Groom's Guide to Choosing a Wedding Suit: Bespoke vs. Made-to-Measure
Forbes menswear expert Caroline Reilly advises grooms on selecting wedding suits, emphasizing bespoke or made-to-measure options for long-term wear. Victor Besnard of Besnard notes that house style is key, citing Frederick Scholte's influence on soft tailoring. Nate Pozin of New York-based Haitch observes increased groom engagement. Harry Tillman, co-founder of Haitch, recommends versatile fabrics like lightweight wool over linen. Besnard suggests navy suits for versatility and all-season worsted wool (300-340 g/m). Details like double-cuff shirts, grenadine ties, and white linen pocket squares elevate formality. Accessories from TheRealReal, Frank Clegg, Coach, Albert Thurston, John Lobb, Crockett & Jones, and Bode are recommended.
Key facts
- Victor Besnard is founder of Besnard.
- Frederick Scholte was a Dutch tailor on Savile Row who invented soft tailoring.
- Per Anderson founded Anderson & Sheppard.
- Nate Pozin is co-founder of Haitch in New York.
- Harry Tillman co-founded Haitch after Savile Row experience.
- Besnard recommends solid navy as most versatile suit color.
- All-season worsted wool between 300 and 340 grams per linear meter is ideal.
- Albert Thurston suspenders were a favorite of the late Donald Sutherland.
Entities
Artists
- Victor Besnard
- Frederick Scholte
- Per Anderson
- Nate Pozin
- Harry Tillman
- Donald Sutherland
Institutions
- Besnard
- Haitch
- Anderson & Sheppard
- Savile Row
- TheRealReal
- Frank Clegg
- Coach
- Albert Thurston
- Side Mashburn
- John Lobb
- Crockett & Jones
- Bode
- Mulberry
- Forbes
Locations
- New York
- United States