A Dapper Groom's Style Guide
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A Dapper Groom's Style 
Guide
Wedding fashion is more often than not, associated with women's luxury dresses for the D-
day. The entire focus is always on the bridal attire that the groom may end up feeling 
neglected and his wedding clothes are not as important. However, for men, this is the 
perfect time to bring out their dapper side and get creative through their 
wedding suits for the groom.
Today’s groom has moved on from the mundane looks and neutral colours and has started 
to think outside of the box. He wants to experiment with unconventional textures, colours, 
and other elements that elevate wedding suits for the groom making them more exciting 
and unique. After all, why should girls have all the fun? – With time grooms have made 
their way to the front of this fashion-forward race with their impressive dapper clothing. 
Here are a few things a dapper groom would do to become showstoppers (or at least a 
close second!)
Mix traditional and modern
With designers like Anita Dongre who blend modernity and ethnicity into 
perfectly curated chic ensembles, one is spoilt for choice. You may want to 
retain certain traditional elements in your groom's attire but may be intrigued 
by modern details as well. Don’t feel pressured to skew 100% toward either. 
Since it is your wedding day, you call the shots. If you want to stick to traditional 
kurta pyjama, do so, but if you want to jazz it up with a bold jacket, colourful 
safa, or some quirky mojris, go all out!!  
Flaunt your personality 
through your accessories
Distinguish yourself from the rest of the crowd by injecting 
your outfit with accessories that define you. This is the 
perfect avenue to experiment and select some fun and 
unique accessories. A classic wedding suit for the groom 
would look super cool with a quirky pair of socks, a cool 
bowtie, and a funky pocket square. Consider your cufflinks, 
pocket squares, Nehru jackets, stole, and even your shoes 
as prospects to be creative. Try out an eye-catching jacket 
that brings out who you are. Note: This pink silk dupatta by 
Anita Dongre is a dapper addition to your outfit. It reflects 
your demure yet cheerful personality and is ideal for 
making a statement.  Sourc
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Think beyond black, grey, 
and white 
Go wild with colours when deciding on your main outfit this year. Switch to pastel shades 
like lilac, powder blue, and blush pink for day weddings. Opt for bold dramatic hues for 
night functions. These dark colours in rich fabrics will exude poise and panache. 
Experiment with gold, maroon, navy blue, rust, and other such inviting colours that elicit 
happiness. Colour blocking is another expected trend for dapper grooms this season - 
colour combinations like blue and yellow, green and red, brown and maroon and gold 
and yellow are expected to be seen. Express yourself with colours! 
Power through with 
patterns 
Patterns certainly needn’t be off-limits for grooms as long as they 
are chosen tastefully and the groom doesn’t go overboard with 
them. Your entire outfit doesn’t need to have patterns. Even if 
you are leaning towards a solid coloured sherwani or bandhgala, 
introduce some personality into the look with a patterned stole 
or safa. The incorporating pattern will help you offset your look 
from the rest of the groomsmen, while making you look dapper.
Note: This tastefully patterned safa showcases gold speckles that 
are understated, yet lend a touch of glamour. A matching pocket 
square with this gold dotted safa would make for a perfect 
dapper addition to wedding suits for the groom
Go for floral prints, embroidery and don’t shy away from Source
shimmer.
Think beyond black, grey, 
and white 
Floral is a timeless trend that is being donned tastefully by the new-age grooms. The 
perfect way to incorporate florals in wedding outfits is by matching your partner’s print. 
Integrating the bride’s lehenga or saree print into a sherwani, dhoti kurta or dupatta 
looks gorgeous on men who embrace it. Ethnic embroidery trends such as intricate gold 
zardozi embroidery are making a comeback. Chikankari embroidery on easy-breezy 
fabrics like cotton is great for daytime nuptial functions. 
Last but not least, dapper grooms are not shying away from shimmer. If you have a 
Ranveer Singh personality, an all-out sequinned tuxedo or metallic suit could be your 
scene. But for other more modest dressers who are just looking to stand out with grace, 
mirror detailing or sequins on the collar lend that festive touch with panache.
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