Despite the trend for less formal ceremonies, the traditional morning suit is still the most popular choice of men’s wedding outfit. Although traditional formal wear can be expensive if you shop around then there are still bargains to be had.
Buying on-line is usually less expensive and more convenient plus there is also the option of hiring your formal wear from a specialist retailer. This is often the most economical option, particularly if you are paying for the other members of the wedding party as well. Just bear in mind that most formal wear retailers are very busy through the summer months so it’s a good idea to plan well in advance.
The traditional morning suit (called so because weddings used to be held in the morning) is a formal jacket with long tails in black, navy, grey or brown, teamed with pin striped trousers in the same or complimentary colours. A traditional cravat can look most effective, although some men will prefer a traditional formal tie to complete the look.
Men’s Formal Wedding Wear from M & S
The wedding collection from M&S includes a selection of smart formal wear fro men, from traditional wedding suits, dinner jackets and tuxedos to modern and traditional men’s suits, waistcoats, formal shirts, ties and cravats.
This classic men’s wedding outfit comprises a Pure wool Autograph single breasted morning jacket, twin pleat morning trousers, wool dove waistcoat and cravat. The waistcoat and cravat is from the Autograph Occasions range.
MyTuxedo Men’s Formal Wedding Wear
MyTuxedo specialise in supplying men’s quality evening wear and formal wear from dinner jackets to morning suits. They also offer a full range of men’s formal shirts, ties, cufflinks, waistcoats and cummerbunds so the groom can get fully kitted-out all in one go.
This classic morning suit ensemble comprises -
- Grey Herringbone Morning Tailcoat and Trousers – £199.99
- 5 Button Traditional Morning Suit Waistcoat – £44.99
- Pink Dupion Cravat – £7.99
Clermont Direct Formal Wedding Hire
Clermont Direct are one of the UK’s leading on-line retailers specialising in the sale and hire of men’s formal wear. Because they don’t have any High Street stores to maintain, Clermont offer much better value for money than can be found elsewhere.
This classic morning suit comprises -