So you've taken good care of your skin, bought the wedding dress of your dreams, and booked the best makeup artist in the business. Before you decide that everything is all set, how far have you really thought about the groom? After all, it takes a lot more than choosing a black suit and showing up to look sharp on the big day. But don't worry too much, as we've compiled an easy guide to looking sharp that you can share to your beloved groom-to-be.

Before you decide on the style of suit you like or the color you're going to wear, it's best for you to understand the basics of grooming and menswear. Let's start with the basics below.

Hairstyles for dapper grooms

Most brides are very conscious about looking flawless from head to toe on their wedding day. Standing next to such a flawless bride, a groom should also keep his appearance in mind. Remember that you will have your pictures taken hundreds of times, photos that you will cherish years after the wedding day ends. Since your face will be plastered all over the wedding album, wedding day grooming is an essential aspect that you can't overlook. First things first, let's start with your hairstyle. Check out these neat, trendy, and hip hairstyles fit for grooms and spot your favorite.

The dos and don'ts of wedding facial hair

Aside from the hair on top of your head, the hair that grows on your face must not be overlooked as it determines your whole look. Can a small patch of hair really change how a man looks? Yes. A clean cut can make a man look more polished and distinguished while a full beard instills that rugged and macho aura. To keep things simple, just follow our simple dos and don'ts for grooms who want to rock wedding facial hair.

Don't: Drastically change your facial hair before the wedding

If you show up with a trimmed beard daily, don't suddenly show up with a full beard for the wedding. The same goes with moustaches. As trendy as it might seem or as cool as it looks on other people, you still want to look like you on your wedding day.

Do: Try out different looks to find out which one suits you best

We still think that you should experiment with several different facial hair looks and go with the one that suits you best. Say, if you usually have a trimmed beard, grow a full beard 4-6 months prior to the wedding and shave gradually while trying out different styles. This way, you will have sufficient time to grow out your facial hair and mold it to whichever style you see fit.

Don't: Wait until the morning to figure out your facial hair plan

No matter how tempting it can be, impulsive decision-making is not the best call at this point. We strongly suggest against choosing a facial hair style on the wedding day. At that point, even shaving can be a bit tricky since you might be left with little cuts, ingrown hair, or even rashes. At the very least, shave the day before so you can tackle any issues that might happen. Thinking ahead won't hurt anyone.

Do: Invest some time on facial hair grooming

To look your best, take good care of your facial hair long before your wedding day. Things always look best when taken care of, after all. Don't treat shaving like a race. Take a few seconds to add water to your shaving cream for a smooth shave and pamper your beard and moustache with shampoo and conditioner once in a while.

Don't: Underestimate ingrown hair

Ingrown hair might seem like a trivial matter, yet too many of it might ruin your facial hair situation. To make sure that your skin will be bump-free, put a hot towel on your face, disinfect the ingrown spots with alcohol, then go at it with tweezers. Taking care of ingrown hair properly will result in a smooth shave and neat facial hair, making you look like your best self for the wedding.

How to choose a wedding suit

Now for the part that you've been waiting for, the wedding suit. Some grooms struggle when looking for the formalwear that suits them the most on their wedding day. We think that finding the right suit to marry in shouldn't come with so much pressure. Instead, it should be filled with excitement, since it is your wedding that you're going to celebrate. We bet, the quest of the perfect wedding suit will be a fun, instead of bothersome, task with these handy guidelines.

First, get familiar with the basic types of formal menswear that you can wear on your wedding day.

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Next, consider some elements from your own wedding to decide on the type of formal menswear that is right for you.

1. Collect some basic wedding information

First and foremost, the groom's formalwear basically depends on two things, the wedding setting and the bride's look. Always keep in mind when and where your wedding will take place, whether it's an indoor or outdoor one, a rustic or formal one, and don't ever forget to consider what your fiancé will be wearing for the big day. Putting on a three-piece double breasted suit on a rustic outdoor wedding will only make you stand out oddly, as will wearing a vest and shirt on a luxurious ballroom wedding. Although every groom has the prerogative to choose his own wedding attire to a certain degree, trust us, you do not want to look underdressed or overdressed on your wedding day.

2. Do your research

After you've gotten the first thing right, let's move on to the next step. There are many variations of formal menswear; different jacket cuts, shirts, collars, and lapels, not to mention various accessories, colors, and materials. Before deciding on a particular style, make sure that you've covered all the available choices. Besides, it can't be a bad thing to equip yourself with some menswear knowledge so you won't be completely clueless when you're talking with the suit-maker. Who doesn't love a well-prepared groom?

3. Get some feedback

Since there will be not one but two people standing on the altar, it's best to keep your fiancé in the loop while searching for your perfect suit. If you're not going to take her go fitting with you, at least let her in on the suit that you have in mind.

Now, get to know a few different jacket styles to personalize your suit.

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4. Flatter your figure

After narrowing some choices based on your wedding theme, venue, and your fiancé's wedding dress, the next thing to pay attention to is how the style looks on your body. A double-breasted suit that looks good on an actor might not look as flattering on your figure. So make sure that you try your suit on and that it fits well. To help you out, here are the signs of a well-fitting suit:

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No matter which style you opt for, make sure to get the right material, color, and pattern. Or, if all these options leave you scratching your head, always get back to the classic one-tone suit in black or grey. These days, however, the navy suit seems to be the center of attention.

Now that you've learned the basics of formal menswear, you can now set off to find your perfect match with the help of Brillington & Brothers, Lotus Tailor, Noeud Papillon, and SAS Designs, suit-makers who have mastered the craft. Visit their profiles and suit up!

The details of your wedding suit

As important as the suit is, the details of your tie, lapel, and collar will give a major impact to your whole look. As with the suit, there are tons of choices you can choose for these details. Let's get started and see all the options you have on the table!

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Tie

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1.Tie

This is a regular tie that we are used to encounter on business attire and formal wear. You can have a regular tie, which is the most common one, or you can try to get a skinny tie for a more fashionable and modern approach.

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2.Bow tie

Bow ties usually come in either black or white. But nowadays, many brides and grooms prefer to have a particular color or pattern that matches their wedding theme.

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3.Old world touch

This tie is widely known as the ascot or cravat. For grooms who want to look suave and a bit retro, this kind of tie will be perfect. The most familiar pattern is paisley. Although there are many ways of knotting an ascot tie, we think it would be better to choose the under-the-shirt look.

Accessories for grooms

Pocket Squares

The easiest way to add a touch of refinement to your look. A handkerchief or pocket square can do wonders even in a casual daytime wedding.

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Buttonholes

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A boutonniere is the classic accessory to adorn a groom's wedding suit. It is mostly made with fresh flowers, although nowadays there are many other creative options like feathers or Lego bricks. If you use fresh flowers, remember to not put it on until the last minute to keep it fresh. Usually the groom's boutonniere differs from the ones worn by the rest of the groomsmen and family members to indicate that he's the one getting married on that day.

Socks

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Some of you might not have thought about this, but it would be better to bring some extra socks to your wedding venue. If you want your wedding to be more personalized, you can get matching socks with your groomsmen. Theoretically, dress socks should match the color of the trousers, not your shoes, in order to create an unbroken line. But as with everything else, you can break the rules if you feel like it.

Shoes

Casual – sneakers, deck shoes

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With so many laid-back weddings coming to surface in recent years, the combination of a classic suit, often in two separate colors, or even pairing a blazer with jeans seems to be getting more popular. To suit this casual wedding concept, many grooms have chosen sneakers or deck shoes.

Semi-formal – buck shoes, loafers

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Whether they are made of suede or leather, both buck shoes and loafers will be the best match for a light suit. These shoes will look casual yet still pair well with formalwear. For loafers, it would be better to go for leather ones when paired with a classic suit. These shoes are a great choice for a summer wedding.

Formal – oxford shoes, velvet evening slippers

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The choice is yours. Are you going to go for shiny, black patent leather shoes or luxe velvet slippers? Either of these will be a dashing choice to finish off for your tuxedo.

When choosing your shoe color, let your clothes guide you. Black shoes should always be your first choice when you wear a black suit, while brown shoes are a great match for navy suit. Either one will be great with a gray suit but keep in mind, a lighter color will demand lighter shoes.

To decide on the style of your shoes, remember that laced-up, pointy toes looks more dapper than round and chunky ones. For a more fashionable approach, you can try spats or tasseled loafers that will instantly boost up your retro style.

Most importantly, always try to walk a few steps with your new shoes on to make sure that they will be comfortable enough to wear for the whole day. Aim for a high quality ones because trusts us, no one wants to trip while walking down the aisle because the shoe soles came off.

Cufflinks

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This little accessory is another opportunity to embrace your personality. You can choose almost anything you like to represent yourself through your cufflinks. Some might prefer a fun theme like Lego bricks, superheroes, or any animation character that you love. But, if you still want to go for the classic route, you can get simple-shaped cufflinks with a neutral color that is matched to your suit jacket. Another option to get your cufflinks personalized is having vintage or custom-made ones that have meaningful details, like the initials of both of you and your fiancé.

Suspenders, Cummerbund, and Waistcoat

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Suspenders are practical accessories designed to hold the trousers in place like a belt, while the cummerbund is an aesthetic accessory intended to conceal the trouser and the undecorated shirt waist like a waistcoat. When you wear a tuxedo, a belt is never worn, so that's when suspenders, which are also known as braces, are used to hold your pants without breaking the line at the waist. A groom should wear a cummerbund when wearing a jacket with a high button stance. While for a waistcoat or vest, the basic rule is to keep your jacket on if you get a backless one.