The Complete Guide
to Wedding Types.
From small elopements to grand ballroom galas, every wedding has its own style. Find yours — and learn how to dress for it perfectly.
By JWS Bespoke · Woodbridge, Ontario · Est. 1994
Every Wedding Has a Story.
Yours Deserves the Right Suit.
Your wedding says something about you as a couple. Whether you picture a candlelit ballroom in downtown Toronto, a vineyard in Tuscany, or a small ceremony by the sea, your suit should fit the moment. JWS Bespoke has dressed grooms for every kind of wedding for over 30 years. Start here.
Featured Wedding Styles
Six signature styles explored in depth — with attire guidance for every member of the wedding party.
Formal & Black-Tie
A formal wedding is elegance at its best. Every detail matters, from the flowers to the cufflinks. Toronto venues like the Fairmont Royal York, the Four Seasons, and the Ritz-Carlton set the stage for a black-tie celebration.
The dress code is a black tuxedo or a bespoke evening suit, with a white dress shirt, black bow tie, and patent leather shoes. Our full-canvas tuxedos include surgeon cuffs, barchetta breast pockets, and Ascolite-wrapped buttons — details you won’t find off the rack.
Recommended: Full-Canvas Tuxedo
Cultural & South Asian
Toronto is one of the most diverse cities in the world. South Asian, Caribbean, West African, Persian, and East Asian weddings each have their own traditions, colours, and dress codes — often over several days and several outfits.
For grooms with many events to dress for, we make bespoke sherwanis, embroidered bandhgalas, and custom Nehru jackets, as well as Western suits. Every piece is made to the same high standard, so you can honour tradition and still look like yourself.
Recommended: Bespoke Sherwani or Bandhgala
Glamorous & Luxury
A luxury wedding means quality in every detail — ceiling-high flowers, custom stationery, a live orchestra, and a menu by a Michelin-starred chef. In Toronto, venues like Malaparte at TIFF Bell Lightbox and the Arcadian Court host weddings at this level.
Your suit should match the setting: a bespoke three-piece suit in premium Italian fabric from Loro Piana, Dormeuil, or Scabal, with a hand-finished lapel and a personal lining. We source our fabrics directly from the finest mills in Biella and Bradford.
Recommended: Three-Piece Bespoke Suit in Italian Fabric
Garden & Outdoor
A garden wedding celebrates natural beauty — flower arches, green lawns, and soft golden light for every photo. Around Toronto, Nestleton Waters Inn, Estates of Sunnybrook, and Paletta Mansion are beautiful outdoor venues.
Choose a suit that is elegant but relaxed. A light linen or cotton-blend suit in ivory, stone, sage, or dusty blue looks right outdoors. We can make yours in breathable Italian linen that stays sharp from the ceremony to the last dance.
Recommended: Linen or Cotton-Blend Suit
Destination Weddings
A destination wedding turns your celebration into a trip your guests will never forget — a Tuscan villa, an Amalfi Coast terrace, a Caribbean beach, or a Scottish castle. Your suit needs to travel well and look great in photos.
A bespoke suit in wrinkle-resistant Super 130s or Super 150s wool arrives looking as sharp as the day you packed it. We also offer travel-ready suit bags and garment care advice as part of every consultation.
Recommended: Super 130s Wool Bespoke Suit
Micro Weddings & Elopements
A micro wedding usually has fewer than 20 guests. With a smaller group, every detail gets more attention, and the day feels deeply personal.
With no crowd to blend into, your suit matters even more. We recommend a slim-fit bespoke suit in rich navy, charcoal, or deep burgundy, with a personal monogram inside the jacket.
Recommended: Slim-Fit Bespoke Suit with MonogramSix More Ways to Celebrate
Every couple is different. Here are six additional wedding styles — each with its own character, setting, and attire philosophy.
Free-spirited and nature-inspired, the bohemian wedding celebrates individuality. Think wildflower arrangements, macrame backdrops, and a relaxed dress code that still rewards thoughtful styling. A linen suit in an earthy tone — terracotta, sage, or warm ivory — is the ideal choice for the bohemian groom.
The cocktail wedding sits between formal and casual — elegant enough to feel special, relaxed enough to encourage dancing. Guests are typically asked to wear cocktail attire, and the groom has the freedom to experiment with colour, texture, and pattern. A velvet dinner jacket or a bold check suit makes a statement without demanding a black tie.
Inspired by the glamour of the 1920s and 1930s, the vintage wedding is a love letter to a more opulent era. Geometric patterns, gold accents, feathers, and crystal chandeliers define the aesthetic. The groom should lean into the period with a double-breasted suit, a waistcoat, and a pocket square in a complementary print.
The rustic wedding embraces the warmth of natural materials — reclaimed wood, mason jars, string lights, and wildflowers. Ontario's farm country, from Prince Edward County to the Niagara Escarpment, offers stunning venues for this style. A tweed or herringbone suit in a warm brown or forest green is the perfect complement.
The beach wedding is defined by its setting — the sound of waves, the warmth of the sun, and the freedom of open sky. In Ontario, waterfront venues along Lake Ontario and Georgian Bay provide breathtaking backdrops. A lightweight linen suit in white, cream, or pale blue keeps the groom comfortable and camera-ready.
The wedding weekend extends the celebration across multiple days — a welcome dinner, the ceremony, a morning-after brunch. Each event calls for a different level of formality, and the groom who plans ahead will have a bespoke suit for the ceremony, a smart-casual option for the rehearsal dinner, and a relaxed look for the farewell brunch.
Your Wedding Suit,
Made for You.
Every groom deserves a suit that fits the occasion perfectly — and fits his body even better. Book a private consultation at our Woodbridge studio and let us make something extraordinary for you.