Westwood Hart's Quintessential Guide to Mastering Men's Wedding Attire
Engaging in the preparation of your wedding heralds an exhilarating, albeit occasionally taxing, period in your life. A multitude of elements demands your attention – from organising the guest list to selecting the caterers and arranging the floral decor. Fortuitously, your choice of suit need not induce any strain. With over a decade and a half of seasoned experience in crafting wedding suits for a diverse range of clients, Westwood Hart will equip you with our wealth of wisdom, guiding you to find the ideal wedding suit for your significant day.
Taking into account...
In the journey to curate your custom wedding suit, numerous considerations await. Three primary aspects we deem paramount in the composition of any suit include the Cloth, the Construction, and the Colour. We shall explore how these elements can be harmoniously integrated with your wedding's overarching themes, enabling you to look and feel at your very best on your special day.
Cloth
The choice of cloth relies on a variety of conditions. For example, the Climate: should your wedding take place in the height of summer or in a more tropical climate, you might prefer lighter, breathable cloths such as mohair, cool wools or linen. Conversely, for a winter wedding, heavier fabrics like traditional Yorkshire worsted wools and flannels could be more suitable. Additionally, you should reflect on your own preferences, for which we can present a vast array of over 1,000 different cloths. Experience the ones you find appealing and make your decision! Finally, remember the dictum of Location, Location, Location: different fabrics suit different settings, for instance, tweeds would complement a rural wedding while cottons might be best suited for a beach wedding.
Construction
Westwood Hart is proud to offer full-canvas hand custom tailored suits. Our suits are entirely hand-crafted, featuring a full, floating horsehair canvas for superior structure and shape. You'll also have the opportunity for a baste fitting, in accordance with the tailoring guidelines of the Savile Row Bespoke Association, which allows fine-tuning of the suit's fit and style. Get in touch for more details.
Colour
When deliberating over the colour of your suit, it is essential to consider the overall colour theme of your wedding. If you've chosen bright and bold hues such as pink or yellow, it's unlikely you'll want your suit cloth to match. Instead, consider bringing out your wedding colours through various customisation options such as distinctive lining, buttons and visible stitching, or even custom embroidery. With Westwood Hart, the possibilities are endless, allowing you to truly let your personality shine through on your special day.
Two Grooms?
Westwood Hart brings extensive experience in creating wedding suits for same-sex couples. We recognise the significance of designing an ensemble that is both harmonious and a reflection of your distinct styles. This can be achieved in myriad ways - matching suits, similar fabrics with subtle differences, or matching elements like waistcoats. Our expert tailoring consultants will guide and advise you on the optimal choices.
Three Reasons a Three-Piece is Best
- Adding a waistcoat introduces a formal touch to your ensemble. Even if you've decided against a morning suit, you'll still want to present a distinguished look on your big day. A waistcoat facilitates this while setting you apart from your guests.
- A waistcoat ensures you maintain a polished appearance, even when you take your jacket off. Delivering your speech in a full suit could prove uncomfortably warm, yet speaking in just your shirt might detract from the elegance of the occasion in photographs. The waistcoat presents the ideal solution for keeping cool while retaining a sharp look.
- Consider the versatility post-wedding. You're investing in a suit that you can repurpose for numerous future events. Worn with a tie, your three-piece wedding suit would be perfect for formal gatherings; remove the tie and the waistcoat, and you have a more casual ensemble for an evening out.
We thank you for investing the time to peruse Westwood Hart's Comprehensive Guide to Men's Wedding Suits. We trust that you've found it instructive in planning your own wedding suit. If you are contemplating having a custom-tailored wedding suit crafted for your special day, we would be honoured to assist. You can contact us for a complimentary, no-obligation consultation with one of our experts, where they can showcase our extensive range of cloths, construction methods, and styles. Westwood Hart, where exceptional quality meets simplicity and style.