Grooms Wedding Attire Tips & The Wedding Dresses to Match

Hey brides! Congratulations on finding your dream wedding dress! While you’re all set and ready for the day, have you or your groom given any thought to what they’ll be wearing at the end of the aisle? While you’ve twirled in your dreamy dresses at final trials, your groom may not have even selected their outfits. Your gown is prepared with meticulous attention to detail but the groom’s wedding attire may be a last-minute purchase.

Before we get into the nitty-gritty of it though, make sure to sign up for our exclusive Maggie text messages to get expert bridal inspo for your big day!

Now, get ready to read some expert tips on how to select groom’s wedding attire that you can use yourself and send to your future hubby!

How to Select Grooms Wedding Attire

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Your groom’s outfit for the day needs to be just as special as the commitment you two say to each other in front of the world! Since you two will be the center of attention, you need to show off your collective style as a couple; this way your wedding and its photos will be the epitome of visual delight!

Dressing up well for the occasion shows respect for the occasion and the guests and sets the tone for the event. You want it to be a memorable occasion not only for you and your spouse but also for everyone in attendance. The groom and his men will complete the beautiful picture that you and your bridal party create.

If you are a fashion-savvy bridehere are ten essential fashion tips for your groom’s wedding attire that might prove useful to your groom-to-be and his entourage to glow up and show up dressed to the nines:

Tip 1: Tailored to Perfection

The fit can add or detract from the charm of a suit. The groom’s wedding attire should be tailored well and fit perfectly. This is why it may be best to steer clear of rented tuxedos and suits. The groomsmen will also look dapper in clothes that fit their builds. Encourage your groom and his groom’s party to seek out the help of an expert tailor.

Tip 2: Keeping the Theme and Formality of the Occasion in Mind

The groom’s wedding attire needs to match the theme and style of the event. The same applies to his squad as well. Some types of events offer more leeway than others. For instance, a white-tie event has some rigid rules, while a semi-formal or casual event allows room for experimentation.

Psst… Make sure to explore our Tips & Tricks section of the blog to get some wedding theme inspo for your big day!

Tip 3: Consideration of the Climate and Venue

Style needs to meet practicality for the attire of the men as well. The groom and his entourage’s outfits need to be suitable according to the wedding venue and the climatic conditions. Comfortable men are cheerful men!

Tip 4: Coordinate, Coordinate, Coordinate!

It goes without saying that the groom’s wedding attire must complement yours. If he’s not allowed to see your gown, it doesn’t hurt to give him a few helpful hints about your wedding dress so that it at least lets him know how he can match your look. Coordination between the groomsmen will also ensure that the wedding party looks well put together!

Tip 5: When in Doubt, Choose Timeless Over Trendy

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Wedding photos will last longer than the trends. It may be better to go with a classic if a trend seems too outrageous so that your photos will last forever! We love trends and we are not advising you to stay away from all of them, just take your pick wisely. Wouldn’t you want your wedding pictures to be free of apparel timestamps?

Tip 6: Meticulous Accessorizing

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Accessories can do two completely opposite jobs, depending on the ones chosen. They can make the groom look effortlessly cool, or they can make them look desperate for attention. Some accessories like shades are best left behind if the wedding is a nighttime event (at least during the serious parts).

Men can easily infuse some personality and individual style into their looks with thoughtful and stylish touches. Accessories like statement watches, cufflinks and tie bars can be easily personalized and are always timeless ideas to incorporate into the look.

Psst… Some important info about boutonnieres – they are not bouquets and bigger is not always better! A small boutonniere resting vertically along the lapel will do the trick.

Tip 7: Right Footwear Forward!

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Sorry grooms, your gym sneakers don’t actually match everything! Footwear should match the groom’s wedding attire. Ask him not to procrastinate purchasing the footwear for the special day. Ideally, he should look for the best dress boots or shoes as soon as he selects his wedding ‘fit!  

Pro Tip: Your groom should break into their shoes a few days before the wedding, just as you would do with your heels. Both of you will spend the wedding day mostly on your feet, and comfort is paramount! Shoes make lasting impressions during the walk down the aisle so make sure they’re comfortable, clean, and polished.

Tip 8: Avoid Clashing or Overly Matching

Both scenarios are best avoided. The group’s outfits must neither be too matchy nor comprise too many clashing colors. This is not to say that they must shy away from a pop of color though!

The ensemble should have a pleasing and comforting effect, rather than a jarring one. Let the groom stand out from his men with an elegant update to his attire.

Tip 9: Impeccable Grooming

Grooms and groomsmen deserve pampering salon sessions too! All the men should get a fresh cut and a beard trim before the wedding. Some hair products and styling on the day, along with a moderate amount of perfume will make the right impression.

Tip 10: Away with the Wrinkles!

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Even the most expensive designer suits will look sloppy if they are wrinkled. The groom’s wedding attire should be well-pressed by a professional to create well-defined creases and a smooth look. These small refinements can do wonders for the overall appearance and appeal of the attire.

If the groom’s wedding attire is ready in advance, he can practice wearing it! This way he will be more confident on the wedding day. Encourage him to start early and get a suit that fits his style and build.

The groomsmen being prepared with their clothing and accessories days ahead of the wedding means less stress and chaos on the day. Their comfort and confidence will radiate and bring out the best smiles on the wedding day!

Although many different factors come into play while selecting your wedding gown and suit styles, it doesn’t hurt to make sure the looks are cohesive and complement each other. If you’re still looking for some style inspo for your groom, keep reading to see some suit styles that go amazingly well with our gowns!

Matching the Groom’s Wedding Attire to Your Gown

Finding the perfect gown for you and the perfect attire for your groom may seem like easy tasks individually, but it becomes more of a challenge when you have to match each other’s individual tastes and styles. To give you some guidance, here are some examples of how you can coordinate your styles for your dream wedding day!

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• Vintage: If you picked a vintage wedding gown and accessories, a three-piece suit in earthy tones is the perfect choice. An interesting tie or even a pocket watch will go a long way to highlight your bridal style. For a vintage wedding dress look, consider Amber by Maggie Sottero and Mallory Dawn by Maggie Sottero. Earthy tones with pocket squares to match the gown designs is the perfect pairing for your day!

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• Classic, formal style: A tuxedo would be the perfect companion to a classic and elegant gown of satin, lace, or silk! Our choices in in gowns? Satin starlets Juniper by Sottero and Midgley and Selena by Maggie Sottero are some of our favorite options when it comes to elegant, formal gowns. With full skirts and traditional necklines, your grooms traditional black tuxedo will match perfectly! 

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• Bohemian: If you have opted for a relaxed, free-spirited bohemian style gown like Janine by Rebecca Ingram or Drita by Maggie Sottero have your groom match your vibe with a fashionable waistcoat and a striking boutonniere. If he wants to wear a suit, a linen or cotton one in a neutral color would be perfect. Knit laces like these two boho gowns are perfect options to go with a care-free cool suit.

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• Modern, chic style: You could wear a sleek and fitted dress with clean lines with statement jewelry. He can complement your look with a classic black or navy suit with a crisp white shirt. The perfect combo for a perfect day! We can see a modern suit going with one of our modern wedding gowns, Drew by Maggie Sottero and Aston by Sottero and Midgley. With exposed boning, sexy details, and long modern sleeves we can’t imagine a better combo for you and your groom!

• Rustic: If your wedding has a rustic theme, a tweed or wool suit with a bow tie and/or suspenders will match the vibe perfectly while you don a lacey, flowy silhouette. We absolutely love our rustic bridal gowns, Chelsea by Maggie Sottero and Raelynn by Rebecca Ingram to pair with some rustic-inspired grooms suits. Psst… Selecting from a natural color palette is a rustic wedding day MUST.

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• Pop of color:  If your groom is looking to stand out a little bit more on your wedding day with a colorful suit, you can go one of two ways. Be equally as colorful with a colored wedding dress in the same palette (could you image Nerida by Sottero and Midgley with a sage green or salmon suit?!), or you can pick a more traditional colored gown like Zander by Sottero and Midgley in black so that your groom can experiment with a more nontraditional color in his suit.

Whatever suit you and your groom decide on, just remember that it’s YOUR wedding day and what matters most is how you feel standing at the end of the altar!

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