or 14 The Dallas Post Dallas, PA Wednesday, September 18, 1991 Fall Bridal Showcase | Flowers and love songs create aura of beauty GROOM GARB: Stylish ‘men choose altar couture | By Mike Dale ‘Copley News Service | Many men aren’t sure what to wear for work and play each day, ~ let alone planning a smashing en- semble for their wedding day. But the choosing becomes easi- er, say the experts, when you nar: row your thoughts to these param- eters: When is the wedding — spring, summer, fall, winter? What time of day will the ceremony and re- ception occur? Will you include a wedding party? How big? What kind of wedding will it be — tradi- tional, eccentric or simple? FORMAL WEDDINGS Very formal daytime weddings ~ should see the groom festooned in a cutaway, long jacket in black or gray, trousers with a classic side stripe, a white shirt with wing col- lar, French cuffs and studs, a vest, a cummerbund, an ascot or four- ~ in-one hand tie, black dress shoes (white: May-September) and matching hat/gloves and. over- coat. Grooms with formal evening weddings (ceremony after 6 p.m.) should sport black trousers and coat with a white vest, cummer- ‘bund and tie. Also think about donning a black top hat and white - gloves tied together by a black or gray overcoat. SEMIFORMAL WEDDINGS WEDFACTS The average honeymoon lasts 9 days and costs $3,200 Popular honeymoon destinations from a recent survey Southern states 8.3% California 6.0% Western states 5.9% Northeast states 5.2% { North Central i states 3.8% Pennsylvania 3.4% International trips 32.7% SOURCE: Bride's magazine Copley News Service There's one big difference be- tween formal weddings and semi- formal ceremonies: Eliminate the hat/glove/overcoat combination, as well as the ascot. All else remains the same. Wear a matching or contrasting jacket, trousers, shirt, cummerbund, vest and tie. INFORMAL WEDDINGS Day or night, a business suit will suffice for informal weddings. Choose black, gray, navy, dark blue or white, with coordinating tie. As for eccentric wedding bashes, you're limited only by your imagination. TUXEDO HUNTING How can the groom be sure he’s making the right choice? Start by seeking the advice of a professional at a formal-wear shop. Ask about single-breasted vs. double-breasted jackets. "There’s a difference between shawl, peaked and notched collars. Bow ties, ascots and four-in-hand neckwear give certain feels. And cuff links, studs, pocket squares and suspenders add the coup de grace in any ensemble. Look for a clean, well-main- tained and professional formal- wear shop. Be sure it offers na- tional labels. Grooms-to-be should visit several shops and try on dif- ferent styles. Do your initial shopping three to six months before the wedding, which is especially important dur- ing the spring and summer. The final look of your ensemble is determined by the cut qf the coat and its lapels, the type of shirt, vest or cummerbund, fabric of the clothing and the colors of the outfit. When picking up the suit — two to three days in advance of The Day — make sure there are no stains, fabric snags or cigarette burns, and count buttons on the jacket. Don’t take anything for granted on one of the most im- portant days of your life. GROOMING A FASHION PLATE For this season, grooms are opt- ing for a more contemporary look. “Formal wear is following the fashion world,” says Susan Dionne of The Grief Companies, the New York-based men’s tailoring outfit. Shoulders are softer, fabrics are sensual to the touch, the lines are easy on the eye, the fit is less stuf- fy than traditional English formal For the Bride or Attendents 14K Gold Bracelet & Neck Chain 20% OFF Osfar ROTH oo Saweln 675-2623 J ST - Paper Party Supplies Complete line of paper » napkins, paper plates, paper > table covers, cups, crepe paper, streamers and wedding accessories. * Doves & Dolls Cake Tops “For the sophisticated bride — design your sizes and styles, etc. (Lighted or not lighted). * Rentals on Wishing Wells * Candles (Unity). © Large Lace Parasols *29.” * Curling Ribbon * Invitations (Discounted) * Helium Balloons © Opalescent Paper 10% OFF WITH THIS AD! (Exp. 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