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Non-Tux Groom Clothing?

Is anyone else running into groom clothing issues? My fiance did not want to wear a tux or suit, and we're going for something a little more old-fashioned style... not quite renaissance faire or pure vintage, but definitely not classic modern, either. I'll be wearing this with a corset, and he will be wearing a coat and vest similar to this. Problem is, he's not sure what pants or shirt to wear under them. We tried Gentleman's Emporium, but the pants he bought fit terribly... I get that it wasn't the style back then, but is it too much to ask for pants that look slightly old-fashioned and still show him off a little? Sigh.

Anyone having similar issues, or know of any websites I might try? Aside from the aforementioned Gentleman's Emporium, almost all sites I've found are really costumey or really Amish looking, and neither of those are quite what we're going for. Just want some simple brown pants that don't look like they came off a J. Crew model!

Re: Non-Tux Groom Clothing?

  • Have you considered suspenders?  Or pants with a vest and no jacket? 
  • edited June 2012
    I can't really picture what you have in mind for him, but as far as stores, you might try some vintage ones if you have them in the area. I'd also think about checking out online some steampunk clothing sites. Some of it is costumey, but there are also plenty of options that are not so "out there" and yet definitely not "J Crew/Dockers" that could work. You might need some alterations if you order online after receiving them, but that's no big.

    Like this:

    Ignore the goofy props, mustaches, etc. and just go straight to the products on the left (trousers, shirts).




  • Depending on where you are in SC you may want to check out the Carolina Renaissance Festival near Charlotte, NC - there are many clothiers there. I'm sure if you can't find something exactly like you want, then you can probably get it made by talking to them.
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