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How can the groom have his starring role while still creating a cohesive wedding party ?
Let the groom lead the pack by ensuring that the wedding party ’ s outfits adhere to a consistent theme but make it obvious the groom is the alpha . For example , for a classic black-tie ensemble , have all the gents in a black or navy suit and the groom in a tuxedo in the same shade and fabric — ditto for pale and off-white suits . For a more subtle approach ( or dramatic , depending on your inclinations ), dress the groomsmen and groom in different colours but ensure that the groomsmen are wearing a carnation that reflects the colours of the groom ’ s suit .
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Top tips for a summer / coastal wedding look ?
For beach weddings , this is where you can — and should — have some fun : sand or cream-coloured two and three-piece suits in linen or cotton paired with a floral shirt , or khaki suit and white open-collar shirt . Going shoeless is fine , maybe even welladvised , but if you ’ re wearing shoes on the beach , look for a pair of relaxed loafers or even espadrilles . No thongs , please . It ’ s your wedding day , after all .
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And how about a more formal affair …
A tuxedo or two-piece Merino wool suit with tie and pocket square ( threepieces work well too for the more classically inclined ). An excellent option is to ‘ break ’ the colours , wearing a white or cream linen or cotton single - or double-breasted jacket with navy or charcoal wool trousers , 1920s style .
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Any advice on how to rock a pale suit ?
Keep it classic . Keep it simple . Think about putting an outfit together , like writing a sentence . Too many exclamations and the impact is lost . Add minimal pattern ( whether that ’ s in your shirt , tie or pocket square ) and keep your footwear clean ( no Air Jordans but a plain white sneaker adds a modern touch ).
Many Queensland grooms hang up their jacket after ‘ I do ’. How do they stay looking the part ?
Look for a shirt that is a touch elevated without screaming for attention . For a white shirt , look for a subtle pattern ( either classic self or shadow stripe or jacquard floral design ) that upholds taste standards without making you look too dressed down when worn without your jacket . However , an easier way to maintain form and distinction is to opt for a waistcoat or suspenders , which help to punctuate an outfit when you leave your jacket behind .
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