A wedding remains a very special event and despite the popularity of bohemian weddings, many young people decide to have a formal ceremony ending with a classic and elegant reception. In this case, extravagant colours of suits as well as fabrics with a more rustic look, which we mentioned in the previous article, are less advised. The option would be to choose from an elegant three-piece suit in dark colours and a tuxedo.
When it comes to a tuxedo, you should not experiment with the fabric but choose high-quality wool, preferably with thin fibres so that the fabric is light and slightly shiny. This type of wool is offered by all weavers, such as “Tasmanian” by Loro Piana or “Millennial” by Dormeuil, just to name a few. In several collections, Dormeuil offers black and navy blue with a satin weave, which gives additional shine to the fabric and looks great on an elegant tuxedo. If classic black is too boring, you can select from navy blue, graphite, bottle green or burgundy. Each of these colours looks great in an elegant combination with satin, which will cover the lapels and pockets’ welts.
If the groom is looking for a slightly larger variety, jacquard fabrics are an interesting option. Originally, the jacquard material was made of natural fibres such as wool, cotton and silk. Nowadays, more and more artificial fibres are added to make the fabric more elastic and easier to drape as well as add some sparkling touch. The fabric is crease-resistant, so the garment always looks impeccable, thus ideal for stylish jackets and evening suits. Patterns that appear frequently are ornaments, floral and paisley. The fabric is extremely decorative, if you decide to use it when sewing a wedding attire, it is better to limit jacquard to a jacket and waistcoat, and the pants should be made of simple, preferably dark fabric. Holland & Sherry proposes a rich and interesting choice of jacquards in their “Masquerade” collection. Velvets, Dupioni silks, venetians and plain Lurex constitute this ceremonial collection focused on the classic colours of ivory, black, navy blue and maroon. It is a perfect choice for someone who wants to mark those special, extravagant and very memorable events in life.
Another type of tuxedo that is becoming more and more popular is the ivory tuxedo, traditionally worn in tropical climates. This outfit has been refreshed by leaving only the jacket in a classic ecru colour with cream satin on the pockets and lapels. To break the classic style of the entire outfit, the pants can be in a bolder colour such as aubergine, green, mahogany or terracotta. This is a very fashionable combination this season and is suitable for both a classic wedding and a more casual ceremony. The trousers can be made of gabardine, and you can find a beautiful range of colours in the “Gaberdines” collection by Holland & Sherry. Gabardine is resistant to creases and very durable, so it is recommended for people with larger silhouettes. When it comes to the jacket, you can choose a lighter and more delicate wool or wool with a touch of silk for a shinier effect.
The choice of a tuxedo is not obvious, and for the whole thing not to look too exaggerated, the suit should be perfectly tailored. Hence, it is worth choosing the made to measure option. We invite you to make an appointment in our boutique to discuss fabrics and available personalizations.