Wedding-Suit-Tips

Wedding Suit Tips

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At Mannzilo, we know your wedding is more than just a celebration. it’s a moment that lives on in memory and photographs. With decades of tailoring experience behind us, we take pride in helping grooms look and feel their best on this once-in-a-lifetime occasion. Whether you envision a classic black-tie affair or a relaxed coastal ceremony, your suit should reflect the style and significance of the day.

We recommend starting the process as soon as your wedding date is set. This gives us time to explore your vision, discuss ideas, and create garments that align beautifully with your theme, venue, and personal aesthetic. With over 20,000 luxurious fabrics

Start Early
Allow 8 to 12 weeks for fittings and adjustments so everything is ready in time.
Match the Mood
Choose colours and fabrics that suit your venue and dress code, lighter for beach, richer for evening.
Coordinate Thoughtfully
Consider your partner’s look and wedding colours. Details like lining or buttons can subtly tie it all together.
Think Long-Term
Go for classic styles that work beyond the wedding. A good suit should have staying power.
Prioritise Comfort
You’ll be in it all day, make sure it fits well and feels great from start to finish.
Add Personal Touches
Details like lapels, cuffs, and contrast stitching bring character to your suit. Let them reflect your style.

Step 1: Construction and style

First we consider the overall look: the shape of the garment, what you will be wearing it for and the right construction for your natural proportions. Then we move on to details such as lining, canvassing and pockets.

Step 2: Fabric and finishes

To get the fabric selection right, we narrow down your options by colours that enhance your complexion, texture that accentuates the shape of the suit and cloth that is durable enough for the purpose of the garment. Finally, you select complementary finishes including buttons, cuffs and monogramming.

Step 3: Measure and fit

Custom clothes should move effortlessly with you – and that’s why this step is the most in-depth. We take detailed measurements, paying attention to proportion, length and balance. Then once you are measured up, we test the fit against your natural movements to create the basis of your pattern.

Step 4: Maintenance

At our adjoining alterations studio, many repairs we perform are due to incorrect care. To ensure this doesn’t happen to you, we explain storage, dry cleaning (you can overdo it), ironing and letting your garments breathe. You don’t have to remember all this, because we give you a copy of The Suit Book that outlines these details too.

Step 5: Capsule wardrobe

With your measurements and style preferences on file, building out your wardrobe is a straightforward task. With the right mix of garments for different occasions – all in complementary styles and colours – getting dressed becomes simple and one of the most enjoyable parts of each day.

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