The Groom’s Guide: How to Choose the Perfect Wedding Suit

In collaboration with Oscar Hunt Tailors

Your wedding day is one of those rare style moments where every detail feels deeply personal — and your suit should be no exception. It’s not just about colour or cut, but how it all comes together to reflect the setting, the season, and your own sense of style.

We recently caught up with Marcus from Oscar Hunt Tailors to chat all things made-to-measure and what grooms should consider when crafting a look that feels effortless, elevated, and entirely their own. From formality to fabric, here’s what to keep in mind.

What should every groom consider when choosing a suit for their wedding day?

The first thing to determine is the formality of your wedding, which will guide the overall look. Most weddings fall into one of three categories:

• Black Tie: The most formal option, often calling for tuxedos for the groom and groomsmen. Think patent leather shoes, satin lapels, and a sharp, classic finish.

• Formal: A step down from black tie, but still polished. A full suit is expected, though not necessarily a tuxedo.

• Casual: A relaxed setting might call for a more understated suit or even a tailored jacket and trousers—ties optional.

Formality is often influenced by your venue, styling, and what the couple is wearing, so align your outfit with the overall tone of the day.

Avoid fleeting trends in fit, colour, or pattern. You want to look back at your photos in 20 years and still feel proud of what you wore. Classic always outlasts trendy.

Ultimately, your suit should reflect the most elevated version of yourself. Whether that means a traditional tuxedo or no jacket at all, choose something that makes you—and your partner—feel your best. Build everything else from there.

What’s the made-to-measure process like at Oscar Hunt?

At Oscar Hunt, the experience is personal, relaxed, and intentionally designed to help you express your style through craftsmanship. Here’s what the four-step process looks like:

Consultation
A casual, no-pressure chat where you’ll meet your fitter, explore fabrics, and start shaping your suit. It’s all about getting to know you and what you want.

First Fitting
We take your measurements using a base garment to visualize proportions and fine-tune the fit. This step helps lock in design decisions with confidence.

Second Fitting
The moment you try on your suit for the first time. From here, we tweak small details to elevate the overall fit and finish.

Final Fitting
All alterations are complete, and you get a full styling run-through—from bow tie tutorials to shirt-tucking tips and suit care advice. If it’s perfect, it goes home with you.

The whole journey is an exploration of style, comfort, and creativity, often accompanied by a drink and a laugh in their beautiful showroom.

What are some common mistakes grooms make with their wedding attire?

Here are a few common pitfalls—and how to avoid them:

• Overlooking Black Tie rules. With tuxedos, precision matters. Stick to traditional elements like patent shoes, tuxedo shirts, and no belts. This maintains the elegance that black tie demands.

• Putting yourself last. Don’t just match the aesthetic—wear what makes you feel confident. Start with what you want to wear, then style around it.

• Blending in too much. It’s your day. Distinguish yourself from the groomsmen with subtle but intentional details—a unique lapel, fabric, or accessory.

• • Not packing a backup shirt. Trust us—wedding days are long, emotional, and occasionally messy. A fresh shirt post-ceremony can make all the difference.

How do you help grooms express their personality while still keeping it timeless?

This is where the process becomes collaborative.

We start by identifying the groom’s must-haves (e.g. colour, fabric, formality, or practical needs like vegan materials) and wants (e.g. vibe, personal style, creative flourishes). The must-haves shape the foundation, while the wants let us flex creativity and inject personality.

Oscar Hunt’s role is to curate your ideas into a timeless design. Their team doesn’t dictate what you should wear—they refine and elevate your vision so that it feels authentic, confident, and completely you.

What finishing touches do you recommend to elevate a groom’s look?

I like to break a groom’s wedding look into three categories:

• The Features: The standouts—like satin lapels or a bold tie. These elements draw the eye and define the look.

• The Base: The understated heroes—your shirt and shoes. They create a foundation for everything else. For most grooms, a crisp white shirt and a clean pair of black oxfords or patent shoes are perfect.

• The Finishing Touches: These tie it all together. Think: boutonnière, pocket square, cufflinks, or a meaningful watch. They don’t need to stand out—but they should feel right. If they make you feel good, they belong.

Final Word

Your wedding suit should feel considered, refined, and deeply personal. Whether you're after timeless elegance or a modern twist, a well-crafted suit—done right—will elevate your entire day. And with the right guidance from the experts at Oscar Hunt Tailors, it’s also a whole lot of fun.

Follow @oscarhunttailors on Instagram for more inspiration, behind-the-scenes, and real groom style moments.

Keep safe and be kind

Ruffles and Bells Team xx