Taisho Roman Style ♡ Is the Combination of Bride in Kimono and Groom in Tuxedo Acceptable for a Wedding Reception???

2016.09.10 published

Is it OK for the bride to wear a kimono and the groom to wear a suit?

The outfits for the bride and groom during the ceremony and reception are traditionally a combination of either [wedding dress × tuxedo] or [shiromuku/or color uchikake × hakama].

However, there are some brides who want to wear traditional attire but their partners prefer Western outfits... or due to budget constraints, the bride changes from a dress to a kimono while the groom stays in a suit... Thus, some brides are considering a [kimono × Western clothing] combination!

So, is it acceptable for the bride to wear a kimono while the groom wears a suit? Is it a no-go?

Taisho Roman Style ♡ Yes, a kimono × Western outfit combination is OK!

Although there are few couples who choose the kimono × Western outfit combination, the combination of [shiromuku/or color uchikake × tuxedo/suit] is also accepted at weddings. ♡

Of course, this might not be proper in more formal settings like a chapel ceremony or a Shinto-style ceremony, but in more relaxed settings like a civil ceremony or wedding reception, there are a certain number of couples wearing a kimono × Western outfit combination *

The retro atmosphere reminiscent of ‘Taisho Roman,’ where Japanese and Western cultures blend, is also stylish and lovely! ♡

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However, if not coordinated well, it might end up looking mismatched! Thus, here are a few things to keep in mind when opting for [bride in kimono × groom in suit].

Things to consider for kimono × Western outfit combination ① Balance the pattern of the uchikake with the color of the tuxedo

One of the challenges of coordinating a kimono × Western outfit is finding the right balance in colors and patterns. Since the color uchikake worn by the bride is often bright and vibrant, it’s essential for the groom’s tuxedo to be in a simple color with minimal decorations to maintain balance between the two. ◎

Things to consider for kimono × Western outfit combination ② Bride’s hair should be in Western style!

Even though the kimono × Western outfit combination is acceptable, it may be difficult to make the bride’s look entirely traditional...! So, I recommend opting for a casual and cute Western-style hairstyle for the bride to match her groom’s outfit. ♡

Things to consider for kimono × Western outfit combination ③ Have the emcee explain it!

When entering the reception wearing a color uchikake and tuxedo, some guests might wonder, “Why are the outfits mismatched?”

To ensure that guests can understand, it might be better to have the emcee say something like, “Due to a specific reason, the couple has specifically requested a kimono × Western outfit combination.” ♡

Unique and Stylish ♩ A [kimono × Western outfit] combination might just be the way to go! ♡

There are quite a few instances where brides wear a color uchikake while grooms don tuxedos or suits in mixed Japanese and Western styles during receptions, civil ceremonies, or pre-wedding shoots...♡ The slightly Taisho Roman atmosphere is lovely and enchanting! Since it is recognized as proper etiquette, why not try it out at your wedding???