Often we find grooms entangled with their limited options as to which tuxedos to choose for their wedding festivities. While in an Indian wedding, the groom can easily choose from the elegant kurta and sherwani items, there is often much turmoil as to which style to resort for the reception. To go for a coloured one or a highly stylised one. What shall you choose? Fret not! Wedding Affair is here to help all the grooms. We summarise a simple guide for the types of tuxedos a man (or a woman!) can choose from. Take a look at our list.
The Double Breasted Tuxedo
Channel Gatsby-era elegance with this throwback to a time when black-tie was more of a rule and less of an exception. The look may be vintage-inspired, but the fit is most certainly for the man of today. The key to pulling off a double-breasted tuxedo, like this one from J. Crew, is to keep the shoulders soft and the jacket short. Keep the pants trim with little to no break (if you dare) and you’ll look debonair on your big day. (Source: The Plunge)
Dinner Jackets
The White Dinner Jacket typically has no satin but it is a unique look for any formal themed parties or weddings. This look was made popular by James Bond and also The Great Gatsby. We have seen this trend on almost every red carpet or grooms arrival! The dinner jacket is typically paired with black pants and a black bow tie. (Source: Friartux)
The Shawl Lapel
One unique feature of the shawl lapel is the continuous round edge that is joined at the back of the neck in a seam. The material is a continuous piece that tapers off as they go from the collar to the buttonhole. Evolving from the early long, loose Victorian smoking jackets that served to protect the wearer from smoke and ash during smoking, the shawl lapels are perfect for evening grooms wear. (Source: Hockerty)
Peaked Lapel Collar
The gold standard in formal grooms wear, a black tuxedo with peak lapels is as classic as they come. Your black-tie presentation doesn’t get any more traditionally stylish than a sharply tailored, jet black tuxedo. The explanation comes from Black Lapel. They’re great for weddings but don’t keep this one locked away as solely a wedding tux. It’s great for holiday parties, New Year’s Eve gatherings and any other time you want to make an occasion truly special.
Framed Lapel
If you’re looking for a tuxedo for grooms with more of an edgy look, the narrow satin trim in a contrasting colour is a perfect choice. Or if you want to wear a tuxedo with only a little satin, a framed lapel in the same colour as the coat will act like a good one for you. Plus, the colours add a touch of edginess to your look. Also, you can assure yourself from the monotony of the regular tuxedo looks. So go get the framed lapel in colours for a cool groom look.
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