Marking it in your diary, Saturday 27th May is set to be the most popular wedding date of 2023. Nicola Barker, Head Of Buying at Suit Direct, has shared insight into the biggest groomswear trends of 2023. Style experts at Suit Direct have also provided insight on matching your tailoring to your wedding theme.
Spring has set wedding bells chiming as it marks the start of the early wedding season, with many couples set to get married over the next couple of months. Despite the unpredictable weather, Spring is a perfect time to tie the knot, so for those prepping for a S/S 2023 wedding what are the tailoring trends we can expect to see?
Look no further, as Nicola Barker, Head Of Buying at Suit Direct, has revealed the biggest men’s suiting trends we can expect to see in the S/S 2023 wedding season.
Plus, Suit Direct have investigated the trends pulling in the biggest interest on TikTok over the past 120 days², as well as advice on what to wear according to your wedding theme.
- Linen suits are in for warmer weather
As warmer weather starts to creep in, grooms are looking for fabrics which are stylish yet practical. Suiting up in linen can be perfect for keeping your cool for a destination wedding, as the fibre’s natural breathability is great in warmer climates.
Mix in other 2023 trends and go for a double breasted or three-piece moment in lighter colours such as beige or cream. Pair with brown penny loafers for a relaxed yet elegant approach.
- Green is the new black
Green is symbolic of the new beginnings that come with married life. The green suit is formal without being boring and is even more wearable a few shades darker – respectable and regal, but daring. From sage green to darker tones there’s a whole spectrum of greens to try out. Pair with loafers or tan brogues for an attention-grabbing style.
Don’t want to commit to the full green ‘fit? Accessorise with a green tie or pocket handkerchief, or you could even go for a standalone green waistcoat.
- Double-breasted suits
Seen on celebrities such as Harry Styles and prompting a rise in interest following the release of The Crown season five, ³double-breasted suits have serious staying power. The ‘fit is set to be a favourite for 2023 grooms, whether a classic tailored style, or taking inspiration from the 80s with oversized lapels and strong shoulders.
Choose a double-breasted suit in a trending navy colourway for a look that’ll see you through spring and beyond, or turn heads in a pure wool double-breasted suit in a checked design. You can keep it pared back with little or no accessories, or elevate things with a formal tie, pocket square and a waistcoat.
- Three’s not a crowd – try a three-piece suit
More and more men are opting for classic silhouettes and waistcoats to complement their suiting. A staple on icons from King Charles to cultural influences such as Peaky Blinders, there is so much versatility within the three-piece suit.
For weddings, a three-piece suit keeps things smart and well-fitted, even when you ditch the suit jacket for the dancefloor. Unlike the trend for oversized tailoring elsewhere in suiting right now, three-piece suits work best in a slim, tailored fit.
- Cream and beige suits remain classic
If you’re not feeling the green trend, sticking with the classic spring palette of cream and beige suiting is a safer yet stylish option. Other lighter colour palettes to make an impression this wedding season are light greys and pale blues. Pair with a white dress shirt, or jump on the preppy trend with a knitted polo.
If you’re not feeling a full beige suit, try adding a cream waistcoat to the mix, or mix and match a pale blue jacket with cream suit trousers.
What to wear according to your wedding theme
Boho wedding? Keep it light and airy
Rather than overthinking the theme, just opt for a casual lounge suit; think tweeds in a trending colour such as beige or green. As a side note, don’t feel restricted by this season’s colours as with a boho wedding, anything goes! From fun braces to funky socks, paired with brogues or jodhpur boots.
Art Deco? Three is the magic number
With the recent release of movies like Babylon and Amsterdam, ‘old Hollywood’ glam is all the rage, think: roaring 2020’s! Keep it traditional with a three-piece suit and accessories in bold patterns like herringbone and tweed, with a 3 or 4 button closure, wide lapels, and flat front trousers. Grey, brown, and blue suits are ideal colours, and keep the focus on the accessories, from bow ties to trains.
Gothic theme? Keep it dark and romantic
Dark romanticism is all the rage when it comes to wedding trends this year, with gothic subculture having a big influence on high fashion runways and pop culture. A black suit goes without saying, with black tuxedos living up to the drama and elegance of the theme. Three-piece suits in an all-black colourway will keep your outfit moody but stylish.
Commenting on the 2023 trends, Nicola Barker, head of buying at Suit Direct, said: “As many grooms and wedding guests look to plan their tailoring for the Spring and Summer wedding seasons, we wanted to share our predictions for the biggest wedding trends of 2023. This season sees pop-cultural trends from 80s silhouettes to 20s opulence, with subtle modern influences to bring these trends bang up to date.”
