Groom's wedding suit: top 50 ideas

Although a men's wedding suit has two main parts - a jacket and trousers, do not forget about the vest. She can magically change the groom, making him more elegant and slender. A vest will allow you to stand out from other men, highlight your taste and help you take stunning photos.

Photo for inspiration

We sew a butterfly with our own hands

We suggest you sew not a classic bow tie, which you need to carefully tie every time before going out, but a ready-made accessory with an elastic band. It looks no worse than a self-knitting machine, but is much more convenient to use. In addition, this accessory is distinguished by its regular shape and neat appearance.

Choosing fabric

To sew a butterfly, it is recommended to choose thick fabrics. They will keep their shape well and go well with jackets of different styles. If you prefer a classic style in clothes, opt for plain fabrics. If you want to slightly spice up your look, choose a fabric with an unobtrusive pattern.

Fans of extravagant clothing can choose a plain fabric in a bright color or a fabric with checkered, striped or polka dots in bright shades. But you should not give preference to overly bright shades. It is important to know when to stop so that the color of the accessory does not draw all the attention to itself, making the groom’s image inharmonious.

We suggest taking gabardine suiting fabric. Its advantages are that it practically does not stretch and has optimal thickness. You will need:

Gabardine – cut 30x15 cm.
Adhesive interlining – 25-14 cm.
Elastic band with a width of 12 mm - 50 cm.
Hook and adjuster for bras with a width of 12-13 mm – 1 pc.
Threads to match the fabric.
Ruler, chalk, pins and scissors.

The width of the adjuster and hook must be selected taking into account the width of the elastic band.

Step-by-step algorithm for sewing an accessory

During duplication of the main adhesive fabric, some shrinkage occurs. Therefore, you need to glue it first, and only then cut out the parts. To duplicate gabardine you need to apply adhesive interlining on the wrong side and hold the iron for a few seconds, and then try to tear off the adhesive from the edge. If it comes off, hold it on for a few more seconds. A well-glued interlining does not come off.

This is interesting: What should a groom's tie be like for a wedding?

Accessory manufacturing algorithm:

We cut out a piece of 25x14 cm from adhesive non-woven fabric. We glue it onto a piece of gabardine from the edge so that part of the cut remains unglued.
On the glued part of the cut, draw with chalk the main part 24x13 cm, and on the non-glued part - a lintel part 7x4 cm.
Carefully cut out both parts.
Fold the main piece in half widthwise, face inward, and fasten with pins.
Sew along the long side. All seam allowances are 5 mm wide.
Turn the piece right side out.
We iron it so that the seam is in the middle, and the allowances are ironed in different directions.
We fold the part in half lengthwise, but be sure to have the seam facing outwards and stitch it. It turns out to be a ring made of fabric.
We turn the part inside out so that the seam is inside and in the middle.
Iron the seam, ironing the seam allowances. The main part of the butterfly is ready.
We make a jumper. Fold the small piece in half widthwise and stitch it.
Turn it right side out, trying to spread out the seam allowances.
Iron it, leaving a seam in the middle.
We fold the jumper in half lengthwise, with the seam facing out, and stitch it.
We turn out the jumper. It turns out to be a ring with a seam inside.
We form beautiful symmetrical folds in the main part and push it through the jumper. The butterfly is ready.
We thread an elastic tape through the jumper from the seam side.
We insert one edge of it into the regulator, then the hole of the hook and again into the regulator from the inside. We secure the end of the tape manually. We insert the other edge into the loop hole, and sew the tip.

You have a beautiful finished bow tie with an adjustable elastic band strap.

Complementing the wedding look

The vest isn't everything. Details called accessories are no less important. What will guests remember: the monochromatic color of the suit or a bright tie, combined with the bride’s bouquet and boutonniere?

Accessories to complement your wedding look

A tie, bow tie, cufflinks, boutonniere, shoes, wrist or pocket watch are accessories that can significantly change the groom's appearance.

Sometimes one butterfly can turn an ordinary man into a real gentleman.

Finishing touches: choosing a hairstyle

Since a vest is modern and fashionable, the choice of hairstyle is up to the groom. Both neatly combed hair and slightly tousled strands will look good.

If the groom has a mustache or beard, this will only give him some resemblance to the men of those times, when vests were certainly present in the wardrobe of every self-respecting gentleman.

Without a vest

If the groom thinks radically and is going to abandon not only the jacket, but also the vest in favor of convenience, then he has every right to do this, and not a single stylist will judge him. Refusal of both of these elements gives the groom the opportunity to focus all the attention on the shirt and his subtle taste in choosing this item of clothing.

Suspenders can add some zest to the look of a groom without a jacket or vest. There may be classic one-color dark models or bright suspenders with a cheerful print. Choose them to match the tie, and also try to match the bride’s outfit.

Choose the color in such a way that it does not conflict with the style of the wedding and the details of the bride’s image. Colors such as mint, lilac and coral have been especially popular lately. You shouldn't wear them from head to toe, but you can add a couple of bright elements to your suit.

The image of the groom without a jacket in the photo below is almost perfect:

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Non-standard tips:

As they say, everything ingenious is simple. In order for the groom’s outfit without a jacket and the bride’s image to turn out unusual, it is not at all necessary to start grandiose experiments and sew multi-tiered, complex costumes. Weave fresh flowers into the bride's hairstyle, dress the girl in a simple straight-cut white dress, and the boy in a stylish sleeveless shirt of the same shade. Such a laconic image of a couple will look romantic and at the same time very natural.
A bold and unexpected decision is to make a small castling, changing the color palette of the newlyweds. A white suit and black dress will look much more impressive than the already boring standard combination.
Holding a wedding on or near the water is in itself quite a bold move. Therefore, outfits must also match. The most daring can replace trousers with shorts or even give up a shirt and wear a vest over a naked body. The bride's dress should be either light and airy or short.
The nautical style will fit perfectly into the wedding theme. White and blue colors, gold accessories, corals and shells will come in very handy here.

Themed wedding options

A loose clothing style at a wedding is a rather unconventional approach that will not fit into every wedding. Therefore, if the bride’s outfit is an example of conservatism with a long train or a fluffy skirt and veil, then the groom’s wedding look without a jacket will not work.

If the bride herself preferred convenience and comfort, then the groom’s imagination is no longer limited by rigid boundaries. A relaxed, slightly casual wedding outfit for the groom, without a jacket, looks great in the following wedding themes:

Such topics are especially common, but the list is far from limited to them. You can choose absolutely any topic that is close to your liking: music, football, travel. You can play with all this and build a wedding around your favorite hobby.

In the summer, nautical and pirate-themed ceremonies are especially popular, for which a casual look begs to be worn.

Suit for the groom

It is necessary to carefully select high-quality fabric for sewing. The material should not shine or look cheap. You need to make sure that the suit fits your figure.

The photo of the groom’s image demonstrates the latest fashion trends that will be adopted by representatives of the stronger half of humanity.

Pastel colors and bright shades successfully compete with the classic palette today. They are chosen by purposeful and strong-willed men.

A suit needs to be purchased or ordered shortly before the wedding ceremony; many people want to get in shape.

Style of a young man in a shirt and suspenders

A hot summer day is a reason to refuse even a vest when creating the groom’s image. Classic suit trousers and suspenders will be enough.

However, many modern grooms, having a wedding in a rustic, boho or dudes style, choose colored pants or even shorts.

Supporters of classic trousers remain faithful to accessories such as a formal tie or bow tie, paying special attention to the quality and color of the shirt . The groom without a jacket, in a shirt with suspenders - an image for a themed wedding. This is a rustic celebration or a holiday in country style.

To create such an image of the newlywed, you will need an appropriate headdress, and instead of a classic tie, a scarf.

Choice of color and shirt fabric

The color of the groom's shirt at a wedding, which is held in a particular style, depends on the conditions, the appearance and costume of the bride, the presence of bright details and accessories.

If a young man has chosen light-colored trousers made from light fabric as his suit trousers, then he can use a shirt:

pink;
gray;
baby blue;
light lilac;
light purple.

Shirts of darker shades look harmonious with dark trousers, which are perfect for a wedding in early autumn, or in the summer, but when the holiday takes place in the late evening. You should avoid using shirts made of silk and other dense fabrics.

A young man’s body must breathe, and on hot summer days you can only feel comfortable in clothes made from natural fabrics. These are cotton products, satin, cambric.

Accessories

Numerous photos clearly show how winning a decision can be when creating the image of the groom at a summer wedding.

Despite the absence of a classic jacket, the young man will look solemn and festive thanks to the presence of certain accessories that have long been recognized as traditional and are used as additional elements of a wedding suit:

A tie for a groom who has refused a jacket and vest can only be thin. Its color depends not only on the color of the suspenders. It is important that it combines successfully with the bright components of the bride’s outfit.
Neckerchief. It adorns the groom's throat at a country style wedding. The look is complemented by a hat with wide, slightly rolled brim. To make a scarf, you will need silk. The material must be natural, otherwise the young man will be too hot and uncomfortable. The color of the scarf matches the color of the suspenders, contrasts with the color of the shirt and completely matches the shade of the additional elements used to create the bride’s image.
A butterfly is the most popular accessory that makes the groom’s image cheerful, perky, joyful, and light. It is made from any materials, even plywood. Such an accessory will become the most original decoration, especially at a wooden wedding.
Suspenders can be wide or standard. Narrow rubberized strips are not in demand or popular when creating a groom's suit. Their color allows the accessory to be noticeable against the background of the shirt, but does not distract from the boutonniere, which is attached to the suspenders if the groom is not wearing a jacket at the wedding.

Of course, a correctly composed boutonniere is important, for the creation of which live and artificial plants, leaves, stems and other greenery are used. A young man's shoes and socks are no less important.

This video will tell you how to choose the right look for the groom:

If the shoes are dark, then the socks will be the same. By choosing lightweight summer suede shoes, a guy can eliminate the need to wear socks (especially at a nautical wedding).

Such a decision will also be made if the festive banquet is held on the shore of a reservoir. Often newlyweds decide to take the advice of experienced designers and stylists, but the recommendations that newlyweds who have recently acted as heroes of the occasion can also be useful. How long should a shirt sleeve be if the groom is not wearing a jacket at a wedding? Is it possible to do without a tie completely? Will stylists allow you to choose lightweight ones instead of classic shoes? Everyone's opinion can be very helpful.

Having more or less figured out the bride’s style, I decided to start working on the second half - namely, the grooms)))

Let's look at the most common mistakes in creating a groom's image and how to avoid them!

Many people still believe that a wedding suit fits well only if it is a couple of sizes too large. Friends, modern men's fashion requires that the suit fits close to the body, and not dangle as if on a hanger. Select a suit according to size, without any folds on the back or chest, creases on the sleeves, or hanging legs. If your groom has a good athletic figure, highlight this with a single-breasted fitted jacket and slightly tapered trousers. It looks stylish and noble. If your groom is “skinny”, a single-breasted jacket with a straight cut, moderately fitting (not tight - this is also a mistake!) will suit him. A very slim man should not try to hide his thinness with a baggy suit. A double-breasted jacket and wide-cut trousers will cope much better with this.

Many brides and grooms are firmly convinced that a white wedding suit is a special chic. Perhaps this is true. For example, when the groom is in a white tuxedo and the wedding is a luxurious reception. Or when the celebration takes place in a hot country, on the beach - here a light white suit is not only appropriate, but also practically the only possible option.

Dear brides, if you really, really want to see your loved one in white, you can buy a white jacket and pair it with trousers of a different color. Or vice versa - white trousers plus NOT a white jacket (option only for summer weddings!). You will make the groom a real dandy - of course, provided that the shoes and other accessories are chosen correctly.

Everyday life

Friends, a wedding is too special an event to make it trivial. Even if you are having a modest celebration, the groom’s suit should remind you not of the office, but of a holiday and should stand out among the clothes of the guests. Whether the groom's image will be strictly formal or casual is up to you, the main thing is that this image must be exceptional.

Flashy accessories

Men's fashion has always been and remains much more restrained than women's, and something modest and discreet is associated with a man rather than flashy and shimmering. In the image of the groom (and the bride too), it is always better to have too few accessories than too many. For a dignified, formal look, a good suit, formal shoes and a bow tie are enough. A boutonniere certainly adds extra charm and style to your look – but only if it doesn’t take up half of your chest. Elegant additions to the suit include a handkerchief peeking out from the breast pocket and cufflinks.

Epic fail - white shoes with a black (or any other dark color) suit. A simple rule: white shoes only go with very light-colored trousers! Another element that regularly seeps into weddings is the groom's white shoes with perforations (“holes”) paired with a classic suit. Such shoes are casual and have no place at a wedding. If it's hot outside, the groom should wear moccasins.

Don't forget that the colors of the shoes and belt must match.

I'll start with a global mistake - WHITE socks. Oh, this color is uncontrollably loved by grooms (or rather, brides who choose a cute look)!

Therefore, white socks can only go with one color of suit - that's right, white. Read about it above. The second common mistake is to choose socks that match the color of your shoes. For example, if the groom is wearing a gray suit with black shoes, the socks should be gray, not black. There is, however, an exception here: if you are having a themed or whimsical wedding, the groom can wear colorful printed socks that don't follow the usual rules.

And moccasins are worn WITHOUT socks. Even with a suit.

It happens when the bride has chosen a certain palette for the celebration and wants absolutely EVERYTHING to be in this palette!

Additional accessories

The image of the groom is formed by the auxiliary details that he chooses, keeping in mind the wedding style and the bride’s outfit. The following will help you shade a vest and complement a men’s suit:

watch on a chain;
glasses with massive frames;
a gracefully folded handkerchief or boutonniere;
bow tie or skinny tie.

If you wear a short-sleeved shirt or roll up the sleeves of your shirt, the look will be more complete. In this case, you won’t get the impression that the groom forgot his jacket somewhere.

When choosing accessories, start from the base color of the vest and shirt.

Don't buy the first thing you come across, even if you really like it. Be sure to try it on and see how it will combine with the main elements of clothing.

It’s good when a men’s wedding outfit consists of 2-3 main colors. It can be orange and blue or white, light gray and blue. Beige and light olive look beautiful; black and gray go well with almost all colors. You can, for example, imagine a wedding image of a groom in a blue suit and an orange bow tie.

The boutonniere should be combined with a butterfly or with flowers from the bride’s bouquet. If you have chosen a bright look for your wedding, then think about what socks are best to wear. Lately they have been receiving special attention. Men's socks can be not only plain, but also diamond-patterned, striped or with more extravagant prints.

How to choose and wear a vest correctly

You need to choose a vest for a wedding very carefully, since it must be sewn exactly to your figure. It is best to place an order with an experienced tailor, but if this is not possible, then you need to try on, sorting out the sizes until you find the ideal option:

a man's vest should cover the trouser belt so that the shirt is not visible from behind, even if you are without a jacket;
It is not customary to fasten the bottom button;
if the groom is wearing a vest, then there is no need to use a tie clip;
The vest should lie on the shoulders, without hanging down or covering the collar.

Ideally, they don’t wear a belt under the vest, but rather wear suspenders, but today there is no such strict rule, so dress as you feel comfortable. A wedding dress should not restrict movement, because you will spend the whole day in it.

You can wear dark trousers and a brighter vest, choosing an equally bright tie. If you don’t dare experiment, then choose trousers and a vest of the same color, or better yet, buy a full-fledged suit. It is easiest to choose additional accessories for a single-color option.

In the cold season, a knitted or knitted men's vest, which should be worn over the head, would be a good option. Although it looks less formal, it helps create a stylish look. Attach a bright boutonniere to such a vest, and it will be in no way inferior to expensive woven models.

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