux to accompany these spring colors, The Knot recommends The Black Tux, who offers suit and tuxedo rentals in variety of colors and styles. To compliment colors that are more warm and romantic like blush, they suggest groomsmen dress in grey. The color grey is polished and stands out great against colors that are more light and soft.
For bold and eye-catching colors like lilac or ultraviolet, choose more subtle-colored tan suits. You want to make sure that your wedding colors are vibrant but not overpowering. If you’re using more earthy tones like moss, wear a slate-colored suit or tuxedo. Slate has a beautiful bluish tint to it and has a way of looking sharp and formal. This look would work perfectly for a wedding that is formal but not quite a black tie event.
Select the Right Fit
From wedding pictures to breaking it down on the dance floor, there are many tips for finding the perfect tuxedo or suit fit for your big day! A great tuxedo or suit shouldn’t just look perfect, it should feel perfect where you don’t have to compromise comfort for appearance. Look at different styles to determine which fit would be best suited for your body. If you want more of a traditional look, go for something that is a bit more full, like the classic fit. For more of a sleek and slender look, a slim fit will do just the trick. Take your time looking at different options as well as trying them on!
Choosing the Fine Details
Once you’ve narrowed down your choice between a suit or a tuxedo as well as color choices, let your accessories be the distinguishing details. Neckwear, like bowties and neckties, are a great way of uniquely customizing your wedding look. Pull accents of your wedding colors into your attire by selecting accessories that align with the color palette you have chosen for your wedding. A fun and simple groomsmen attire trend is wearing bold and colorful groomsmen socks!
Ultimately, don’t forget to talk with your bride to be about her opinion on your perfect wedding look! We can guarantee you she probably already has something in mind! Don’t be afraid to explore both tuxedo and suit options, take your time, and remember how much fun you will have while looking your absolute best!