Alright, let’s talk about what the man of the hour’s gonna wear to one of them laid-back weddings. You know, the kind where you ain’t gotta squeeze into no stuffy suit. We call it “casual,” but that don’t mean sloppy, ya hear?
First off, think about the weather. If it’s gonna be hot as blazes, like in the middle of summer, you don’t want the poor fella sweatin’ like a hog. Linen is your friend here. Yeah, that light, breezy stuff. A nice linen shirt, maybe even a linen suit jacket if he wants to look a bit fancy. Colors? Keep it light. Think whites, creams, light blues… You know, colors that don’t make you feel like you’re standin’ in the sun all day.
Now, if it ain’t too hot, maybe it’s in the spring or fall, then you got more choices. You can still do linen, but you can also think about chambray or seersucker. Seersucker’s got them little bumps in it, kinda like… well, I don’t know what it’s like, but it’s comfy and looks nice. And chambray, that’s like a softer denim. Not jeans, mind you, but a nice shirt or even a casual jacket.
Pants? Well, you don’t gotta wear them shiny suit pants. Chinos are good. They’re comfy and they come in all sorts of colors. Khaki, gray, navy… even some brighter colors if the groom’s feelin’ bold. Just make sure they fit good. Not too tight, not too loose. You don’t want him lookin’ like he borrowed his grandpa’s pants.
- Shirts:
- Linen shirts (light colors)
- Chambray shirts
- Casual button-downs (patterns are okay, but nothin’ too crazy)
- Pants:
- Chinos (khaki, gray, navy, or even a bit of color)
- Lightweight dress pants (if it’s a little fancier)
- Jackets (optional):
- Linen suit jacket (unstructured is good)
- Chambray jacket
- Blazer (navy or gray are always safe bets)
Shoes? Leave them shiny dress shoes at home. Loafers are good, or even some nice clean sneakers if it’s real casual. Just make sure they’re not all beat up and dirty. And for goodness sake, make sure they match the pants! Don’t go wearin’ brown shoes with black pants, or vice versa.
And listen, just because it’s casual don’t mean it can’t be stylish. You can add a little somethin’ somethin’ to make it look nice. Maybe a colorful pocket square, or a nice belt. A watch is always a good idea too. But don’t go overboard. You don’t want the groom lookin’ like he’s tryin’ too hard.
Now, let’s talk colors. Like I said, light colors are good for summer. But you can add a little pop of color if you want. A light blue shirt with khaki pants, maybe a pink pocket square. Or a chambray shirt with gray pants and a navy blazer. You get the idea. And if the groom is feeling really bold, he could even wear a suit in a bolder color, like burgundy or green. But that’s only if he’s a confident fella and the wedding ain’t too stuffy.
Most important thing? The groom should feel comfortable and confident. He shouldn’t feel like he’s wearin’ a costume. He should feel like himself, just a slightly dressed-up version. If he’s comfortable, he’ll look good, no matter what he’s wearin’. And that’s what really matters, ain’t it?
So, there you have it. Some ideas for what the groom can wear to a casual wedding. Just remember, keep it comfortable, keep it stylish, and keep it him. And for goodness sake, make sure he irons his clothes! Nobody wants to see a wrinkled groom.
Tags: [Casual Wedding, Groom Outfit, Wedding Attire, Mens Fashion, Casual Style, Linen, Chambray, Chinos, Summer Wedding, Outdoor Wedding]
