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WORKING THE GROOM Not sure where to start with your groom’s ensemble? Here’s our rundown of the leading looks for the man of the moment words Hannah May
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COUNTRY CHARM
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Country gents have never been so cool. Whether you’re tying the knot in a rustic barn, throwing a festival-style celebration in a field, or hosting a party in a country house, achieving the pastoral look is as easy as it is en vogue. Suits in earth tones (sage, chestnut, rust) and tweeds are a top contender, while patterns such as checks, herringbone and windowpane continue to captivate tailors. Sustainable is an additional element, so add something vintage, vegan or ethically sourced for extra kudos. Florals are another mainstay. Flash some flower power with a few features such as prints on the inside of your jacket, shirt, waistcoat, tie, pocket square
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or bow tie. Go statement with a single bold ’70s floral print spliced into a muted outfit, or lend a little interest with a botanical detail. Complete your ensemble with brogues, braces and a dried or wild flower boutonniere with a twine-wrapped pin – and voilà: ‘cottagecore’ has received a contemporary and very dapper makeover! 1. The Vintage Suit Hire Co. vintagesuithire.co.uk 2. Torre torreformalwear.com 3. Twisted Tailor twistedtailor.com 4. Holly Young hollyyoung.co.uk 5. Ted Baker tedbaker.com 6. Emma Hewlett Floral Design emmahewlett.co.uk 7. Theory theory.com 8. Skopes skopes.co.uk
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