The choices :

• Purchase a suit off-the-rack from a department store or an international label boutique.
• Have a suit made-to-measure at custom-tailors.

The advantages of made-to-measure :

• Input from a professional custom-tailor or designer.
• A variety of fabrics to choose from, catering to a range of budgets.
• A better fit when compared to a suit bought 'off-the-peg'.
• Exclusivity, as the suit is made specifically to your requirements rather than mass produced.

Some issues to take note of:

• Browse men's magazines to have an idea of the latest trends and fabric choices.
• Identify styles that catch your fancy.
• Ask around for recommendations when deciding on which custom-tailors to visit.
• A trendy design or a classic cut?
• Take into consideration our weather conditions when selecting fabric.
• Choose a design that complements your fiancées bridal gown, and the formality of your wedding.

When contemplating on which type of suit to select, the aim really, is to complement the bride’s wedding gown. A dark suit for the day, normally in black or dark grey is a lasting favourite. Paired with a crisp shirt either in white or ivory to complement the bride, as well as a coloured tie, the look is both classic and gentlemanly.

Those who are fashion savvy and who have the flair and verve even go as far as dressing in white. It makes a bold statement but not everyone can carry-off such a look.

Of course the piece de resistance in every man’s wardrobe would have to be the tuxedo. Suave, debonair and sophisticated – that’s a man in a tux. A pleated tuxedo shirt, a satin bow-tie and cufflinks add to the formality of this look.