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Suit or tuxedo
Tuxedos suit black tie and evening; suits suit almost everything else.
- Tuxedo for black tie
- Suit for most weddings
- Fit matters more than price
- Rent or buy depends on rewear
Style & the look · 6 subtopics: Groom & groomsmen style
Suits and tuxedos, renting or buying, colors by season, fit, accessories and coordinating the groomsmen.
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Colors by season and setting
Navy for almost any wedding, grey for day, black for evening, and greens, tans or blues for relaxed outdoor weddings.
- Navy: versatile
- Light grey and tan: summer
- Black: evening and formal
- Green or burgundy: seasonal
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Fit and tailoring
Shoulders that end at your shoulder bone, a little shirt cuff and trousers with a light break.
- Order 4–6 months ahead to buy
- Final fitting 1–4 weeks before
- Move, sit and dance at fittings
- Break in your shoes
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Accessories
Ties, pocket squares, cufflinks, boutonnières, watches and braces — one personal detail goes a long way.
- Belt or braces, not both
- Match leathers
- A boutonnière that echoes the bouquet
- Something personal or borrowed
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Coordinating groomsmen
Match exactly or coordinate; tell groomsmen costs and deadlines early.
- Rental deadlines and measurements
- A different look for the groom
- Costs shared upfront
- Socks and shoes agreed
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Cultural attire
Sherwanis, kurtas, barongs, agbadas and kilts — fittings and shipping take extra time.
- Order early for custom pieces
- Coordinate with the partner’s outfit
- Plan outfit changes
- Comfort for long events
Articles on groom style.
For the groom3 min read
Suit or tuxedo? Renting or buying? A groom’s style guide
The difference between a suit and a tuxedo, colors by season and formality, fit, and how to decide whether to rent or buy.
Reception, food & music3 min read
Wedding reception timeline: order of events for 4 and 5 hours
A minute-by-minute reception schedule, where toasts and dances fit, and versions for buffets and couples who don’t love dancing.
Free tools for groom style
