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The Wedding Band ~ some interesting options for men

21 Sunday Jul 2013

Posted by Loretta Jaunzarins in Eco-Friendly, For the Man in Your Life, Wedding Jewelry

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A couple of months ago, one of my readers asked if I could write a post about wedding bands and options for men. To my surprise there are a ton of options for men! So here goes!

Wedding rings have become an almost universal symbol for marriage. And like so many things when it comes to men, they can be rather dull. Most men’s rings are a simple gold band, while we girls can have a plain band or a diamond band, or a sapphire or a ruby or a . . . . . . . . . . .

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Photo Source ~ weddingpicturesweddingphotos.blogspot.com

Men’s wedding bands are actually a new tradition. Sad to say but it really is just a marketing ploy.  Women seem to have been wearing rings since time began, be it an engagement ring or a ring given during the ceremony. They say that it began as a rope tied around a woman’s finger to remind her that she was the hostage of the man who had kidnapped her. Some say the Egyptians invented the modern concept of the wedding ring.  However, until recently, it has always only been women who have worn wedding bands.

The main reason why men never wore wedding rings was because they didn’t have to. Look at societal titles. All men are a ‘Mr’ but women are ‘Miss’ or ‘Mrs’ (now Ms as well). ‘Miss’ is an unmarried young woman while ‘Mrs’ is married or widowed. It was always most important to know who owned who or what (and yes, women were considered a piece of property like anything else a man owned). If you were an unmarried woman, you were “owned” by your father, and therefore free to be pursued for marriage. However, if you wore a ring everyone knew you were married and “owned” by your husband and therefore not available to court. No one ever needed to know if a man was married or not for it did not affect his social status.

A 7th century wedding ring from the Byzantine (modern day Turkey) Empire showing Jesus and the bridal couple. Souce: www.wikipedia.org

A 7th century wedding ring from the Byzantine (modern day Turkey) Empire showing Jesus and the bridal couple. Photo Source ~ wikipedia.org

So what should one do if you want something besides the traditional gold band? (Personally I’m not a fan of men’s jewelry. Not because I don’t like men wearing jewelry, but because it’s all so overly masculine looking.)

Let’s take a look at what some of the options are for wedding bands mainly for men but also for women.

Yellow gold is the most common material used for the band. Interesting to know that gold comes in many colours. Below is a band made out of pink gold which looks a bit like copper:

Pink gold with square cut diamond www.mazaldiamond.com

Pink gold with square cut diamond. Photo source ~ mazaldiamond.com

Here is a white gold band which looks like silver or platinum:

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Photo source ~ album.blogspot.com

Green gold, which is yellow gold that has been mixed with other metals:

Green gold looks yellow with a slight green tint http://www.whiteflash.com/

Green gold looks yellow with a slight green tint. Photo Source ~ whiteflash.com/

Black gold, like green gold, is gold with other elements added to it:

10k Black gold www.ebay.com

10k Black gold. Photo Source ~ ebay.com

There is also blue, purple, grey, and red gold.

Gold is a good choice because it doesn’t tarnish. Gold usually has other metals like copper added to it to give it more strength as it is a very soft metal. The carat number (symbol is K or KT) stamped on the band tells you the purity of the gold. Unlike gems, where their carat is by weight and can go on until eternity in number, gold is by purity and only goes to 24 carats. 24 carats is pure gold and is very bright but soft. While in many parts of the world 24 carat gold jewelry is standard, in North America most everyday jewelry would be 10, 14 or 18 carat gold.  24 carat gold is fine for a dinner ring, but not something that you would wear digging in the garden!

Below I show how the purity content of yellow gold effects the colour:

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Photo Source ~ 10k wayfair.com; 14 k davidweinbergcollection.com;
20 k danielgibbingsjewelry.com; 24k eragem.com

As I write this post gold is selling at just over $1,200.00 an ounce. This results in a high cost for gold jewelry. If a gold ring is not in your budget consider another metal like sterling silver.

In ancient times, and even up to a few hundred years ago, silver was more valued then gold. Sterling Silver in 92.5% silver, the remainder is copper. The real thing will be stamped with the number 925 in the same fashion that a gold ring will have 10k or 18k for its gold content. Sterling Silver is harder then pure silver and silver itself is harder than gold. In the U.S. only silver that is 90% silver (stamp 900) can be called silver. There is also Britannia silver, which is 95.8%, but this is used more for tableware and since it is more pure, is more prone to tarnish. Sterling silver is sometimes plated with very fine silver to give it a shine. It can also be plated with Rhodium or gold.

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It’s good to know that while silver rings can be re-sized (but usually not more than once) much will depend on the ring. Jewelers tend to hesitate in re-sizing a ring with diamonds as the heating process can cause the diamonds to pop out.

A sterling silver ring with diamonds would be difficult to resize because the heating process could cause the diamonds to pop out. Photo Source ~ ebay.com

A sterling silver ring with diamonds would be difficult to re-size because the heating process could cause the diamonds to pop out. Photo Source ~ ebay.com

Another option is a silver-gold alloy, the most common one being Electrum.

Electrum has been valued in the Mediterranean since the beginning of human appreciation of metals. It was valued by the Egyptians, the Hittites, and the Greeks. It is a natural occurring mixture of silver and gold and because it is naturally occurring it can contain 90% gold to a 45-55 split. Sometimes it has copper or other trace elements which will of course give it a different colour.  Because of the silver content it is stronger than gold, but because of the gold, there is no tarnish. It has been called white gold and green gold, but unlike those metals which get their colour from gold being mixed with copper or some other element, electrum is a silver and gold mix with only the slightest traces of other elements.

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Electrum is a natural occuring mix of gold and silver. Photo source ~ worthpoint.com

Below are some interesting metal options for men’s rings which would make for a very distinct ring.

Tumbaga is a Spanish name for a gold and copper alloy from South America. These distinct rings are not readily available so you would have to consult with a jeweler to have one custom made or find one from a designer on Etsy.

http://www.verygarcia.co.uk/

A ring made from tumbaga. Photo source ~ verygarcia.co.uk

Shibuichi, which means ‘one fourth’, is a Japanese alloy of silver, copper with a hint gold. Custom rings are unique in that they embrace imperfections compared to mass produced jewelry. Below a women’s ring (photo source ~ tumbler.com); bottom left a men’s ring from Stones Throw Studio; on right, rings from designer Daniel Icaza.

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Another material you may want to consider is Platinum. Platinum looks like silver or white gold. Like gold, Platinum is sometimes mixed with other alloys, so check that when you are looking into it. For a ring you want the other alloys to be a either cobalt or ruthenium which will make it harder and less likely to get warped from wear. Platinum is heavier then gold so you may want to take your man with you when choosing and see what is comfortable on his hand. Platinum can be twice as expensive as 18k gold, however, it is longer lasting and since it is worth more, can be more of an investment.

Men's platimun rings. Photo source ~ left groomsguidefor wedding.com and right, custommade.com

Men’s platimun rings. Photo source ~ left, groomsguideforwedding.com and right, custommade.com

If you like Platinum, but don’t have a load of cash, check out rings made of Palladium.

http://www.gemvara.com/

Men’s knotted ring made of Palladium. Photo source ~ gemvara.com.

Palladium does not tarnish and unlike gold it is hypoallergenic. Platinum can cost over $1300 an ounce, while palladium is around $300.  

Now-a-days even metals that are not considered “precious” are being used for jewelry.

Tungsten. Every time I hear this metal I say in my head, “I need Tungsten to live. . . TUNGSTEN!”  Ah, The Simpsons . . . how you have ruined me!

http://stevenericson.net/

Tungsten ring. Photo source ~ stevenericson.net

Tungsten is very hard and therefore very durable. This may be a good idea for a man who has a dirty job, or who works with his hands a lot. An FYI, tungsten is so hard that in a emergency it can’t be cut off . . . so, there have been times where the finger was what got cut off instead. The good news is that it’s not that expensive! There are many tungsten wedding bands available on Etsy.

Zirconium – not to be confused with the synthetic gemstone cubic zirconia – is new to the jewelry world.  It is not a natural metal, but is made from purifying zircon with chlorine. It is sometimes mixed with titanium. It is tough and inexpensive to buy. While it does not tarnish easily it can scratch. Zirconium bands come in grayish white and also black. Black zirconium is simply oxidized gray zirconium, which is why black is better for jewelry since its already oxidized and won’t discolour. I found many cool and unusual zirconium bands at Love2Have and Stonebrook Jewelry on Etsy.

Zirconium wedding bands. Photo source ~ top left and bottom right: love2have.co.uk. Top right and bottom left: Stonebrook Jewelry

Zirconium wedding bands. Photo source ~ top left and bottom right: love2have.co.uk. Top right and bottom left: Stonebrook Jewelry.

Titanium rings are durable, do not tarnish and are inexpensive. This metal is non-toxic, non-tarnishing, and hypoallergenic. However, it is hard to re-size metals like these because their strength, so make sure that it is the right size for your man. For more information on titanium go to titaniumrings.com.

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Titanium ring. Photo source ~ thegloss.com.

You could also think about a non-metal materials like wood. Wooden rings are a great alternative for those with allergies or if the traditional materials are just too expensive. Wood rings are also socially responsible since wood does not have to be mined nor does it even need to be cut down as the ring can be made from re-used materials. The downside is that they are not as long lasting and you really have to take care of it. So no washing dishes or mixing cement with it on! Below are pictures of wooden wedding bands from the Canadian company Touch Wood Rings. Another great site is Simply Wood Rings.

Wooden wedding bands from Touch Wood Rings.

Beautiful wooden wedding bands from Touch Wood Rings.

Wedding bands can also be custom made from materials that are meaningful to you, like grandpas old broken violin or guitar that is up in the attic and then set with a diamond from grandma’s old broach.

Rings can be made from guitar or violin strings and a stone or gem attached. Photo source ~ artfire.com

Rings can be made from guitar or violin strings and a stone or gem attached. Photo source ~ artfire.com
The last thing i will like to talk about is sizing. This is important if the ring is going to be a surprise or if your going for a harder material. If he has a ring that he wears a lot you can circle it on a paper, from the inside and outside, or print off one of these charts and size it up:
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But again, if you are going for something like Tungsten, you may want him to go with you and try things on, or even pick it out for it can’t be re-size easily.

Hope you enjoyed the post. It’s amazing the options there are for men when it comes to wedding bands. Down the road I will do a post about inserts, like diamonds, rubies and the like as well as design options!

~ Jordin

A very Murdochian Wedding ~ Men’s

03 Wednesday Apr 2013

Posted by Loretta Jaunzarins in Accessories, For the Man in Your Life, Wedding Themes

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With shows like Murdoch Mysteries and Downton Abbey, the turn of the 20th century is a very popular look for weddings these days, especially for men. The high collar and puff ties of this era do have a certain, ‘je ne sais quoi’, (having a certain something) do they not?

Photo Source ~ The Hooded Utilitarian

Photo Source ~ The Hooded Utilitarian

But, there is more to getting this look by simply putting a man in a suit, and I have found the perfect website to help you with this!

The Gentleman’s Emporium has everything you need to make your man as dandy as William Murdoch. You can even take advantage of this site to get very unique outfits for all the gentlemen in your wedding party. Based out of Virginia, they ship to almost anywhere. (See their website for more information on your country.)

Just be a bit careful when purchasing, for they also have Regency clothing, which is the early 19th century and the look is very different from the late 19th/ early 20th centuries. I will do a blog post on a Regency theme wedding later this year.

The Gentleman’s Emporium makes it easy for you to outfit your man. They offer complete apparel for a Murdochian Wedding. All prices are in American dollars:

Suits:

Left ~ Graydon Wentworth - approx $769.15 (US); Centre ~  Gustave Wagner - approx $474.10 (US); Right ~ J.T Farnsworth - approx $724.60 (US)

Left ~ Graydon Wentworth – approx $769.15; Centre ~ Gustave Wagner – approx $474.10; Right ~ J.T Farnsworth – approx $724.60.

Individual Jackets:

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Top left ~Ensign Wool Jacket – $139.95; Top right ~ Victorian Formal Tail Coat – $198.00; Bottom left ~ Velvet Smoking Jacket – $124.95; Bottom right ~ Vienna Brocade Tail Coat ~ $359.95.

and vests:

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Left ~ Ambassador  – $64.95; Centre ~ Aristocrat (Vienna brocade) – $99.95; Right ~ Brisbane – $49.95.

They also have accessories like hats:

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Left ~ Victorian Top Hat, black – $94.95; Centre ~ Slouch Hat, brown – $64.95; Right ~ Tall Derby, brown – $46.95.

The most beautiful pocket watches ever!!!

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Top left ~ Filigree with black pearl finish – $24.95; Top centre ~ Mechanical with Silver Lacy Design – $34.95; Top right ~ antique gold zodiac design – $24.95; Bottom left ~ Mechanical with ornate window, antique gold $39.95; Bottom centre ~  Mechanical with antique gold rotary design – $39.95; Bottom right ~ Sprockets with antique gold design – $24.95.

Cravats, Ascots, Puff Ties and Bow Ties:

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Top row (left to right): Satin Puff Tie ~ Silver $19.95; Deluxe Western Bow Tie ~ Black $19.95; Deluxe Floppy Bow Tie ~$ 19.95; Classic Cotton Cravat ~ Black $19.95.

Bottom row (left to right): Satin Puff Tie, Crimson Comstock ~ $19.95; Vivid Paisley Ascot ~ Silver, $19.95; Bow Tie~ Brown Huxley Stripe $9.95; Deluxe Continental Cross Tie ~ $19.95.

And monocles, tie tacks and walking sticks:

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Left: Glass Handheld Magnifying Monocle with Chain ~ $8.95; Centre: Faceted Diamond Tie Tack ~$9.95; Right: Faceted Deep Sapphire Tie Tack ~$9.95.

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Left: Jade Tie Tack ~ $14.95; Centre: Mother of Pearl Tie Tack ~$14.95; Right: Tigers Eye Tie Tack ~ $14.95.

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Left: Compass Walking Stick ~ $39.95; Centre: Filigree Walking Stick, Faux Ivory $39.95; Right: Serpent Walking Stick~ Silver $39.95.

They also have final touches like:

Taupe Silk Sleeve Garter~ $14.95

Taupe Silk Sleeve Garter ~ $14.95

Men's Spats, White ~ $24.95

Men’s Spats, White ~ $24.95

Men’s Collars:

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Left: Detachable Cotton Collar: Banker ~ $7.95; Centre: Detachable Cotton Collar: High Stand ~ $7.95; Right: Detachable Cotton Collar: Wing Tip ~ $7.95.

Wow! A Murdochian Wedding is within reach! Please send me your photos and a write up for me to post on my blog!

And, I’m currently working on a post focusing on Victorian wear for the ladies and also on turn of the century locations available for weddings and photos, some of which are actually in the show Murdoch Mysteries!!!

All the best! Jordin

Topping UP!

24 Thursday May 2012

Posted by Loretta Jaunzarins in For the Man in Your Life

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It’s been a great adventure learning and sharing about accessories for men from boutonnieres to tie pins to cufflinks to pocket watches. Today we’ll “top it off” with my post on hats!

While a hat is always a great addition to a suit, both casual and formal, most men feel intimidated by hats and most of that intimidation comes from not being acquainted with proper hat etiquette for men. Before you run away, please see my article on hat ettiquette for men and you’ll discover that knowing a few of the basic rules will give you the confidence to wear this final touch to a great ensemble! (Just remember that the rules around hats are different for men and women. No offense men, but you have the rules! But knowing and practicing the etiquette around hats will make you stand out from the crowd!)

Some common hats for men to wear at weddings are:

The Top Hat

Photo ~ F. Martin Ramin for The Wall Street Journal

The top hat is a classic and very sexy addition to a man already wearing a morning coat or cut away tuxedo. However, most men probably will feel silly and be cracking Abe Lincoln jokes all day. But all kidding aside, the top hat is “tres cool” for a more formal wedding or Victorian look. Top hats come in varying sizes and colors and you can probably get one for under a $100.00.

The Bank of England’s head gatekeeper from wsj.com

In the Niagara region go to Hats Wear It’s At on Ottawa Street North in Hamilton. Suzanne can help you find the perfect one, and even do special ordering for you. As I said, the top hat is great if you want a more formal look or are going for a Victorian theme. I found the best sites for sexy men in morning coats and top hats is to view pictures from the Royal Ascot in Britain. While the Royal Ascot may have the air of being a bit stuffy, people who attend often show off their fun side and can give us some great ideas for weddings. Even the men can be colourful with pink ties or pink top hats and still look sophisticated and dashing! You can have lots of fun with a top hat!

           

Photo Sources for these Royal Ascot shots: huffingtonpost.com; windsorformalhire.com; vogue.co.uk and the preppyprincess.com

But if a top hat doesn’t seem to be your style and you still would like to wear a hat consider some of these:

The Bowler Hat

The Bowler Hat is a universal hat for men (and women too!) that can fit with most outfits whether you are wearing one on an everyday basis or adding a classy touch to your wedding attire.

Charlie Chaplin’s famous bowler hat in the film “The Kid”. Source: dolomyte.com

Charlie Chaplain (one of the most influential and creative personalities of the silent film era) and then Laural and Hardy made the bowler hat popular in the early 20th century. But its popularity didn’t stop there. Although we didn’t see much of the bowler hat in the 1960’s it has been popular for men and women since the 70’s. I think that it is now an enduring classic and not just a fad.

Photo Source: Wikipedia

The Fedora

The Fedora or “gangster hat” was popular from the 1920’s – 50’s. This hat gives a more informal but still fancy look to your groom. One of Mike’s many hats on our wedding day was a black fedora. The fedora is a great hat for a prohibition themed wedding or 1940-50’s style wedding.

A “prohibition era” or “gangster” themed wedding calls for a fedora.

Have fun dressing up your man! I hope you can encourage him to considering wearing some of the accessories I have featured over the past couple of weeks and perhaps even a hat.

Photo credits: marilynkeepsakes.com; annesage.come; artisanstudio.com and manolobrides.com

 

 

 

 

I don’t have a clue yet as to what next week’s post will be about but I know I’ll have fun putting it together and I truly hope you’ll like it too!

All the best! Jordin

More for Your Man!

14 Monday May 2012

Posted by Loretta Jaunzarins in For the Man in Your Life

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Last week I posted on all kinds of lovely accessories for the groom on his special wedding day. These accessories can also be picked up by the men in the party.  Today I’m continuing with three more accessories one of which is making a come back – the waistcoat, cummerbund and pocket watch!

Wow! From suitupp.com

Although they are not part of the standard men’s outfit any more, the image of the pocket watch still has hold over our imaginations. And really, it’s just plain sexy to see a man in a suit with a pocket watch! What a fashion statement!

However, pocket watches can be a bit difficult to find but don’t give up men if you are interested in wearing one at your wedding! Here are some places to start your search. Go to a jewelry or watch shop and see what they have to offer or suggest. Consider a pawn shop or on-line at sites like Ebay. If you only want to wear one for decoration, you can probably get a good deal on one that doesn’t work. However, on Ebay you can find very nice ones for under $20.00.

If you are considering wearing a pocket watch, they look best when worn with a vest, as in the picture above, and worn on the left. The folks at www.suitupp.com recommend not wearing a pocket watch with very tight pants as the idea is that the watch must come easily out of your pocket with one simple yank. You should never have to fumble about for your pocket watch. Part of the fashion statement is not only the watch but how you access it. So practice this a few times before the big day. It will only add to your appeal!

Pictured:a square French  pocket watch at www.dreamsteam.com; Chaika watch at www.gsz.corporation.com; a Russian pocket watch from www.alibaba.com; and a Celtic pocket watch at www.curigwelshgifts.co.uk. These are examples of some more expensive watches, but as I wrote above, visit Ebay for some very good deals!

 

The Waistcoat

While other pieces of clothing began as functional and practical pieces which eventually made their way into formal ensembles the waistcoat started off that way as a creation of King Charles II in the mid 17th century after seeing the garment brought back by visitors to Persia. I think Charles was very perceptive when it came to men’s fashions because the waistcoat is a dynamic piece of men’s attire!

French waistcoat circa 1790 from kci.or.jp; tartan waistcoat by designer Vivienne Westwood at stylecompare.co.uk; royaltextilesindia.com and finally my hero Cpt Jack Sparrow (Johnny Depp) at mythicalmonkeyblogspot.com

 

The Cummerbund

A cummerbund is a sash worn around the waist.

 

 

Funny that the cummerbund, which originally started off as an option with informal summer jackets for men, evolved to become a fancy pleated sash that is worn with a tuxedo. Where once they had a more practical purpose – someplace to stash your opera tickets – today they are strictly for aesthetic purposes.  A cummerbund can be worn with your tuxedo with or without a vest/waist coat but not with a doublebreasted vest. And, while a vest need not be worn with a tuxedo at a formal/black tie affair, a tuxedo is never worn without a cummerbund. Photo: www.jbellendir.com.

While there are some “rules” around wearing a cummerbund, the cummerbund continues to evolve and is one accessory that is again being used in less formal situations and now can be made of interesting fabrics or a rainbow of colours especially when being worn for weddings. It’s proven to be an accessory that is truly an accessory and can be very impressive and fun at the same time! Above: 100% cotton bow ties and cummerbunds from www.charlottesville-weddings.com.

Cummerbunds seem to be going full circle again and becoming a smart informal accessory for men. So don’t think it’s something that can only be worn for your wedding and returned with the rest of the tuxedo. Consider making it part of your everyday attire!

The ones pictured above are by designer Bernhard Willhelm found at artschoolvets.com.

On the right: Some fun cummerbunds with matching bow ties from www.letsbepreppy.com.

Enjoy and have fun choosing your accessories for your wedding. From formal to casual you can be a hug hit!

All the best! Jordin

Dressin’ Up Your Man!

07 Monday May 2012

Posted by Loretta Jaunzarins in For the Man in Your Life

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I’m so envious of men! From all appearances they are so easy to dress.  Just put them in pants with a jacket and a good pair of Italian shoes and your done!  Being so easy what can a girl possibly do to make her man and his boys a little more fancy then just pants, jacket and shoes for the wedding? Some of these suggestions may be quite familiar but are often forgotten with the main focus being on the bride and her ladies! Don’t forget to dress up the men a bit because most men clean-up really good and can turn some heads themselves!

The Boutonniere:

A standard part of the wedding uniform the boutonniere is an inexpensive way to savvy things up. Depending on the type of flower you chose a boutonniere shouldn’t cost more than $15-20. They are a great way to get you and your man to match as you can take almost any flower in your bouquet and put it into a boutonniere (except for flowers like hydrangeas which are big, they wilt and fall apart easily.) Be sure to avoid dyed flowers because they can leave a stain on the suit and on your dress. Consider something different from the traditional red rose and baby’s breath. Most florists have interesting combinations using heather, berries, colour wire, and even feathers for some extra pizzaz!

One thing I am always asked is how to pin on a boutonniere and on what side of the jacket do you pin it? The boutonniere is always pinned on the left lapel using a pearl headed pin on the underside. Here’s a quick youtube video from www.wedding-flowers-guide.com. And, just in case you were wondering, women always wear a corsage on the right. Why? As my grandma used to tell me, that way you don’t crush your corsage!

A very creative and show-stopping boutonniere from weddingbells.ca
 

The Handkerchief

Handkerchiefs are also an inexpensive way to dress up your man. More reliable than a boutonniere they won’t wilt or get crushed when hugging guests! You’ll find some wonderful ones in a range of colours at Buy4Less Tuxedo. A good idea, whether you are using flowers or fabric is to have the groom in one colour and the rest of the men in your wedding party in another.  This will not only be aesthetically pleasing, but will allow guests to easily identify the groom. This is most helpful for guests who have never met your groom! And don’t forget that the groom can wear both a boutonniere and handkerchief as illustrated above.

 

Photo Credits:weddingdrea.com; perfectly-groomed.co.uk;brideandsoul.net

The Tie Pin

Tie pins are functional and decorative.  Essentially, they are to prevent the tie from moving around on you. Don’t get bogged down on their practicality because they can add some nice bling!  There are a few different options for this, a tie clip, tack, bar or chain.  Tie clips and bars go across the tie while the tie tack is a pin that goes through the tie and there is a back bar that attaches to the shirt.  Although tie tacks allow for the possibility of a semi-precious stone to be added they can damage the tie, so if you are renting this is probably not a good idea.

Below a mother-of-pearl and silver tie tack created by Zuni silversmith D. Chavez, a pearl and silver baseball tie tack at www.paynesjewelry.com, a steampunk Gruen clockwork design tie tack from London Particulars on Etsy and silver panpipes from www.badalijewelry.com.

 

Choose a tie tack or pin that reflects your culture, a talent, an interest or a fashion statement.

The Cufflink

Cufflinks can add that tiny touch of bling to a man’s ensemble without being overly noticeable. They are the added and final touch that tells people that he’s put together down to the last detail. They can range from silly (remember the Simpsons and the piggy cufflinks?) to plain with gold or silver plating, to really fancy with semi-precious inlays like mother of pearl or make from recycled materials.  And just like other accessories they come in all shapes including knots, circles, squares, and even flowers!

 

These rhodium plated cufflinks featuring black and clear crystals can be found at cuffwear.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Did I say that guys are same old, same old when it comes to their attire for the wedding? Wow, was I ever wrong. Their choices are just as exciting and interesting as the bride and her ladies. Don’t hesitate guys! Knock ’em dead!

 

To learn how to fold a handkerchief so your man can look just as stunning in pink go to www.wedbits.com.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

All the best! Jordin

PS: while I love the look of traditional attire for men I really like what neo-Victorian steampunk sites have to off the guys from formal wear for grooms to all their accessories.

 

Source ~ gloriaharchar.com

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February 2012

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