What to Wear to a Wedding

It’s been a hot minute, but weddings are finally back and coming in full swing. With all the time spent in trackies, mixed with the excitement of things going relatively back to normal, it can lead you to think, “what the f do I wear to a wedding again?”  But fear not, because we got you covered, no matter the dress code.

The no-fail option to any black tie event: A classic black tuxedo number. Channel your inner James Bond and strike a 007 inspired look. Crowd fav is most certainly the Goodfella Suit, which has a skinny fit and the perfect amount of stretch in all the right places, so you know you will be able to get yourself around a dance floor. Pair it with a bow tie, although if a bow-tie isn't quite your thing, a black tie is where it's at. As for shoes, they should be dark and polished, worn with black dress socks.

To put it frank, Semi Formal means you aren’t rocking a tux, but instead you are pulling out your suit and tie. For cooler months we recommend a darker suit, whereas in the warmer seasons opting for more light greys and beige colours. Our current pick would be the Marina Stretch Suit that is guaranteed to turn heads and a bullet proof option for nailing a semi formal dress code. Pair it with your favourite pair of brown leather shoes to compliment the navy tones.

A cocktail dress code is your sign to have some fun with your suiting. Don’t be afraid to mix and match the pieces, experimenting with colours and fits. You can also ditch your tie if you want, and opt for a blazer and pocket square as a good alternative. The Charlie Textured Suit is fun and stylish as it is the perfect charcoal colour that will suit a mix of colours and patterns. Footwear should still be dressy leather shoes, stay away from sneakers! 

Summer loving fabrics like linen are a boss beach move as they are breathable but still have you looking stylish AF. Our Lino Linen Suit is one of our top picks. Pair with brown shoes, a navy pocket square and you are good to go boogie. Or if you are wanting something a bit more bold but still on the lightweight side, our Lukey Suit has you covered. Pair with a light coloured dress shirt and a brown pair of loafers to keep things cool. 

Just because you see the word “casual” on the invite does not give you an excuse to wear shorts and sneakers. A smart casual dress code is suited to a more relaxed and laid-back wedding vibe. Go for a collared shirt and a fitted pair of nice chinos to nail the casual and smart combo. Our Embrock Coord is a major favourite, as you can match your blazer with chinos, having you look extremely fashionable and photo ready.

No suit is complete without accessories. This is what transforms and elevates your entire look and brings it to the ultimate level of style. Essentially, accessories can really tie your look all together (no pun intended). Our top accessory style tips are:

• Match your leathers and your metals so nothing clashes.
• Show off your personality via your lapel pin and pocket square through the colour and/or pattern, as well as the style of the fold.
• When it comes to ties your opportunities are endless, from colour, fabric, width, the knot and shirt pairing. Adding the right tie is a great way to add some spice to your suiting look. However, stay clear of novelty prints or loud patterns.

So whatever the dress code is for your next wedding we hope this has given you the inspo you needed. Shop everything you need for your next wedding today at yd. both in store and online.