Mens Suit Hire
Here's our extensive guide to tailoring the groom's suit to your groom.
When choosing a wedding suit, body shape and type needs to be in the back of your mind. Certain fabrics and cuts just don’t go with certain frames. The good news is that with the right knowledge, mens suit hire can work with you rather than against you.
• For the vertically-challenged
If you’re a shorter man, consider vertical stripes. These are fantastic at lengthening the perception of your body, as the eye follows the stripes up and down. Any crazy or different patterns will only make people focus on your lack of height.
Avoid three-button suits, as they help accentuate a taller frame. One or two-button are ideal, as long as you’re aware that the lower the buttons, the more in-proportion you will appear.
• For the chunkier guy
Once again, vertical stripes add height and therefore take away the perception of width. This is the best pattern for a slimming effect.
Light fabrics such as worsted wool also reduce bulkiness – thicker, denser material will just add extra weight. Adding extra density onto your appearance is what you’re trying to avoid!
A three-button cut looks more proportioned on a taller gentleman
We all know dark colours are slimming, so keep this in mind – black or deep navy are the best choices. As your jacket and trousers are both the same colour, there’s no dividing line at your waistline, meaning a dark coloured suit will look even more flattering.
• For the tall, slim gentleman
As dark colours are slimming and vertical stripes add height, a man with a tall, thin frame should avoid these. A light-coloured suit will add density, as our eyes take in lighter objects more. Light grey is the best option for a wedding suit.
A three-button cut looks more proportioned on a taller gentleman, as long as the buttons are higher on the body.
Whereas a bulkier man should wear light fabrics, the more slender man should go for denser material such as a heavy wool, adding weight onto his frame.
Consider your own body shape and mix-and-match the advice above. Remember these are all general guidelines, as the advice of a professional tailor or menswear expert is recommended.
