The Official "I Am Going To A Wedding" Thread

[Nath6644]

Gutted, went to get the burgundy jacket today and not one single Next in the country has it in a 46R, so I phoned them up and they said they won't be getting any more into stock either...

They do the same jacket in blue, what colour chinos would go with it? along with a pair of brown brogues?

With blue, stone/beige chinos are always a winner. I personally love my white chinos with a navy blazer, especially sockless for a casual italian vibe.

[Beardogg]

What about a velvet burgundy jacket? could that work or not?

[_Ben_]

Gutted, went to get the burgundy jacket today and not one single Next in the country has it in a 46R, so I phoned them up and they said they won't be getting any more into stock either...

They do the same jacket in blue, what colour chinos would go with it? along with a pair of brown brogues?

Personally I think a white/off-white-stone pair of chinos would work brilliantly with blue. Pastel shades, or vibrant maroons/burgundies would also work well, but I think it's hard to beat a white-chino/blue-blazer combination this summer.

[Nath6644]

What about a velvet burgundy jacket? could that work or not?

I'm not a massive fan of velvet personally, except maybe in the evening. Even then, it seems to have a more autumn/winter vibe to me.

Then again, we're in June and I've worn both tweed and corduroy in the last two weeks!

[Beardogg]

popped onto the next website yesterday and by chance they were showing the burgundy jacket in my size in stock So I immediately ordered it... I'm looking for some grey trousers to go with this... would they need to be chinos? or would smart grey trousers look fine with it? As in I don't want it to look like a mismatched suit.

[_Ben_]

I think trousers look better, perhaps similar to these? (I think a darker pair would look better)
http://www.asos.com/Asos/Film-By-Samuel-Membery-For-Asos-Flat-Front-Trousers/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=2270474&SearchRedirect=true&Se archQuery=film%20trousers

[Pin Money]

I love those trousers, really can't buy anything right now though

[Unkle]

I've noticed a lot of chat goes around on here with regards to wedding attire. It occurred to me that if it was all in one place, eventually it could become a great reference tool for those attending such events, and could provide valuable inspiration for those difficult times when bells are ringing but you have nothing to wear.

So, I'm off to a wedding reception this weekend. It's a friend and work colleague, young cool people so not overly stuffy. Still, I have assembled an outfit and feel like a second, third, fourth opinion would be useful. Here it is:



Holland Esq Jacket
Reiss Pocket Square
Primark Tie
Topman Shirt
D&G Trousers
Botticelli loafers

What do you guys think? Is the jacket ok with the trousers, or is there not enough contrast?

Thanks in advance, FaBe man dem

Theres a few things that i don't think work so well about that outfit.

The trews don't look so fitted through the thigh which spoils the sleek look of a suit, also think they might be better in a darker black
the collar on the shirt looks too small and looks a wee bit tight on the neck

I think you have a build like me where your legs are short compared to the length of your torso so a more slender trouser worn a bit higher on the waist would have an elongating effect.

2pence

[Pin Money]

Theres a few things that i don't think work so well about that outfit.

The trews don't look so fitted through the thigh which spoils the sleek look of a suit, also think they might be better in a darker black
the collar on the shirt looks too small and looks a wee bit tight on the neck

I think you have a build like me where your legs are short compared to the length of your torso so a more slender trouser worn a bit higher on the waist would have an elongating effect.

2pence

A little late now, but the trouser fit was my concern with the outfit. The slim collar on the shirt was intentional to go with the skinny tie. I hadn't really straightened it or ironed and starched the collar when I took this pic- that was done on the day.

They are slightly drop-crotch trousers, so not ideal for wearing with a smart outfit, but were a preferred option to chinos for this particular event. The trousers are more casual / smart-casual, but did the job, as I received numerous complements from people and was told I looked very dapper. I did wear the trousers higher on the day than in the pic though.

If anything I would have liked a lighter trouser, something like the ones posted above.

I always wear my trousers quite low; it's just part of my personal style, which is rooted in hip-hop / skater days of my youth.

Thanks for the (belated) input though

[Unkle]

Here's one of my recent attempts at a summery suit