Do people wear morning suits for weddings? The simple answer is yes! Tails has been and, most likely, always will be a show-stopping choice for a wedding. It’s perfect for traditional events, but also makes a statement in modern-day weddings too.
Our article will explore the benefits of wearing tails, the traditional way to wear them, and the modern.
What is a morning suit?
A morning suit features pin-striped trousers (plain is accepted too), a waistcoat, and a jacket with tails and peak lapels. The tails of the jacket should sit at the back of the knees, as this is the perfect length. Any longer and the ensemble will not look as it should. This is especially important if you are the groom and you’re wearing tails, as you will spend the first half of the big day with your back to your guests.
Can you wear a morning suit for a wedding?
Ultimately, the choice to wear a morning suit for your wedding is entirely yours. You should base your decision not only on how you look in a suit but also on how you feel in it too.
However, a morning suit is traditional daytime wedding wear. This style of suit gets its name from the time of day you are supposed to wear one – any time before 6pm. If your wedding starts after 6pm, you should opt for an alternative style of suit over a morning suit.
For more information on when to wear a morning suit, please take a look at our article “What is a morning suit and when should you wear one?”
Why choose tails for a wedding?
There are many benefits of wearing a morning suit:
- Distinctive style – Makes the groom and groomsmen stand out from regular guests.
- Unmatched daytime wear – The highest tier of daytime suits, worn for formal weddings and events.
- Timeless elegance – Exudes a ‘classic’ feel ideal for a Church or elegant wedding venue, while still having room to modernise the ensemble to your liking.
- Reflects the importance of the day – If you are the groom, this is your special day. It’s a rare occasion when you can dress up and be the centre of attention.
- Enhanced sophistication – A striking suit choice that looks refined.
- Perfect silhouette – The design of the tailcoat creates a distinguished and elongated look. The waistcoat ensures that any wearer is flattered.
- Flexible for seasons – Morning suits can be made with lighter or heavier cloth, depending on the season; perfect for Spring countryside ceremonies, or a Winter Church wedding.
Two styles of tails for a wedding
A traditional morning suit wedding
If you love traditional weddings or have been invited to one, choosing tails as your wedding suit could be the perfect option. It’s a timeless garment that’s sure to catch people’s eyes, especially when worn correctly.
If there are no colour restrictions, you can choose the traditional grey. However, you could also opt for black and navy, so your options aren’t limited to one colour. Pair this with striped trousers and polished oxford shoes, preferably in black.
If you want to fully complete the traditional look, have a neatly folded pocket square that matches the colour scheme of the wedding, and you can even opt to wear a top hat. Wearing a top hat will certainly make you stand out from the crowd, as it is a rarity in modern-day weddings.
A modern morning suit wedding
Wearing tails doesn’t have to be exclusive to the more traditional weddings. You can “modernise” the outfit too. The typical colour for a morning suit used to be grey, but now you can choose modern colours such as navy blue and black. You can also switch out the striped trousers for plain ones – as long as they match the colour of the suit.
If a lack of personalisation is holding you back from choosing tails for your wedding, although there are only three standard colours for the suit, you can add your own personality and style to the ensemble through the waistcoat, pocket square, and your choice of tie. Remember, it’s your wedding day.
“Modernising” a morning suit doesn’t mean you must alter how the outfit looks or add a pop of colour through your tie. It can be something as simple as the groom being the only one in tails during a modern-day wedding.
Morning suits are a stunning and elegant garment that, when worn correctly, can make all the difference to how you feel and look on your wedding day.
Tailored morning suits from Phillip Alexander
With locations in Cheshire and Savile Row in London, Phillip Alexander specialise in a range of tailoring services, including bespoke morning suits and tailored morning suit hire. Whichever style of suit you’d like to wear, our tailors will be on hand to guide you through the entire process, tailoring and crafting the piece to help you look your best.
Please contact us to arrange a consultation with our tailors.
