You should definitely consider yourself very lucky if you are looking for clothes for your beach wedding ceremony. Lucky because you will be having a wedding which doubles up as a vacation; just imagine a wedding where you not only have fun, but is also casual and inexpensive. You can be rest assured that you will feel just as comfortable exchanging vows as you did at the engagement party. You’re the luckiest groom out there. You get to walk down an aisle of sand in total comfort on your wedding day.

For this occasion, a groom and his groomsmen need an ensemble that is dressy enough but also casual enough for sand and palm trees. This winter, book your flights and pack your sunscreen to take off to a warm paradise. Tropical, beach or outdoor weddings do not follow the same dress code etiquette because of its non-traditional method that a regular wedding would.

The norm for beach wedding attire isn’t cutoff shorts and t-shirts. You can go for more casual, lighter-weight suits, and nicely-tailored linen suits, shirts, and sandals. If you’re feeling as bold as David Beckham did for his wedding, choose a white linen suit that looks out of this Galaxy. The groom and the groomsmen can opt for the same dress pants across the board, but with different shirts for each groomsman. Grooms and groomsmen should ideally order their suits on a similar schedule with the bridesmaids’ dresses–at least two months in advance.

If you’re a pale, office-dwelling groom, try to avoid arriving at your destination wedding too close to wedding day. Give yourself some time for your complexion to catch up, and bring plenty of sunscreen made especially for your face. Dancing won’t be nearly as much fun if your face looks like the lobster you’re serving to the guests. Have a great Beach wedding!

Knowing exactly where everything will take place will very largely dictate the men’s beach wedding attire. Will some part or the entire wedding take place on an actual beach, or just near a beach? If it is just a beach-themed wedding then take your cue from the bridal beach wedding outfits. If the bride is wearing a ball gown, then perhaps a tux is not such a bad idea. If any part of the wedding will take place on an actual beach, then consider something a little less formal and a little more fun!

If your wedding has a slight tropical theme to it, why not consider a casual Hawaiian shirt, plain white drawstring pants and flip-flops or go bare feet. You can also add wedding leis to the outfit to complete the look. If you are not into the whole island theme thing, consider some light coloured or khaki shorts, an open collar white shirt and bare feet or deck shoes? Simple yet stylish!

For a sophisticated but relaxed men’s beach wedding attire try white drawstring pants, a crisp shirt (striped will look very nice), sleeves rolled up, collar open and some deck shoes. A white linen shirt and dark trousers with no tie can also look fresh and classic.

If your wedding is a little more formal you may want to try a light coloured (sand or wheat) day-suit. This is also a good idea if you are planning your beach wedding in early spring or late autumn as the weather might not be as warm as in midsummer. You can also opt for a navy blue, charcoal or black tropical wool suit with a white shirt and dark tie.

Usually outfitting the groom is not a very big challenge, and a beach wedding theme makes it even easier.

Thinking of getting married? Daunted by the expense involved? Set aside your worries. Beach weddings are here!  They are in fashion.  You can have a stylish beach wedding that will be inexpensive and elegant.

Of course, the beach comes free–unless you plan to hold the wedding on a private beach that is being hired out for the occassion. You can decorate the beach with a simple arch made of palmera leaves tied together with seaweed for your beach wedding. Your beach wedding altar could be a simple table that has been set up and decorated with a pretty table cover and flowers.

Your beach wedding tables could rest in the shade of palms loaded with food that you have ordered for the occassion. Your friends could play the music or you could let the sea sing and dance to your wedding or if you can afford it, go in for a beach wedding band.  Your guests could sit around in formal rows or informal arrangements, while you and your beloved take you vows dressed in beach wedding dresses that are simply made and just right for the occassion.

Beach wedding dresses made of linen and cotton are not very hard on your pocket. You can get a beautifully tailored Guayabera linen or cotton shirt and linen pants at something less than $50+.  If you are looking for something more decorative and colorful, you could invest in a Guayabera beach wedding shirt that is beautifully embroidered and cut in different styles to suit your figure and complexion.Remember the Guayabera shirt has been in vogue for 200 years in the Caribbean and Latin American countries and is the wedding shirt of choice over there. The pleats at the top and bottom of this elegant beach wedding attire is decorated with beautiful embroidery and designs. They are comfortable to wear and blend with each body type and come in many readymade sizes.

If linen or cotton shirts are not what you are looking for, you could indulge in guayabera poly blended shirts.  These come in traditional and presidential styles with full sleeves and half sleeves. Embroidered shirts, floral shirts, hawaian shirts and Cubavera shirts would all make excellent beach wedding attire for men.

Your bride’s dress too need not be too expensive. Flowing halter top gowns in vibrant colors could underline the mood of the moment, can be had in linen, cotton or poly blends. Veils that go with the dress can be had for a small sum. Wreaths and other accesories can be purchased or hand made using natural material.

So if you are planning your wedding during this downturn, just consider the possibility of having a beach wedding and buying yourself beach wedding dresses.  Believe me, it is an entirely feasible option and just what you should do when finances are tight and yet you do not want to postpone your wedding! All said and done, a beach wedding has its own charm and is a lot of fun for everyone!