Planning your wedding suit consultation? Here’s why a quick pre-wedding chat with your partner could save you stress, style mishaps and last-minute rows.
We’ve seen it more times than we can count: a groom walks into this wedding suit consultation full of ideas, optimism and a fiery belief that now is the time to switch up his style and ruffle a few feathers… And no clue what his partner’s been dreaming of. Cue last-minute panic, pivoting and a slightly sweaty WhatsApp exchange in the fitting room.
Of course, you want your wedding suit to reflect your personality. However, you also want it to blend seamlessly with your big day. And let’s face it – you want your other half to like it too, don’t you?
That’s why the pre-wedding chats matter. It’s all about making sure you’re both on the same page, and that the wedding vision you’ve both been daydreaming about is a shared one. Because believe us when we say that the last thing you want on your wedding day is to turn around and catch the look of pure horror on your partner’s face as they clock your suit for the first time.
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When grooms skip the chat (and why wedding suit consultations can go sideways).
We don’t want to be a total cliche, but often there’s a ‘more involved’ partner in the wedding planning process. Essentially, one of you is going to have a far clearer aesthetic vision. And if you’re coming in solo to the wedding suit consultation (or with someone other than your fiance), you may not be aware of all of those key details that they have laboured over for months… and months… and months.
For example, do you know how formal the day is going to be? Or your colour palette? Any themes or locations? Whether you’re supposed to match or contrast with the bridal party?
These may feel inconsequential, but they all have a massive impact on the type of wedding suit that you’re going to buy or hire. It’s also where groom suit advice comes in handy. While you may not know what suits are going to look best alongside the bridesmaids, we do. We can also tell you what fabrics are going to work for the time of year that your wedding is planned, what colours create magic when paired and accessories that will add a touch of ‘je nais se quoi’ to your nuptials.
BUT… We can only tell you if you have all of that important information in the first place. And, in doing so, we can save you a hell of a lot of stress. We’ve seen guys change their entire look after one phone call. Prioritise the pre-wedding chat and we can get it right the first time.
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Pre-wedding planning tips for grooms: the checklist.
So, you know the pre-wedding chat matters, but you aren’t 100% sure what to actually ask before your wedding suit consultation. No drama – here’s a handy checklist.
📝 “Are we going for black tie, rustic chic or something in between?”
📝 “Do you want us to match or complement each other?”
📝 “Is there a theme or colour scheme I should know about?”
📝 “Are any colours or styles that are going to leave you saying I don’t”?
📝 “What’s the general vibe of the day – laid-back or luxe?”
📝 “Are we indoors, outdoors, or somewhere that might involve both grass and cocktails?”
📝 “Do you have any outfit ideas already (or Pinterest boards I should definitely see)?”
📝 “Are there any family traditions or cultural elements I should be reflecting in my outfit?”
📝 “Are the wedding photos going to be formal, playful, or full-on Vogue editorial?”
📝 “Is anyone else in the wedding party wearing something I should coordinate with or avoid clashing with?”
📝 “Do you have a strong opinion on waistcoats, velvet jackets, or anything too ‘Peaky Blinders’?”
This one conversation will save you so much time, stress and second-guessing. And trust us when we say your tailor will thank you for it!
When you can’t bring your partner to the wedding suit consultation.
We want to remind you that solo visits are common and totally fine. It may be dead important to you that you keep things separate – and that’s okay!
There could be so many reasons that you opt to visit your wedding suit provider on your own. Some easy ways to ensure you come in prepared are bringing notes, inspiration or even photos of the venue, the bride’s dress (or the other groom’s suit) and maybe even that nifty Pinterest board we mentioned. We’ve even had a few video calls from brides in the past to nab their vision before working through everything with the groom.
You could even bring along someone whose opinion you trust, but who won’t force it upon you – this is something we see pretty often. If not, Hunter & Grey’s are pros at groom suit advice and guiding solo decision-making with style and sensitivity.
Why your wedding suit should reflect both of you.
We may be just a teeny tiny bit biased, but your wedding suit is a crucial part of your big day. It isn’t just about clothes – it’s about commitment, unity and storytelling. You therefore want to make sure that it reflects the pair of you in the best possible way.
Just because you’re consulting your other half, it doesn’t mean that your groomswear won’t still be you. Ultimately, it’s just going to be more aligned with the big picture.
There are so many truly special ways to add a little touch here and there to highlight your shared stories or partner preferences. From linings, to embroidery, colours and accessories; they all have an important and influential role to play.
Because it isn’t about losing your personality – it’s about wearing it with purpose.
Ready to get started? Book a free consultation and discover what makes Hunter & Grey’s wedding suits the best on the South Coast. We’ll handle the measuring tape. You bring the vision (and, ideally, a few answers…).
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