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We’re marrying in
the Caribbean so I’m
stuck as to what to wear –
please don’t suggest linen!
TOM, 28, WILTSHIRE
Luke says: ‘Sir, linen is the devil’s
fabric: it creases and wants to stay
creased. A cotton blazer from
Margaret Howell is great teamed
with tennis shoes, or try the Maine
collection at Debenhams for
chinos and lightweight shirts.
Burberry’s travel suit is also a chic
choice – it’s lightweight and has
been designed not to crease as
much as a standard suit. Pair with
a classic Gucci loafer (below).’Q
Slim-fit shirt, £89,
thomaspink.comLeather loafers, £410, gucci.comQ
There is no doubt
I’m going to party
hard at my wedding but
would like to remain as
smart as possible in all
the photographs. How
can I achieve this?
SIMON, 33, NEWCASTLE
Frederik says: ‘Comfort is
key, so no tight or ill- tting
clothes. Bring an extra shirt
to put on before dinner- omas Pink’s Extreme
Cutaway Slim Fit shirt (le ),
which has tailored side panels
for a sharp silhouette, is ideal.
en just change your tie.’
Blazer, £655,
margarethowell.co.ukWool jacket,
£650 (includes
trousers);
detachable-
collar shirt, £195,
and silk tie, £49,
marcwallace.comMerino wool
travel suits, £1,295
each, burberry.comFlannel waistcoat,
£195, marcwallace.comFlannel jacket,
£530, marcwallace.comI’m a big guy and admittedly a bit
overweight. I don’t expect to lose
much weight before the wedding. So,
what styles of suit are slimming?
JOSEPH, 29, NOTTINGHAM
Marc says: ‘Bear in mind that loose- tting garments
make you look bigger than you are; a well-cut suit will
skim your shape and t your shoulders. e key is to
go bespoke. ings to consider are the weight of cloth
(heavier-weight ones, such as wool and annel, are
more forgiving), jacket length (a hem line that nishes
at the top of the legs is crucial for creating a slimmer
silhouette) and the button height at the front of the
jacket: too high and it will accentuate your waist, too
low and the eye will be drawn to your stomach.’Q
Flannel jacket, £650
(includes trousers); denim
wool trousers, £335; cotton
shirt, £125, and flannel tie,
£49, marcwallace.comPHOTOGRAPHS: LUKE DAY, JODY TODDI’d like to make my
wedding-day outfit
extra-special, but still be
able to wear it afterwards.
What would you suggest?
MICHAEL, 30, LONDON
Marc says: ‘To keep the emphasis
on the big day, you could add
a unique personal lining, a hidden
embroidered message, buttonhole
detailing, or perhaps a bold tie
(right) in a colour that corresponds
with your bride’s palette. It’s possible
later on to change the lining, or
other detailing, if desired.’ ¤
Wool suit, £795; cotton
shirt, £79; and silk tie,
£69, marcwallace.comJacquard cocktail jacket,
£2,880, tomford.comWool-blend tuxedo, £199,
marksandspencer.comMy fiancée is a
girl’s girl and I’m
pretty much expecting
Barbie to walk up the
aisle. I’m no Ken, so
what should I wear?
JASON, 32, LONDON
Luke says: ‘You need her to
give you a hint. If a morning
suit is too classic and you want
some fun, a ’70s-style tuxedo
from Tom Ford (or, on a
budget, from Marks &
Spencer) always looks great.
White tie is the next level for
formality – buy from a Savile
Row tailor like Gieves and
Hawkes. ink old Hollywood
glamour rather than over-the-
top fairytale prince.’134 BRIDES