Tricks for Old-fashion-ing your suit for a vintage wedding
Unlike ladies’ formal attire, men’s suits really haven’t changed very much in the couple of hundred years they have existed. So, by playing with the details, you can make almost any three-piece suit look like it’s from any era. There are numerous creative things you can do to vintage-ize your ensemble and Duchess Clothiers is giving away the secret behind what details to pay attention to.
Epic hairstyles for the discriminating offbeat groom
We received a request for some offbeat groom’s hair ideas and I thought that sounded easy enough. Surely there’s a shit load of inspiration for the dudes, right? But I’m just going to say it: you guys need more resources for cool hair. So I’ve attempted to find some awesome examples of epic hairstyles for men to fill this void.
Duchess Clothier: Incredible custom suits in Portland & San Francisco
It’s a good time to be an offbeat groom, my friends. In the past couple weeks we’ve introduced you to ties that don’t suck and boutonnieres with mega personality. And now, thanks to Duchess Clothier, groom outfits have gone from “which rental suit would you like?” to almost as many styles and variations as there are wedding dress options. (As it should be!)
Themed boutonnieres and funky corsage pins from I Do Novelty
You know Kim as the mad hatter behind Topsy Turvy Design — the theatrical millinery business based in Oakland, California that is a favorite of Offbeat Brides everywhere! Her new business and our latest sponsor, I Do Novelty specializes in themed boutonnieres and corsage pins!
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Formal suspenders for everyone — bring on the leather wedding bindings!
I got lost on Pinterest looking at various suspender styles after spying Diane Kruger sporting the menswear trend. It looks seriously versatile and AWESOME. I’ve always loved men in suspenders, but seriously… anyone can (and should) rock it. And I hope you love the wings look in the last one!
Ties that don’t suck: Get in on the Cyberoptix secret
Psst: we’re gonna let all of you in on a little secret that many many many many many many many many many Offbeat Brides AND grooms already found out about. What’s this big secret, oh, only Cyberoptix — the coolest little boutique design house specializing in men’s affordable-but-luxurious accessories.