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Just like with the wedding dress, how you look with the groom's suit will depend largely on the accessories. So, with the same dedication with which you chose the engagement ring or the love phrases to propose, now focus on finding the accessories to succeed with your wedding outfit. If you already have the suit ready, you have the other important half of the way.Discover all the complements below!

Cortaba or corbatón

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The choice between one or the other depends on the type of wardrobe you decide on The tie, on the one hand, is ideal for all kinds of suits, being able to find silk, satin or polyester ties; wide, standard, slim or skinny. Traditionally they are used plain, although you will also find printed ones. Whether it's charcoal grey, navy blue or burgundy, the colour of the tie should be in direct harmony with the tone of your suit. The cravat or plastron, on the other hand, is more solemn and tends to be worn with a morning coat or with a suit that necessarily has a waistcoat. The tie has wider blades than a conventional necktie.

Humita

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Also called bow tie or bow tie, it is a sophisticated accessory that can be worn with a bow tie. is used as a complement to formal suits such as tailcoats and tuxedos. In the case of the tailcoat, as the waistcoat is white, the jacket must also be white. Not so in the tuxedo, which tends to be combined with the jacket. Either way, humita has acquired a second life being nowadays very also used by more modern and casual brides and grooms. The latter, who choose them in a variety of colors and with original prints.

Handkerchief or boutonniere

Adrian Guto

Protocol indicates that both accessories should not be worn, although in the end the decision is yours If you're going for a tailcoat, morning coat or tuxedo, ideally you'll want to pair your jacket with a silk handkerchief in your pocket, but if you're going for a less formal suit, then a boutonniere will look great.

The boutonniere consists of a discrete floral arrangement It can be worn over the buttonhole of the left lapel and it is usually combined with the color of the tie or humita, or with some accessory of the bride, for example, with the bouquet of flowers or with the headdress that holds her up-do. It is a nice detail that will bring romanticism to your look.

Collars

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Also called cufflinks or cufflinks, shirt collars are also called correspond to a sophisticated piece of men's jewellery. Although no suit requires it as part of the protocol, grooms who wear tailcoats, tuxedos, tuxedos or formal suits usually incorporate them into their looks. The only requirement to wear them is that the shirt must be double cuffed or French style. That is to say, that it has two eyelets instead of one.

Regarding the materials, the collars can be made of metal such as steel, silver, gold, titanium or precious stones, and can nowadays be customized in an infinite number of designs. You can even engrave the initials of the bride and groom or a short love phrase, if you wish. There are rigid dumbbells or dumbbells with movable parts as a locking system.

Watch

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It's not mandatory either, although wearing a watch will add distinction to your bridal outfit. In that sense, timeless pieces are recommended Three-hand watches are also suitable to wear on your big day, as they exude elegance. However, if you're going for a more casual outfit, a chronograph with a retro feel will be a good choice. Or a sustainable wooden watch if you're going for a country wedding decoration, as well as aeco-friendly celebration.

Belt

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Unlike other accessories, the belt has a practical function For the same reason, it is advisable to choose a dark color or one that blends in with the tone of the suit and the shoes. The most requested by the bride and groom are the narrow natural leather belts with fine buckles because they are comfortable and discreet.

Shoes

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The footwear corresponds to one of the key accessories for the groom For example, for classic, elegant or formal weddings, you can choose between models such as the Oxford, the Legate, the Monk, the Brogue or the Slipper, always in dark colours. For more casual exchanges of gold rings, the range includes alternatives such as the Derby, the Grafton, moccasins or espadrilles. Among all of them you will find shoes with or without laces. The shoes are available in materials such as leather, patent leather, suede or velvet, as well as plain shoes, shoes with punctures, toe caps, buckles or tassels.

Hangers

Leo Basoalto & Mati Rodríguez

Finally, jockstraps have become a garment more and more demanded by brides and grooms. Hipster, rockabilly or vintage-inspired. They are worn without a jacket and are generally accompanied by a jockstrap, which can be of the same colour or a different colour to the jockstraps. However, they must stand out over the shirt. In the case of vintage grooms, they usually complement the look with a beret as well.

Two months away from your wedding ring pose, it's time to start looking for accessories. Just remember to check with your fiancée to see if she will include colors in her jewelry, bridal hairstyle or even her dress, so you can coordinate and look gorgeous on your most special date.