Essential Wedding Suit Accessories for Men: The Complete Groom’s Guide

When you’ve finally chosen the perfect suit for your big day—perhaps the best-selling Madrid Navy or Mayfair Stone—you may feel like your work is done. But what truly separates a well-dressed groom from a show-stopping one? The answer lies in the accessories.

From carefully selected ties and pocket squares to the perfect shirt and shoes, wedding suit accessories add personality, depth and polish to your look. In this guide, we break down the essential accessories every groom should consider, using inspiration from the curated Paul Andrew collection.

Why Accessories Matter

Think of accessories as the final brushstrokes on a masterpiece. They allow you to:

• Reflect your personality without overshadowing your suit

• Harmonise your look with your wedding theme or bride’s attire

• Add texture, colour and detail for visual interest in photos

• Stand out confidently without appearing overdone
  
  

Whether you’re aiming for timeless elegance or modern flair, accessories are your secret weapon.

The Tie: Centrepiece of the Groom’s Ensemble

Styles available at Paul Andrew:

• Plain

• Paisley

• Textured

• Polka Dot

• Bow Tie
  
  

Popular Colours: Black, Navy, Blue, Green, Brown, Red, Pink, Silver, Peach

Your tie sets the tone—both figuratively and literally. It’s often the first thing guests notice and plays a key role in complementing your suit and overall wedding aesthetic.

Recommendation: For navy suits like the Madrid Navy, try a pale pink or silver paisley tie for contrast. For beige tones like Mayfair Stone, earth-toned textured ties in brown or green add warmth and depth.

Bow Ties vs. Neck Ties:
Bow ties are ideal for formal, evening weddings, while textured or paisley neckties offer versatility for daytime or rustic events.

The Shirt: Your Suit’s Silent Partner

A crisp, well-fitted shirt acts as the base layer for your accessories. For a classic look, white is non-negotiable. But don’t shy away from light blues or blush pinks—especially in spring or summer ceremonies.

Style Note: A pink shirt with the Madrid Navy suit paired with a navy paisley tie creates a visually balanced, photo-ready ensemble.

Pocket Squares: Small Touch, Big Impact

Though not always essential, a pocket square elevates your style without much effort. It’s also a chance to subtly tie your outfit to your wedding colour scheme.

Pro Tips:

• Don’t match your pocket square exactly to your tie—coordinate, don’t clone.

• For patterned ties, stick with a plain square (or vice versa).

• Fold styles matter: puff fold for romantic flair, square fold for clean minimalism.
  
  

Shoes: Where Style Meets Function

Your footwear needs to balance aesthetics with comfort—after all, you'll be on your feet for hours.

Classic Choices:

• Brown Brogues – Ideal with navy or beige suits.

• Black Oxfords – Best paired with black or charcoal suits.

• Tan Loafers – For summer or destination weddings with relaxed dress codes.
  
  

Don’t Forget: Match your belt to your shoes—if you’re wearing one.

Waistcoats: Formality with Flair

Waistcoats aren’t just for tradition—they help define the torso, add depth and give you something sharp to wear when the jacket comes off for dancing.

Go for:

• Contrasting waistcoats (grey with navy suits)

• Matching 3-piece sets for unity

• Tweed or textured styles for rustic weddings
  
  

Coordinating for the Wedding Party

Accessories are also how you unify your wedding party without matching everyone identically. Consider:

• Groomsmen in similar ties but different colours
  
  

• Ring bearers or page boys in mini versions of your look (Paul Andrew offers boys’ ties in matching prints)
  
  

• Complimentary accessories for the best man to set him apart slightly
  
  

Final Touches: Don’t Over-Accessorise

A common mistake is overloading. Your accessories should complement your look, not compete with it. Stick to:

• One Statement Tie

• One Pocket Square (optional)

• Smart Shoes

• Coordinated Belt

• Crisp Shirt

• Optional Waistcoat or Lapel Pin
  
  

Less is more when elegance is your goal.

Build Your Look with Paul Andrew

Paul Andrew makes it easy to build your complete wedding day look in one place, with expertly designed accessories curated to complement their top-selling suits.

• Shop Ties by Colour & Style

• Browse Shirts

• Explore 3-Piece Suits

• Boys’ Ties for Coordinated Looks
  
  

Final Thoughts

In the end, it’s not just about what you wear—but how you wear it. With the right wedding suit accessories, you won’t just look like a groom. You’ll look like the groom. Every tie, every fold and every polished detail contributes to your confidence, comfort and the legacy of your wedding day photos.

At Paul Andrew, it’s all in the details—and the accessories speak volumes.