2026 is the year grooms step fully into their style era, where tailoring loosens up, details get emotional, and personal expression finally outranks tradition for tradition’s sake. From art-school romance to laidback luxury and accessories that actually say something, modern grooms are dressing with intention, confidence, and just enough rule-breaking to keep things interesting. Ahead, 7 major groom trends defining 2026 and proving that menswear at weddings is no longer playing a supporting role.
Out-of-the-Box Ties
The modern groom is treating the tie less like menswear and more like a medium. In 2026 expect ties that are studded, sculpted, weighted, and adorned, turning the center of the chest into a kind of visual punctuation. Whether it’s a jewel-encrusted silk, a hardware-heavy knot or even wood, the tie completely reframes the whole outfit.
Amiri
Zwyrtech
House of Emmanuele
Laidback Luxe
The boxy, roomy silhouette claims the groom spotlight for 2026. With its loose-but-intentional shape, it gives classic tailoring a softer, cooler edge that feels just as right at rooftop vows as it does at barefoot beach ceremonies. The relaxed proportions bring movement, comfort, and a sense of ease that traditional suiting sometimes misses. Think modern confidence with a side of nonchalance.
Soshiotsuki
Louis Gabriel Nouchi
Versace
Entire Studios
Soshiotsuki
Fear of God
Vintage Cufflinks
In 2026, cufflinks are no longer an afterthought. Grooms are choosing pieces that carry meaning, swapping traditional silver sets for vintage finds, custom designs, and playful shapes that feel story-driven and intentional rather than purely decorative. They might be a tiny accent, but they bring major personality to the look.
Lucia Zolea
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Lucia Zolea
Stripe Theory
Stripes stop playing it safe this year. Runway collections are pushing the pattern into cleaner cuts and elevated silhouettes, giving grooms a way to wear something familiar while still feeling completely fresh. From subtle linear textures to striking, statement stripes, it offers a choose-your-own-level-of-drama approach to standing out.
Palomo Spain
Amiri
Husbands Paris
P. Johnson
Husbands Paris
Jacquemus
Art School Groom
Expect more grooms breaking free from the classic mold and moving into something unapologetically expressive. 2026 is all about experimentation with texture, form, and personal symbolism. Exaggerated florals bloom across lapels, surrealist accessories appear in unexpected ways, alongside sculptural collars and crochet accents. These offbeat flourishes push groomswear into high-fashion territory, marrying romance and rebellion.
Artful Boutonnières
The boutonnière is having a full style renaissance. 2026 grooms are experimenting with wild floral combos, quirky foliage, and heirloom brooches that double as statement pieces. The lapel becomes a place for risk, rule-breaking, and a little visual chaos—in the best way possible.
Kyle Ho
Puni Petals
TandT
Flover
Gucci
The Nyuz
Silk Touch
If a traditional tie doesn’t call your name, 2026 has alternatives that still deliver polish. The silk scarf steps in as a softer, more expressive choice. Wrapped at the neck or half-tucked into a shirt, it brings that effortless, styled-but-not-stiff energy. Go for a print if you’re feeling playful, or keep it solid and sharp for a cleaner mood.
