{"id":1678,"date":"2018-09-27T21:36:20","date_gmt":"2018-09-27T21:36:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/completeweddinggrandrapids.com\/?p=1678"},"modified":"2024-07-01T15:20:18","modified_gmt":"2024-07-01T20:20:18","slug":"suit-or-tuxedo","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/completewedo.com\/grand-rapids\/blog\/suit-or-tuxedo\/","title":{"rendered":"Should the Groom Wear a Suit or Tuxedo?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How do you decide on the attire your groom should wear on the big day? Should the Groom Wear a Suit or Tuxedo? This is one decision that sets the standard for black-tie, white- tie, formal, or semi-formal affair. But what if you don\u2019t really have a preference? Well, we\u2019ve got you covered! We\u2019ve provided a simple guide on how to decide whether a suit or a tux is just right for your groom and your wedding.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>First, What\u2019s the Difference?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All suits and tuxedos are not created equal. The biggest difference? Satin. This is usually seen on the detailing of a tuxedo, decorating the buttons, lining the lapel, or commonly seen on the side-stripe down the pant leg. Suits are made using one type of fabric, which makes them slightly less formal. You will find when accessorizing a tuxedo, you\u2019ll include a waistcoat, cummerbund, and bow tie. That said, these accessories aren\u2019t needed for a tux.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Formality Check<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The most polished option, and if you\u2019re planning to have a black-tie wedding, a tuxedo is a must for your groom and the perfect way to set the tone for your formal event. If you set black-tie as your wedding dress code, you\u2019ll likely have a several guests arrive wearing tuxedos, so keep in mind, do you want anyone to look more formal than your groom?<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Time of Day<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Typically, it\u2019s customary that your groom would wear a tuxedo at evening events only. If you\u2019re planning to marry during the day we recommend that a suit would be a better option for your groom\u2019s attire.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>The Price Factor <\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The costs can be an important deciding factor, so we recommend being thoughtful when it comes to how much your wedding party will be spending to make it to your big day. Men are more likely to get additional use out of a suit than out of a tuxedo. That said, it is possible to rent a nice tuxedo and it\u2019s often a more affordable option than purchasing a new suit.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Express Yourself<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your personal preference is extremely important to your big day and is your groom\u2019s decision. If he\u2019s more excited to dress up in a tuxedo, let him have fun with it! If you find he really enjoys accessorizing, a suit might just be a good fit. Use the time and style of your wedding to guide you to the best decision.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Love our groom&#8217;s photos? Learn more about our <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/completewedo.com\/grand-rapids\/photography\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wedding photography here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How do you decide on the attire your groom should wear on the big day? Should the Groom Wear a Suit or Tuxedo? This is one decision that sets the standard for black-tie, white- tie, formal, or semi-formal affair. But what if you don\u2019t really have a preference? Well, we\u2019ve got you covered! 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