Are you in search of black-tie groom style inspiration, that’s a little bit different? Well, look no further! We’re lucky enough to come across Pinterest-worthy grooms every day via our real weddings, and we thought it was about time to shine a light on the dapper gents who knocked it out of the park with their slick take on tuxedo style!
Whether you wish to change up the shade from classic black, switch up the fabric or completely break all the style rules – we hope these 14 real grooms who rocked an alternative tuxedo suit with a twist on thier big day, inspire you to choose your own personal style!
Alternative Tuxedo Suit Styles
1. Our groom David wore a custom-made green velvet tuxedo suit from Louis Copeland & Sons. See the full wedding here!
2. Groom Mike’s tuxedo suit oozes personality and alternative style. The mulberry suit paired with a black satin bow tie complemented his velvet black shoes and top hat in the most epic way! Check it out in full here!
3. David chose a rich burgundy velvet tuxedo jacket, paired with a matching velvet bow tie. See more here.
4. Groom Matt choose an all-black attire, with a textured velvet jacket, black bow tie and feather buttonhole held together by a spooky skeleton hand – and it works so well! Check out this Halloween wedding!
5. Chris and Lucas each rocked jewel toned velvet tuxedos which they paired with Shutiq smoking slippers. See their wedding day now!
6. Dapper groom Emmett wore a crisp white tuxedo suit jacket, for his take on white tie! Check out the style details here!
7. Alex embraced bold glamour with his monochrome print blazer which popped fabulously against the dreamy pastel palette of their castle wedding. See their magical day here!
8. One Fab Day groom Luke wanted to evoke the classic elegance of a tuxedo but in a way that spoke to his style. He wore a burgundy velvet tux and found the perfect pair of deep cherry red Dr. Martens to go with it. Check out their wedding here!
9. Our groom Ryan opted for a stylish tartan velvet tuxedo jacket, which was the main inspiration for the whole colour scheme and Irish castle wedding theme. Check the wedding out here!
10. Ally and Andrew’s navy and emerald velvet tuxedos created a moody feel that evoked the roaring 20s. The buttonholes featured peacock feathers and colourful wildflowers, which perfectly complemented the tux jackets, while the oversized bow ties gave their look a vintage feel. Click here for the full day!
11. Everything from Ross’s burgundy velvet jacket and bright bow tie, autumnal buttonhole and the bridesmaids rust coloured dresses to the copper and golden pumpkins scattered on every table, this was the perfect warm palette for this autumnal wedding! Check it out here!
12. Alex and Colin were dressed in contrasting shades and textures for their take on black-tie styling. This wedding was high on glamour down to their shoes. See their full celebration here!
13. A jewel-toned velvet tuxedo jacket is always a winner, and we love how Erik brought the colour through in his wedding party’s look, with his groomsmen in black tuxedos with complementary green bowties. See the full wedding here!
14. Michael’s rich blue tuxedo and navy tie was ideal for a summery take on black tie style fit for a castle wedding. Check it out here!
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