Weddings Summer 2012 > Grooms

Against Nature Atelier

This atelier is the dapper groom’s go-to for bespoke attire. Suits (from $3,250) take six to ten weeks to make; shirts start at $350, cuff links at $250.

Alan David Custom

Run by fourth-generation owner Alan Horowitz, this family-operated business makes every suit by hand in its New York factory, with a custom pattern for each client ($850–$1,595). They also do tuxes ($895–$1,695), sport coats ($650–$1,095), and trousers ($165–$295).

A.P.C.

With its narrow, European-style fit, this Über-hip French brand’s clothes are perfect for a casual, outdoor wedding. A black jacket made of light alpaca wool is an option for more formal affairs ($515). The store also offers ties in myriad hues (from $75).

Ascot Chang

This Hong Kong import caters to the more conservative groom. Although the boutique offers prêt-à-porter styles (from $2,100), most customers have their tuxedos made to order—from a choice of more than 3,500 fabrics (from $3,000).

Baldwin Formals

Rent or buy all manner of formal attire in this welcoming store, which has everything from morning suits to tuxedo standards by Joseph Abboud and Calvin Klein. Purchase prices start at $495; rentals range from $115 to $200. (good value)

BindleandKeep.com

This new bespoke-menswear company will fit grooms with suits of the finest fabrics right in their homes, offices, or any other place of their choosing within the five boroughs.Custom-made suits start at $695, and parties of five or more receive a 10 percent discount, making this an appealing option for groomsmen.

Bonobos.com

This site is all about the shirts, suits, and trousers—and reasonably priced ones, at that (suits start at $395). The label’s cuts cater to all body types, with styles ranging from preppy to flamboyant, and it stocks tons of accessories (ties start at $60).

Brioni

This luxe brand’s narrow Italian cuts make for famously clean silhouettes. The tuxedo, fashioned with the groom’s choice of fabric, lapels, and fit, should be ready in six to eight weeks (from $7,500).

Brooks Brothers

This American classic offers a number of traditional styles of suits that can be personalized by the groom ($598–$1,900). Tuxes run from $698 to $1,900. Alterations take up to a week.

Charles Tyrwhitt

The classic Jermyn Street shirtmaker carries oxfords (from $450) and dress shirts (from $139) in almost every shade imaginable. Lively ties abound (from $100); jackets start at $650. (good value)

D&G

Dolce & Gabbana’s sassier spinoff caters to the svelte and stylish. Its blazers (from $615) are skinny, and the casual trousers (from $295) are even skinnier. Suits start at $1,170.

From the Summer 2012 New York Wedding Guide