What for a guy to wear at a wedding.?

Question

I have a couple weddings to go to this summer..I was thinking of just wearing a button down shirt, with a tie, and some nice pants. Is this the norm for a wedding?

Answer 1

Well, I don't think there is a norm anymore as far as weddings go - but I'd say that's an excellent choice that shows taste and respect. But, you have to understand what kind of wedding it is. I mean I've been to Western weddings and there the men for the most part are dressed in Western style jeans and bolo ties. If the wedding is more casual - you dress more casual. But you'd never wear a tux of course - you don't ever want to appear as well dressed as the groom. But, I think your choice would work for any wedding really - you'll be an impressive young man.

Answer 2

I think that sounds fine.  If it is a nicer wedding perhaps invest in a sports jacket.  And don't forget to wear good shoes (was just at a wedding where a guy wore jeans and his work boots)  Yuck!

Answer 3

Depends on what type of wedding it is. If it's formal, you'll need a tux. If it's not, what you've got planned is fine.

Answer 4

No, that attire sounds pretty casual for a wedding.  Don't wear it without asking someone involved with the wedding.  If it is being held in a garden or on a beach, they will usually tell you that casual attire is requested.  My daughter even got one that said "jeans preferred".  .  I would say a sportcoat, tie, khaki or other dress pants, and a nice shirt would be as casual as you can go.  Unless the invitation states "black tie", a dark suit is always appropriate.  If it says black tie, you need to rent a tux.  But wear a sportcoat at the least.

Answer 5

yea thats fine.

Answer 6

I think that is fine.  I would bring a jacket though too.  If it's inside and the A/C is turned up, it is nice if you can offer her your jacket.

Unless the invitation specifically denotes it is a "black tie" wedding (where male guests need to rent tuxedos and female guests should be in gowns).

Usually, being summer with the heat and all, most people by the end of the night end up ditching their ties and jackets.

Answer 7

Find out what kind of event it is because it could greatly vary. Usually the invitation will suggest a dress code. If it's super formal, the bride and groom most definitely would have put "black tie" on the invite in fear that  guests would show up in jeans or something.

Most weddings aren't black tie, though, so if for some reason you can't find out, the nice pants and shirt and tie is fine. maybe even a nice blazer if it's chilly outside (like fall or winter).

Answer 8

Sounds good to me. But it depends what the attire is for the wedding... hopefully they would say on the invitation if it is formal or informal. But what you have going on sounds good to me!