Weddings have a way of forcing men to reckon with their wardrobes. In a world where dress codes have steadily relaxed, formalwear has become the exception rather than the rule. And yet, certain occasions still demand it: weddings, funerals and – God forbid – court appearances. The problem is, as suits have receded from daily life, so has the knowledge of how to wear one.
In my years writing about menswear, I’ve seen a recurring drama unfold: men who delay, who misjudge, who seek out tailors too late. The suit is too tight or too loose.
