The Biggest 2024 Style Trends for Grooms

We're talking florals, checks, and showing a little skin!

When it comes to shopping for your wedding suit, many grooms will want to keep it classic; a palette of navy, grey or black, some sharp tailoring, and simple accessories. You can't go far wrong! But there are also many grooms among you who are looking for something a little different, whether it's adding a personal flair to a traditional tux, or going all out with colour, pattern or texture. If that sounds like you, our round-up of the biggest 2024 style trends for grooms is just the thing to get you inspired! We're talking florals, checks, and even showing a little skin! Oh, and want to achieve any of these looks? Make sure you check out our recommended groomswear suppliers!

The Biggest 2024 Style Trends for Grooms

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Black Tie

Over the last few years, grooms have been are gravitating back towards the timeless elegance of classic tuxedos and black tie and this is a look we will continue to see throughout 2024 and 2025. While the traditional black tie dress code states that black tie must be black, you could also consider a midnight blue for a twist on tradition.

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White Tuxedos

Along with the growing popularity of black tie, we're also seeing a surge in white tuxedos and white dinner jackets. So stylish, with a hint of old Hollywood glamour, this is one style trend for grooms we can't wait to see more of!

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Slick Tailoring

If you don't want to wear a tuxedo, but still want a formal look, opting for a well fitted modern suit is a great way to go. Look to unique options such as pinstripes, checks and interesting shirt and tie combinations for a stylish, modern look.

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Texture

From brocade, satin and velvet to corduroy, linen and seersucker, we've been seeing lots of texture on suit jackets - and even some full textural suits - on grooms of late, and we're all about adding that touch of luxury to your wedding day look. For those getting married in cooler temperatures, brocade, velvet and tweed or cord are wonderful options, and for those getting married in spring or summer, a pastel satin or linen would be perfect.

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Shirt and Tie Colourmatching

White tie on white shirt, black dickie bow on a black shirt, or a personal favourite, khaki on khaki; whatever colour you choose, matching the tone of your tie to your shirt is an easy way to give a modern, minimal finish to your wedding suit.

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Colourful Suits

From blush pink and bold burgundy, to emerald green and rich rusty tones the biggest trend for grooms this year has to be colourful suits, we've so many of them in real weddings. A trend for a confident groom who'll rock colour with pride, look to real grooms like Colby, Ciarán, Jamie and Guiseppe for inspiration.

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Statement Checks

From full check suits to statement blazers, statement check patterns are back this season in a big way, the the more flashy or oversized, the better! If you want to keep your suit classic, you can always nod to the trend with a more subtle pattern, a check waistcoat or check tie - our fantastic groomswear suppliers have lots of ways for introducing this trend to your wedding day attire.

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Eco-Friendly Options

With couples looking for more ways to have a sustainable wedding, 2024 will see a switch towards natural fabrics for grooms suiting, and you can expect to find mores suits made from linen, tweed, silk, cotton, hemp, fairtrade fabrics and even recycled polyester fabrics as these materials are grown, harvested, and processed with minimal harm to the environment. We're also seeing grooms opting for rentals, vintage suits, and even pre-loved suits from sites such as Vestiare Collective.

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Flashing Some Ankle

This trend might be a divisive one, but there's no denying the sockless look is here to stay. If you do want to flash some ankle in your wedding suit, the key is twofold; a great pair of shoes (see loafers, below or a stylish pair of brogues) and some well-tailored, slim fit pants cropped just above the ankle.

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Floral Prints

Another trend that can be as pared back or as full bloom as you want it to be, we've seen an increase in floral printed ties, pocket squares, shirts and suit lining, along with a helping of full floral suits. Florals are an effortless way for 2024 grooms to add some colour to their look, especially for spring or summer weddings.

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Loafers

A partner trend to the bare ankle (though they can also be worn with socks) loafers have become a staple among the most fashionable grooms of recent years. Brands like Gucci have been leaders in this trend, but you can also find personalised versions as well as plenty of highstreet versions too - see some of our favourite grooms shoes brands here.

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Cool & Casual

Few grooms veer away from donning a shirt and tie, but for the guy who wants something more casual, opting for a crisp white tee, or shirt with no tie, or bowtie is an easy way to do it, especially when paired with a coloured suit. This is also a great look for an elopement, the registry office, destination wedding, rehearsal dinner. or day two.

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Velvet Blazers

A trend with serious staying power, we love that velvet blazers are still a big trend for grooms. Burgundy, black, green and navy - often paired with a contrasting black lapel - are the most common choices for this trend and work beautifully for autumn or winter weddings. We have seen some colourful evolutions of velvet too though, with camel, terracota, and grey velvet spotted on grooms of Instagram and Pinterest.

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Personalisation

From embroidery under collars and on cuffs, to custom suit jacket lining and monogrammed pocket squares, personalisation is set to be huge for grooms in 2024 and 2025. We're seeing more and more grooms looking for ways to make their suit their own not only to personalise it to their style, but to add a unique detail or element that commemorates the special day.

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Statement Accessories

From bold ties, colourful pocket squares and fun socks, to unique cufflinks and sleek watches, grooms are looking for more ways to add sleek and statement accessories to their wedding day look than ever to make a memorable impression.

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The Second Look

With the 'second look' bigger than ever for brides, grooms are also now getting in on the action! If you’re thinking of swapping your suit for something less formal during your reception, we say go for it!

Need to go suit shopping? Read our Essential Tips for Buying a Suit. Still not sure which style to go for? Our fun quiz will help you find the perfect groomswear look or watch our Virtual Wedding Series on how to choose great groomswear.

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