As the bride, you must have your wedding dress selected a minimum of six months in advance, as most gowns take at least that long to produce from the day you place your order. When it comes to your guy, though he may have a little more time on his hands to shop, it can still take a while to find just the right gear. The traditional tux looks fantastic (hello George Clooney!), but your groom may want a style option that allows him to express his fashion groove. Here we profile three hot men’s looks, complete with celebrity style references and suggestions for your guy to help him create his perfect wedding-day look.
1. The Brit Boy
Style icon: Young, hot Englishman Jim Sturgess, star of Across the Universe and 21, who was seen at the premiere of the latter film in a sexy, slim-fit black suit and black skinny tie.
Likes: Lambretta scooters, The Beatles, collecting vintage vinyl.
Style philosophy: Your man has an obsession with the cult flick Quadrophenia that showcases the true British mod style: sharp, fitted suits and super-cool haircuts.
His wedding look: A slim-fit black suit featuring cigarette pants, which taper slightly at the ankles. His jacket is a three-button number, with thin, split lapels (think The Beatles in the early ’60s). A high-collared white shirt is a must, and is always paired with a skinny tie (traditionally in black, but these days colour is hot). When deciding on English-inspired wear, consider the Brits’ fascination with tweed. A three-button herringbone suit paired with a crisp white shirt and a dramatic, coloured tie may be a slick option for an autumn or winter wedding. Pair with black pointy shoes and Union Jack cufflinks, and he’s picture-perfect.
2. The Modern Man
Style icon: David Beckham, who was most recently spotted at New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute gala wearing a sleek, silk-trimmed black tuxedo, white shirt and white pocket square.
Likes: Gadgets, sports, eating healthy and looking after his body.
Style philosophy: Minimalist chic, a mantra he follows for everything in life, from clothing and cars to furniture.
His wedding look: A classic tuxedo, that is updated and personalized with hip accessories, like a tie in a hot colour instead of a bow tie, with a matching handkerchief. Lace-up black shoes with a “squoval” (square/oval) toe look ultra-modern, the perfect complement to his tux. His finishing touch—a classic timepiece like the Cartier Roadster.
3. The Metrosexual
Style icon: Pharrell Williams, as seen at the Malawi and UNICEF benefit thrown by Madonna and Gucci, wearing a black velvet suit, black bow tie, waistcoat and indigo blue pocket square.
Likes: Checking out he latest hot spots (restaurants, hotels, clubs), grooming and reading the latest European men’s fashion magazines.
Style philosophy: He’s chic and extremely au courant. Looking like he just stepped out of GQ or Vogue Hommes is his thing.
His wedding look: A fitted black pinstripe suit with a one-button jacket, worn with a brightly coloured pocket square. He should opt for a colourful shirt—perhaps with stripes—and his tie should be equally as bold. Snakeskin loafers are the perfect finishing touch.
