Dressing the Groom
Wedding season is in full swing, so we have put together a series on coordinating your formal outfits for photographs you will enjoy looking back on for years to come.
Dress for the formality of the wedding
Once you have chosen where the ceremony and reception will take place, think about the style of the wedding. Will it be a formal church ceremony, or a relaxed celebration in a meadow? A religious ceremony may call for a more formal dress code, while a civil ceremony may allow more freedom. The bride's dress and groom's outfit should both suit the character of the day, whether it is vintage or classic.
The groom's shirt should work with the bride's dress
When choosing a wedding shirt, whether for a suit or with trousers and braces, consider its shade as well as its fit. If the bride's dress is ivory, a shirt in the same shade will help the couple look coordinated in photographs.
Consider the groom's build
Before choosing a tailcoat for the groom, consider his build as well as the formality of the wedding. A double-breasted jacket can add visual breadth to a very slim figure; lighter colours can have a similar effect, while darker shades tend to look slimmer. On a shorter figure, avoid a jacket with a ticket pocket, the third flap pocket, as it can visually shorten the silhouette.
Classic style lasts
We often remind couples that their wedding photographs may be displayed at home for years. That is why a classic look can be a safer choice than a passing trend. A well-fitting suit and crisp white shirt can still look good when you revisit the photographs a decade later. The groom can also wear a classic outfit on other occasions after the wedding.
Choose the groom's outfit together
The bride may choose her dress with friends and without the groom, but it helps to plan his outfit together. She knows the style of her dress, so her input can be especially valuable when deciding how the two looks will work side by side.
Include the wedding party in your styling
Bridesmaids and groomsmen can add character to a wedding. Talk with them about a shared detail to tie their outfits together and help create a coherent atmosphere in photographs. Let other guests know your wedding colours too if you would welcome those shades in their outfits.
