What to Wear to a Wedding As A Guest - DO's & DON'Ts for Proper Attire + Outfit Suggestions For Men

[@noahrodriguez293]

I'm not sure it was possible to outshine my brother-in-law. He wore a scarlet shirt and ivory cowboy hat. Can't get more shiny than that.

[@windowsmizu416]

Un Kurwa dans America I saw someone wearing that at a wedding, in fact I got a picture of it! elvenesse.net/blog/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/GandalfWhite.jpg

[@Dafoodmaster]

what a chad

[@GigaNigga140]

I think he is jbl

[@metalman7825]

My girlfriend’s sister is getting married in November and I jokingly told my gf I would wear a Kilkenny style dress kilt, she told her sister who was 100% on board and wanted me to wear it, however I brought up the rule about not out dressing the bride(or groom for that matter) and told her it would be better if I didn’t so long as no one else would be wearing any traditional wedding attire from their home country(my gf’s family is Polish) but there’s always my wedding to break out the traditional attire.

[@GenX6887]

It's kinda hard to avoid looking like the wedding party when you don't know what colors they will be even wearing in the first place.

[@gilbertjralv]

just ask them idk?

[@WorldWondersUS]

White tie is considered the appropriate dresscode and its kind of what people expect in our social circle. And in Sweden (where I live) the royal family and people like that always wear white tie or alternatively a morning dress for weddings during the day. Same goes for big events like the Nobel prize ceremony.

[@joeyhardin5903]

I've been in the situation before where I was a guest at a wedding but mistaken for one of the wedding party. It can feel embarrassing, or like you're being disrespectful, so it's a good idea to communicate with any members of the wedding party first. Ask to see what they're wearing, so you can make sure to steer clear of that. Even if you're not necessarily outdressing them, it can happen that they have a sort of uniform that you unknowingly adhere to. Always good to stay informed!

[@popeyethepirate5473]

I have a wedding next weekend... I assume I'll out dress them without trying.

[@lenocman2]

How were you received at the wedding in the end?

[@popeyethepirate5473]

@@lenocman2 it was fine, no one cared. I did teach a girl how to swing dance and we stole the show.

[@rishabhsingh6359]

@@popeyethepirate5473 how you feel recieving replies on 3 years old comment 😆

[@lenocman2]

@@rishabhsingh6359 Well there's no expiry date is there? I asked out of pure curiosity. I was hoping his effort to dress well had paid off. I'm glad it did

[@lenocman2]

@@popeyethepirate5473 Great. Glad it went well. I bet you've developed your style even more since that day.

[@dnlprls]

I went to a wedding wearing a LIght blue Chambray sports coat, pink shirt, and black slacks, and i killed it. Wear whatever you want and be happy.

[@KhoiBoa]

You can be happy. But you wasn’t killing it.

[@carltrotter7622]

Just don't outdo them, it's their day to shine.

[@ILLWill1027]

@@KhoiBoa 🤣🤣

[@kay22100]

@@KhoiBoa 😂😂😂

[@cookinwitp0ppin331]

@@KhoiBoadefinitely wasn’t killing it

[@porkchoppersgift5046]

Look, bro, i work for a local suit business and we constantly have wedding parties that do rentals and they all wear the same suit and stuff, and I'll tell you right now that 99% of the dudes that come in want some crazy colors for their outfits. Just my take on it lol. For my wedding I'm definitely going to make sure that the wedding party has a nice and new suit in their wardrobe that they can use for any other sort of occasion. I was thinking dark charcoal 🤔

[@shanecoony]

I wish I had known about your advise years ago when I had several weddings to attend but better now than never 😃I have learned allot since watching your shows to say the least

[@Jbaaaaak]

Always curious as to what your opinions are on designer brands such as Prada, Saint Laurent, Gucci, etc. Any input?

[@blackperproductions8424]

White tie weddings still happen, one where everyone wears white tie. it's rare but not impossible to find.

[@Tracks777]

Fantastic video! Keep it up!

[@ephraimauldstock7962]

If my schlubby cousin invites me to his wedding, that’s his own folly. It’s morning coat time!

[@Anthonyhowardmc]

Your what? 😂

[@aaronjames4444]

Great video covered everything. Thanks for mentioning garden weddings especially.

[@andreasjohansson4050]

Thank you very much for this video Raphael! I found the information to be very useful as I'm going to attend to a wedding this weekend. I'm nineteen years old and have recently started to use neckties and pocket squares and I'm a bit lost when it comes to choose my accessories. Which tie and pocket square combination would you choose to a navy suit if you would be a guest at a wedding and would pink and beige colours be over the top? Best regards! Andreas

[@Tanglangfa]

It’s 110 F in Texas. Wedding is at 3ish. 😭

[@JFomo]

I guess its a no to the 3 piece navy blue suit. I've never seen chinos at a wedding. Can you provide examples?

[@OneManInHiswaistCoat]

af1rs2jl chinos, a navy blazer, a white and blue striped shirt, a club tie, smart, comfortable and classy.

[@jkkfmma4607]

Great! I am attending a wedding and i needed this, thank you.

[@frankcastle3827]

The all black look is mostly my style, it never fails...

[@Metternich_Enjoyer]

For a wedding?

[@frankcastle3827]

@@Metternich_Enjoyer wedding, funeral, ECT.. I don't do colors or stripes that's why

[@quentin_1893]

I thought about it but I feel like it would give off funeral vibes. I’m thinking black dress shoes, slacks and then a white dress shirt, no tie?

[@frankcastle3827]

@@quentin_1893 that's not bad either, a tie can be optional, heck you can use a burgundy red, navy blue etc..

[@quentin_1893]

@@frankcastle3827 sweet I’ll check it out. Thanks

[@chadalfonso646]

I actually seen a video of men wearing red suits in a wedding

[@massimodigiampaolo1320]

Sehr gutes Video

[@gentlemansgazette]

Danke

[@RauMichael]

ayush mohata you are almost correct, „sehr“ means „very“, not Sir, and the language is German

[@juliuscaesar5005]

Are black suits really that bad. I am starting to get the feeling they aren't so bad, and they are just a pet peeve for Sven.

[@alessandropangia697]

They are appropriate for when you die.

[@KhoiBoa]

He wearing black suit in video. Nothing wrong.

[@DavidBrainiac]

I once wore a custom tailored 3 piece suit to the wedding of my cousin. It was dark blue with dark red pin stripes. I combined it with one of those synthetic boutonnieres Conor McGregor wears most of the time. The boutonniere was also dark red and my pocket square was red with dots. My necktie was dark red and my shirt white. I wore black monks straps with two straps (I know they are more informal but I fucking love them). My relatives are not dapper at all and they looked at me like: Holy shit. Especially the girl friends of my cousin that didn‘t know me, stared at me all the time. Do you guys think it was too much? A lot of the guest made me a compliment... I don‘t know how I should feel about my outfit. I was drawing a lot of attention haha.

[@mr.meticulouslohese7584]

Be you. Yolo.

[@sayoshinakamario]

Proper social etiquette is to not over shadow the groom/bride. If you wore that you might have gotten a lot of attention but most likely left a bad impression on the groom/bride.

[@harrymackenzie5403]

Great video. May I ask if it's ok to wear a three piece suit with the jacket unbuttoned? Mine doesn't quite fit around my mid section. The next size up is too big on the shoulders. Many thanks.

[@ihatefosters]

harry mackenzie Generally speaking if you're sat down or wearing a waistcoat/vest, that's when the jacket is allowed to be unfastened. Fastening the jacket as a 3 piece is to keep yourself warm and together in a windy/rainy situation. The vest adds more visual bulk than a 2 piece. Long as your jacket is fine in the shoulders and not too tight in the chest, you'll look good unfastened!

[@harrymackenzie5403]

Thanks a lot for your advice. Afraid it pinches too much to be fastened without it being obvious it's not a great fit. Shame as its perfect fit at the cuffs and shoulders. I'd be standing a lot at the wedding, but I thought with the waistcoat it would still look smart unfastened? Thanks.

[@ihatefosters]

Sorry it's hard to discuss this over text! With the waistcoat you'll look suitable with an unfastened jacket. I was trying to explain UNLESS there's a waistcoat or you're sat down, button up!

[@ihatefosters]

So 2 piece and standing: button up. 3 piece and standing, you don't need to!

[@harrymackenzie5403]

Many thanks for your help. That's exactly what I needed to know.. Appreciated :)

[@idayz.ionetherlands2032]

Im attending a wedding next week, with a bunch of my mates, cause the girl in our group is tieying the knot. All the invitation said: 'no dark clothing, cause your not attending a funeral!' So went with beige pants, blue dress shirt, black tidy shoes with darker blue stitch lining. (Only have 1 pair) Opted out of a suit jacket cause i tend to get warm really quickly of the venue is slightly smaller and hot due to amount of people 2 others are basically the same clothes, 1 mate has different pants pattern but same shirt. Thoughts?

[@jgcode7]

Sven, question/opinion. I have a wedding coming up. It's a daytime wedding "formal" but on the coast. I plan on wearing a navy suit. I would like to wear brown shoes but because I see this look so often Im afraid someone else will have this blue suit combo. Should I just go with black shoes or take a chance?

[@d3ny54]

What tie knot did you do in the video? I like it.

[@SirHenryMaximo]

I was at a wedding last Saturday. I wore my three piece two buttons charcoal suit, white shirt and a silver necktie, with a trinity knot. Also had a black Homburg hat for outdoor use. Confess I was looking for this video for guidance, but it wasn't available yet, and took a risk with the trinity knot, but it was a nice situation, the groom was even nicer than me, and I just enjoyed it.

[@mandeepbaweja3021]

Trinity knot.....bro to be honest just avoid those kind of flashy knots...real gentlemen dont wear that kind of knots on formal events.....better try half windsor or 4 in hand that would make your outfit dapper

[@SirHenryMaximo]

Good advice! I'll stick to my windsor. I'm more used to it, and was worried about the flashiness of that trinity anyway. It was my first try, and it did not beat the classics. Thanks, bro!

[@bennuask2611]

Henrique true

[@manuelapmunoz5872]

This is true has my wedding ring one for a reason.

[@BostonRoger]

I was invited to a “beach formal”...in laguna beach California in July. Rocking a suit but I might pass out from the heat.

[@rebecacastaneda8677]

Wear a Irish Linen suit

[@SirRivers]

awesome video. thank you

[@PayneMaximus]

Raphael, how about wearing light colored shirts, like a light pink, instead of white?

[@ewliang]

Any thoughts on wearing an overcoat or trench coat without a suit to a wedding as a wedding guest?

[@hippity]

I guess he had none

[@hippity]

He liked another comment from 2 years ago so my take is that he doesn’t like you for some reason? Idk bro, I’m just the detective here

[@hippity]

But now that I read your comment, my thoughts are it depends on how casual the wedding will be Mr. Liang.

[@hippity]

-_-

[@avpimdb]

Like before watching ;)

[@colvinang2684]

Why is the background moving...?

[@Jamessss1010]

Colvin Ang Lol

[@ihurricane7]

Now I can't unsee it

[@colvinang2684]

@@ihurricane7 sorry I do this for a living XD

[@arisg4611]

This photo of you with the gray suit and the purple bow tie... is it taken in France?

[@Roosyer]

no

[@bobbydigital4961]

All I wanted to know if you can wear jeans with a suit jacket. Still not sure...

[@andreapatane4204]

It’s not easy for all gentlemen to follow some do’s and don’ts about wearing the appropriate 💒 outfit. My dad has plenty of formal outfits made for dudes who may or may not be his own age at all. I remembered seeing him wear a 👗 shirt, black ties, black cummerbunds, etc. He looked so handsome that plenty of ladies at a 💒 would swoon over him. 😂 👍🏻 if you agree.

[@Minatohittokiri]

In reference to monochromatic outfits, do you mean it as a no for weddings or in general?

[@rebecacastaneda8677]

I believe for wedding. Monochromatic Black outfit is only for a funeral.

[@abhideepsingh4484]

Thank you. You made my life easier

[@Rescue162]

Thanks. Would like to have seen more examples of "garden formal".

[@Matthewwpace]

Sven, I love your rounded collar and would love to know where I could find one? I find it a bit hard to find a good variety of dress shirts, especially those with french cuffs

[@carltrotter7622]

Charles Tyrwhitt.

[@jameswesthoff6181]

I’m going to a wedding in September. Haven’t seen the groom in over two wears because I live in Japan currently. Idk what to wear because I have no details. I found a suit but I’m cautious about wearing it but don’t want to look like a bum

[@shawnofdanaukota3843]

What if I were to dress up like the Peaky Blinders would it considered as a dress code?

[@BBoYSHaDoE]

Is it okay to wear a 2-piece suit with peak lapels as a wedding guest?

[@eliasingemundsen1304]

Is it acceptable to wear a morning suit like Prince Charles’s grey one when you’re a wedding guest?

[@MrDammed1]

sven, i was invited to a wedding and if i decide to wear a necktie, would a tiebar be okay? its a not so formal wedding and after asking what the dress code will be i was told to wear "what im comfortable with"

[@vicm2925]

how dare you tell me not to wear all black !!

[@westfield90]

I’m attending a wedding with a navy blue suit with white shirt. Not sure what tie color to wear? Blue tie seems boring. But maybe silver or pink or light silver blue?

[@richardcharles9354]

I love this!

[@sayoshinakamario]

Can’t go wrong with business casual

[@antonparis7939]

I hope you can get back to me, but I am going to a wedding in a month, I have a navy blue jacket, two buttons, however, has elbow patches. The other is black, 3 button suit, but I am 5'10 and afraid I won't look as good. I want to get shoes and pants to go with either so whichever is more appropriate, I'd be getting either blue pants and brown shoes or black pants and black shoes

[@charliemoorejr.]

Anton Paris what did u end up wearing?

[@vyonapierre2540]

Anything about wearing sunglasses/shades? I’m a little curious.

[@CAIROMINERALS1SILICA]

Good day,what is best suit color and style for attending wedding party inside hotel next Friday,wedding party will have a group Of too vip

[@Markry-if9ex]

In Serbia at weddings all the guests will just be in dress shirts and black pants 😂

[@bilalbinakbar1155]

Great video . Can I wear charcoal grey plaid suit at evening winter wedding ? ( I will ask this question daily or twice or thrice until you reply )

[@Mendicant.Bias98]

I’m attending a wedding as a guest what do you guys think of this outfit. black blazer, navy blue tie or navy blue bow tie, navy blue slacks and suede Chelsea boots?

[@Mendicant.Bias98]

Also a formal navy blue handkerchief for the blazer pocket

[@dragon1976pz]

Whats your opinion about light grey suit with yellow tie?

[@steveharris4343]

I want to wear a light grey 3 piece suit but the Groom is wearing a light grey suit,I'm a close friend but I'm not part of the wedding,is this ok?

[@-Galenas]

Hello Sven, I am going to a wedding this weekend as a guest. My girlfriend is wearing a red dress and I want to mirror the colour somewhere in my outfit. Do you think it's justifiable to wear a red poppy boutonniere (the poppy in Germany doesn't stand for remembrance day or something similar as far as I know) and a white pocket square with a red edge? Best regards Mäxx

[@vyonapierre2540]

Ik im late but, just make sure it’s not such a bright red.

[@JonathanRodriguez-nz9nw]

Need help from anyone? The beige corduroy suit from the latest James Bond film, would it be a good summer wedding suit? Or too casual?

[@glypharte375]

What if the wedding is for both night and day ?

[@christiankalala840]

Rule number 1 is kinda hard for me🙆🏾‍♂️

[@ThatGuyAlon]

Going to a wedding in 2 weeks and have no clue what to wear lol

[@billnye5600]

Having some trouble been invited to a formal but not black tie wedding in the fall and the wedding party is wearing gray. What should I do. Should I go navy then?

[@charliemoorejr.]

Bill Nye yeah wear navy suit

[@nyaw1215]

Mines just a blue dress and some pearls

[@smokee22334]

are floral small print shirts acceptable?

[@MatthewJBD]

If you can't wear a top hat at a wedding, when can you? 😅

[@CrustyJoeMC]

Matthew Deverill You can wear it if you’re the groom.

[@ting4392]

I got ideas from the pics you shown not to follow ... Thank you

[@cannotbeshaken7889]

You can wear a tuxedo to a wedding? As a guest? I've never seen this before.

[@jeremiahbachmann3901]

Do you really need to tell guys to not wear a top hat? Seriously, how many people would put a top hat in the choices of things to wear to a normal wedding?

[@Shopwithgroovy]

I bet you this dude would lol

[@FoolishInTheEnd]

Can I just wear a nice blazer with a nice t shirt and slacks and dress shoes? I hate wearing dress shirts and ties

[@chuyiwen9875]

Hi, I'm a bride, may I ask if I get boutonnieres for the wedding party, should we not let groomsmen wear square pocket too?

[@gentlemansgazette]

No, they are not exclusive. Men can wear both. Just make sure neither is overly large.

[@chuyiwen9875]

Gentleman's Gazette I see! Thank you!! And I'd love to order a black bow tie for my groom, will measure his neck soon, how long will it take to ship? I live in Tulsa Oklahoma

[@gentlemansgazette]

A few days with free shipping. We have them in stock. Make sure to measure his neck and he offer boutonnieres too 😉

[@chuyiwen9875]

Gentleman's Gazette should I measure with his shirt on or just the neck without the shirt?

[@raihanrivandi5025]

It's going to be funny if I am the only one wearing a suit and everyone is wearing a floral "batik" shirt

[@muhammadhilmy2230]

you will be the most handsome in the room

[@jimiparkes5748]

Can you wear a shawl lappel jacket at a wedding?

[@mr.meticulouslohese7584]

Am about too. Learn the rules then modify.

[@Kyle-vb3fz]

Can you wear a bow tie if not in the wedding party? I always wear bow ties to work. I cannot stand longer ties.

[@Loki-sk7bi]

I'm getting a little fed up with anti black suit suggestions just so you can be as boring as the rest in grey and navy suits. Black suits are fine!

[@comradecracker447]

I am going to be such a great man. I feel weird saying that, but I am humble. I just worry that the little things will now be visible, more conscious.

[@darthbrutalicious6066]

Please share your opinion with me dear gentleman KZbinr who I have already like and subscribed,because you bring back the Cool into the Gentleman.A friend of mine has to attend a wedding and wants to stand out for all the single senoritas in the wedding without becoming the peacock of the event, the marriage will take place in an open space most of the time,he is 5.9'' bulky built, he has to attend a middle of day summer wedding,he will have his Jack Nicholson sunglasses with him,he plans to buy a watch with rose gold decals (vincero kairos probably), although he would so love go with a total just black/gold watch without leather wristband but that darn thing is not matching with the outfit, probably he will wear bracelet,definitely a blue navy suit because a not expensive suit should not be of bright colors he believes, blue navy suspenders,no belt,napkin,suit will cost no more than 200 dollars,he would like to match his shoes with his tie (indeed?), tie is not yet decided,actually my friend is clueless about what brands to choose for his outfit (any free would be extremely helpful),he will wear probably camel brown shoes and white shirt. What do you think with all of the above and what would you suggest? He is Caucasian with facial groomed beard.He is a good sport my friend on his 30's.Thank you in advance for your willingness to help another fella part of a loved Mediterranean country we all know and love.Your feedback might actually get him to know the love of his life.

[@IdemRedd]

Sandals out in public? Never!

[@santtumutanen1519]

first

[@ryanjofre]

How could one dare scoff at a man in a nice black suit with a black tie on a black tie invitation? Especially when all these movie stars show up in notched lapel Tuxedos!!! I wish notched lapel tuxedos would disappear.

[@Gnarlszimmerman2]

Still don't know what to wear lol

[@KappaACE]

Dresscode : asked to bring cowboy boots and jeans...umm how

[@spotlessreviews7425]

Im 14 am i considered a gentlemen?

[@shrisub881]

Yes

[@animebazaar.2439]

Is he talking about 80' s fashion !

[@GillianBautista]

What if the groom just has bad style? Haha

[@bilalbinakbar1155]

I've asked something to you. You must give me advice

[@tobibabalola3143]

I bet u are not wearing matching pants making this video

[@vejendlasunil1152]

Formals irrespective of gender >

[@gordonscottrc2561]

So much talking.... 😮

[@jacobcastillo1790]

I don’t give af I will dress how I dress it’s my style my fashion

[@rsnc23]

I like to wear a sandwich board listing alllllllll the infidelities the people getting married have commited after they told their ' partner ' they were going to be physically monogamous with each other. That + a list of everyone in the wedding party the couple are currently rolling around with.

[@barrychuckle5565]

Is it me or did all of these combinations look absolutely awful?

[@davidnagy9754]

Suits suits... Kind of having enough of suits, something nicer with a coat or something? Suits rly start becoming monotone and dead

[@hellomeme6248]

Why not balck?!?!?