As the father of the bride or groom, you want to look your absolute best – you have an important role to play throughout the entire wedding after all. From walking the bride down the aisle, delivering an embarrassing yet cute speech, to being picture perfect and having the father-daughter dance, you want to not only look like you are part of the wedding party but look stylish too.
Here are a few style tips to remember when thinking about how to dress dad:
Follow the general dress code
If the wedding is black tie, the classic tuxedo is your go-to. If the dress code is formal to semi-formal, wear a suit of your choice and add accents in the colour of the day. For an outdoor or beach wedding, keep it laid back with a casual chino and an open-collared shirt.
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Match the style of the groom and groomsmen
Generally, the fathers should fit in with the groom. Not an identical match per se, but they can co-ordinate to some degree to form unity. Try to stay away from colours that would clash with the bridal party – we all love coordination in the photos! For the father of the bride, it’s also a good idea to have some element that correlates with the bride, like a boutonniere with a flower that matches her bouquet, to make dad stand out.
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Forget office wear
This is not the same. Wedding attire should look special and differentiate from your regular office day look. This is the day you can overdress slightly. Your suit should be clean, crisp, ironed and tailored to fit you perfectly.
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Consider your accessories
Your accessories can be part of the dress code and it could be sentimentally significant too. Keep in mind that less is more, so don’t overdo it with accessories. Consider these:
- A boutonniere, which is the small flower arrangement worn on the lapel of a suit
- A quirky pocket square
- Cufflinks
- Lapel pin
- Tie clip
- Personalised socks
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Talk to your dad!
Communicate with your dad, ensure that what he wears is suited for the big day, that it fits him well and that he is comfortable and happy. Dad needs to feel dapper too!
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Generally speaking, when you think of wedding decor, you think of flowers. While flowers are gorgeous, they can be very expensive and often go to waste once the reception is over – which is why many couples are moving away from solely decorating with flowers and incorporating other decor elements into their wedding.
There are many ways to decorate beautifully without using flowers. Here are a few:
Fairy lights
Fairy lights definitely bring a fairytale feeling and you can put them anywhere and everywhere.
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Candlelight
Candles evoke a sense of romance as well as sophistication.
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Macrame
The diversity of macrame will allow you to use it in a number of decorative ways.
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Fringing
Fringe decoration is also diverse in terms of colour and type of material used, allowing you to really play around with it.
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Balloon installations
Balloon installations can be done in a number of ways and with a number of colours and sizes. Extra decor can also be added in-between the balloons if desired.
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Dessert tables
A great focal point for wedding decor – the contents of the dessert table act as decor and also feed your guests.
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Furniture
Using furniture that relates to your theme makes a big impression.
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The big day is fast approaching, but how do you make sure your skin stays in check? Whether you’re the groom, a groomsman, or simply a guest, you’ll reap the benefits of adopting a proper skincare routine, and treating yourself every now and then. Here are 5 skincare tips that every guy should know:
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1. Daily cleansing
Sounds like a simple task, but it is all about consistency. This should be done every day, morning and evening. We don’t realise the amount of dirt that our skin comes into contact with from the polluted air, along with touching our faces throughout the day. Cleansing properly ensures that these impurities are effectively removed, to give your skin the best chance at being healthy.
2. Hydration is key
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Hydrated skin appears healthier and plumper, and develops wrinkles at a slower rate. Beside drinking an adequate amount of water, try to ensure that your skincare products contain an added H2O boost that your skin will thank you for, such as hyaluronic acid and glycerin.
3. Exfoliate, exfoliate, exfoliate
For a deeper clean, exfoliate your skin bi-weekly with a scrub that can reach a little deeper than just the surface. Exfoliating helps remove dead skin cells and gives you a brighter complexion over time. Exfoliants don’t necessarily have to be very abrasive either, as a gentle one with slow, circular motions will do the job just as well.
4. Sunscreen is crucial
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We cannot stress this enough. The sun’s UV rays cause a lot of damage to our skin far beyond what we see. Wrinkles, sunspots and cancer are just some of the side effects that come with not being adequately protected. SPF 30 is a good protection level whether you’re in direct sunlight or not.
5. Swop your razor cartridges regularly
It’s very important to replace your razor cartridge on a 6-8 shave basis. Razor hygiene is really important in keeping your skin free from razor burn and ingrown hairs. Change the blade often to ensure better hygiene, which in turn would give you better skin.
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The wedding bouquet is one of the most important elements on the big day. As a bride makes her way down the aisle, she holds a bouquet of flowers. It’s a pretty embellishment that completes the bride’s look. Take a look at a few of the different types of wedding bouquets:
Nosegay
A small flower bouquet that features tightly packed flowers of the same length.
Hand-tied
The most popular choice among brides, the hand-tied bouquet is a simple and elegant choice. It consists of a bunch of flowers tied with a ribbon or florist wire.
Biedermeier
The biedermeier is similar to the nosegay bouquet. However, the biedermeier is tightly arranged to form a circle. It usually features a contrast of colour for a dramatic flare.
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Cascade
If you’re looking for a statement, opt for the cascade bouquet. This flowing flower arrangement is a classic and can be customised according to size preference.
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Composite
The composite bouquet is very detailed bouquet and is made up of hundreds of single petals that have been tied together on a single stem. It gives the illusion of it being one flower.
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Pomander
This bouquet forms a ball shape of flowers. It is usually carried with a ribbon or rope loop.
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Single Stem
A single flower is held by the bride. This is a simple and classic look, especially if the flower is quite unique.
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