Grooms must make decisions on their wedding style, too

All eyes tend to gravitate toward brides during a wedding ceremony. That's for good reason, as brides typically spend a significant amount of time searching for the perfect dress and tending to additional parts of their wedding day look, such as hair and makeup. But grooms also try to look their best on their wedding day, and they must make various style choices as well.

Classic tux or something less traditional?

Black tuxedos call to mind many things, including the fictitious British spy James Bond and, of course, traditional weddings. The classic black tuxedo with black tie can set an especially formal tone for a wedding, and grooms must decide if they prefer this classic look or something less traditional. Outdoor wedding ceremonies might encourage grooms to look for something stylish but less formal than a black tuxedo. In such instances, a white tuxedo can be ideal, particularly if the wedding is scheduled for spring or summer.

Fine-tune with tailoring

Grooms accustomed to buying suits off the rack may feel they can take the same approach on their wedding day. However, wedding day photos will serve as a visual record of the big day for decades to come, so working with a tailor to ensure the tux or suit fits perfectly is the way to go. A well-fitting suit may prove more comfortable throughout the day, and tailoring ensures grooms look their best.

Timing and texture

Grooms can experiment with various textures and materials as they seek a wedding day tuxedo that suits their desires and demeanors. A velvet tuxedo jacket can set a sophisticated and unique tone, though such attire is arguably most suited to indoor ceremonies during colder months. The same goes for corduroy and tweed, as these materials tend to be a little warmer. Linen and seersucker tuxes and suits also can shed light on a groom's personality, and these might be best suited to warm weather weddings in outdoor settings.

Accessories

A tuxedo ensemble is not complete without a tux and pocket square. Matching the color of the tie and the pocket square is a classic look. Grooms whose brides are wearing a dress with some color can choose a tie and pocket square combination that matches the color in her dress. Socks also merit consideration and can provide another way for grooms to make a statement without drawing attention away from their brides. Brides garner the bulk of guests' attention on a couple's wedding day. But grooms also can use fashion to make a statement during their weddings.