Weddings

What a Groom Should Wear to His Own Wedding

From the traditional tuxedo to the linen summer suit, these are our top recommendations for looking your absolute best on the big day.

The Looks

The Tux
A Timeless Suit
Summer Dinner Jacket
The Summer Suit
The Fall Wedding
Spring Wedding

The Tux

Look Guide:

A peak or shawl lapel is the order of the day. A bibbed tuxedo shirt is the most traditional and formal, while a covered placket or plain front is a less formal and more modern option. Classic worsted wool will be most comfortable from fall through spring, and it works in any location, especially in cities. You have several options for shoes: patent leather or high-polish cap-toe oxfords are classic, opera pumps are the most traditional you can go, and black suede Belgian loafers are a bit more contemporary.

A Timeless Suit

Look Guide:

Go for a dark suit, white shirt, and dark tie. Consider the texture of the suiting fabric—smooth and minimally-textured, with a bit of shine, is preferred if you’re looking for something classically dressy. Your wedding day is also a good time to go for shirt with a French cuff. Opt for subtle cufflinks with simple designs, and leather or suede oxfords (suede is a little less formal here). This works at any time of year and in any location.

Summer Dinner Jacket

Look Guide:

If you’re doing formal in the spring or summer, you’ll want something seasonally appropriate—something that breathes better than pure wool. A white dinner jacket in a linen or linen blend will keep you from overheating and have a freshness that aligns with the season. This is also an opportunity to wear a pair of black tuxedo pants you already have, creating contrast and giving the jacket center stage in the look. Belgian loafers are an easy, stylish shoe option.

The Summer Suit

Look Guide:

We love a lighter-hued seasonal suit (cream, beige, light grey, or faded blue) with a relaxed shirt for summer. Linen blends for both the suit and shirt are perfect for most situations, and especially when you’ll be on a beach. Loafers—without socks— are your best bet here, as they match the slightly more informal tone.

The Fall Wedding

Look Guide:

This is an opportunity to go for more texture or dark color. A flannel suit in charcoal grey or textured worsted wool in a dark solid green has great seasonal appeal and pairs well with a crisp white shirt to maintain a dressed-up feel. If you’ll be on a farm or in the mountains, this is the way to go. For shoes, go with oxfords or loafers (loafers are more informal here).

Spring Wedding

Look Guide:

As the weather warms up, a faded blue tropical wool suit is a fresh option that carries a bit of visual weight without weighing you down. A refined twill and satin tie create some subtle textural contrast, and suede tassel loafers balance the look with a slightly less formal appeal.