Groom Style Evolution: Chocolate Brown Suits and Personal Tailoring
When planning his wedding day attire, groom Marcus admitted to going back and forth between a baggier, more hip silhouette and a classic suit, according to his interview details. He ultimately selected a classic wool suit from J. Mueser rendered in a chocolate brown color.
“I thought that way I was doing something a little different, but could still feel like James Bond,” Marcus said regarding the design choice. He completed the look with Givenchy derby shoes, a clean black dress shoe style he favors, and an Oyster Steel Rolex loaned by his friend Devin. Grooming was handled by barber Stacey Kutz and makeup artist Amber.
The Unplanned Matching Groomsmen Phenomenon
The couple allowed their wedding party members to choose their own preferred attire without an assigned color palette. According to Marcus, it was completely unplanned, but every groomsman ended up wearing brown suits. Even the ring bearers coordinated in the same shade naturally.
Skipping the Rehearsal Dinner for Intimate Pre-Wedding Moments
Gracie and Marcus chose to skip a rehearsal dinner entirely, spending the night together instead at the Chateau Marmont.
“Having our alone time to look back on the last eight years—how much we’ve grown together and as individuals and what more is on the horizon as we were about to leap into our newest chapter—was so special,” Gracie said. “Sharing vows in bed was my favorite, most intimate part of the weekend.”
Modern Ceremony Customs and Personal Processionals
The wedding day began with a traditional ketubah signing with immediate family and close friends present before the ceremony at République. The ceremony itself was conducted by Rabbi Jaclyn Cohen as a nod to Gracie’s heritage.
The groom walked out to a violin playing “From the Start” by Laufey. When the bride walked down the aisle to “Video Games” by Lana Del Rey, Marcus noted, “The world stopped. My heart was in my throat. While my entrance was chaotic, it felt like she soothed the room.” Spontaneous moments also marked the service, including a premature kiss attempt by Gracie before she caught herself.
Did you know? Marcus and Gracie ran upstairs right after saying “I do” to share a glass of wine, take photos, and decompress before rejoining guests at the cocktail hour.
Frequently Asked Questions
What did the groom wear for the wedding?
According to Marcus, he wore a chocolate brown classic wool suit from J. Mueser paired with Givenchy derby shoes and an Oyster Steel Rolex borrowed from his friend Devin.
Did the wedding party have a strict dress code?
No, the wedding party chose their own preferred attire without an assigned color palette, though every groomsman and ring bearer coincidentally matched in brown suits, according to Marcus.
Where was the wedding ceremony held?
The ceremony took place at République, officiated by Rabbi Jaclyn Cohen, following an intimate ketubah signing.
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