Choosing a Wedding Suit:
Choosing a Wedding Suit:
Don't make these 5 mistakes!
While some marrying individuals explore Pinterest boards, wedding attire websites, and dedicate their Saturdays to appointments at bridal and formal wear shops to find the perfect outfit for their wedding, others' search for the ideal ensemble often goes unnoticed. The focus invariably centers on the wedding dress, leaving little consideration for individuals of all genders. Partners are often simply expected to show
up wearing the appropriate attire, with minimal fuss beyond ensuring the right color accessories and an outfit free of stains.
I know you may not be used to thinking for more than five minutes about what you want to wear on any given day, but this is your wedding. So today on the blog, I want to help all all persons out there in stepping up and planning your wedding suit. These suits are JUST AS important as any wedding dress.
Here are 5 suit mistakes to AVOID when choosing your wedding attire:
1. Waiting until the last minute
The person wearing a dress isn't waiting until the last minute to pick up their dress, so why would you wait until the last minute to pick up your suit? This is one of the worst things you can do; there is so much room for disaster! Let’s not forget about Murphy's Law: "anything that can go wrong (probably) will go wrong."
You’ll have a dozen other tasks on your to-do list during the month leading up to your wedding, and there won't be time to worry about something that should have been taken care of already. Believe me when I say that picking up Grandma and friends from the airport, remembering to eat, memorizing your vows, and fixing a ruined suit, cannot all get done in between whatever else is planned for you.
I suggest ordering your suit or tux six to four months in advance, and get it in your hands no later than 10 days before your wedding.
2. I don’t need a tailor
A wedding is the most important photographic moment in any couple’s life! Do you want to look back at your wedding pictures, carefully taken and edited by a professional that you paid a lot of money for, and see sleeves that are too long or a baggy inseam? If your answer is anything but “no,” please seek help from a wedding professional.
If you have a strict budget, choose a less-expensive suit and spend more on professional tailoring. People will usually notice a suit’s fit, more than the quality of fabric and stitching.
3. Don't just consider the wedding
When you’re buying a suit for the wedding, you probably imagine wearing it while saying your vows, listening to speeches and getting down on the dance floor.
But have you imagined wearing it at a dinner party, a funeral, or another friend’s wedding? Is your suit versatile enough to handle a variety of situations, or will it only be appropriate in rare circumstances?
Tuxedos, being the classiest option, come with the most rules: do not wear a belt with a tux (the lack of belt loops should be your first clue), instead, you'll need suspenders; studs and cufflinks should be worn with your tuxedo shirt; and bowties, rather than long ties, are traditionally worn with tuxedos.
If you plan on re-wearing the suit, also plan on re-wearing the accessories! This may happen way more than you think it will. If you’re buying a new tie, belt and pair of shoes for the wedding, make sure to find something you’ll want to wear again. Get shoes that look good with the suit but also with a more casual outfit. Consider a reversible belt that has both brown and black depending on shoes and tie.
5. Don’t expect to turn into a style expert
Ignorance is bliss. If you don’t know or care about all things fashion, then swallow your pride and elect the most fashionable person in your life to help shepherd you through your options! You can also have an honest conversation with a wedding attire owner or your wedding coordinator. I've helped plenty of marrying people with their wedding outfits! However, the most important part is that you are flexible when seeing new styles or a bit more “fitted pants” than usual. Remember, it's only one day, and chances are, you can't wear your basketball shorts and your favorite old t-shirt.
In the whirlwind of wedding planning, it's easy for the focus to gravitate towards the wedding gown, often leaving marrying individuals overlooked when they are choosing something else for their attire. However, the significance of finding the perfect wedding ensemble extends beyond gender norms and expectations. It's a day where all marrying individuals deserve to feel confident and celebrated in their chosen attire.
So, whether you're donning a suit, tuxedo, or alternative attire, remember that your wedding day outfit is more than just fabric and threads—it's part of your love story and deserves every bit as much attention and consideration as any wedding dress.
Read about creating a unique experience in my blog article, Creating a Custom and Unique Wedding Experience.
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Adapted from The Wright House blog