We aren't having a traditional 'Military Wedding.' He plans to have his brother (active Army) and a friend who is in the National Guard as his attendants. My fiance says he would like to wear his Dress Uniform (he has the dress greens) but has also looked into buying dress blues because they are a bit more formal. My problem is that the other guys in the military only have greens, so my fiance thinks they could just wear tuxedo's, and he could be in uniform. I think that if one is in uniform, it would seem strange for them all not to be. They dont have dress blues, and they shouldnt have to get them just for a wedding. I think that the guys should all wear tuxedo's, including my fiance, because it would give them all a similar look. and make the day more about us, and not about being in the military. What do you think?? Please help!
2006-12-08 02:37:08 · 26 answers · asked by jenn3504 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
Its as much his wedding as yours, so if he wants to wear his uniform he should. you will definitely be beautiful in your gown, and He was willing to put his life on the line for me and all of the answerers, not only for you. I am so proud of him, you should be proud to become his wife while he wears his military uniform. My national guard son was in Iraq 14 months, in Bagdad. part time soldier, huh?
2006-12-12 18:16:50 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
My husband was a Marine when we wed and he wore his dress blues. It was positively a beautiful sight. Very different than any of our friends and very personal for us. It was an awesome to tribute to his profession and our country. He was proud to be a Marine!!
None of the other guys in the wedding party were marines or had any ties to the military. My husband was the only one in unifirm, but that was ok b/c it was HIS special day. I say take some test shots (if people are willing) of the guys wearing thier greens and yiour fiance in the blues. I'm sure it will look just fine.
It's really a personal choice. Is it something that's (really) important to your fiance? How do you feel about it? Ask yourself these things and then trust your gut to lead you in the right directions. You'll want to have the photos to Enjoy after the big day not be upset or dissapointed by them.
A great deal of servicemen wed in uniform and that's the ways it's been for ever. I think that there is something romantic about it.
Remember it's your special day and you're the boss!!
OOH-RAH!!!! Well, I guess in your case it would be more like Hooah-
Take care and Good luck
2006-12-08 03:17:36 · answer #2 · answered by bundlesofjoyx2 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I went with all tuxedo's in my wedding since only about half the wedding party would in uniform.
If you future husband is enlisted Class A's are appropriate with white shirt and a bow tie. If he is an officer Dress or Mess Blues are appropriate.
All the wedding party should be in the same uniform.
Just an FYI, the Army is getting rid of the Class A's (greens) and moving to Dress Blues with a gray dress shirt, so if the wedding party wants to buy them they aren't totally wasting their money.
Final answer, have them all wear a tux.
2006-12-08 02:42:50 · answer #3 · answered by Jason H 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have planned hundreds of weddings and I believe there is nothing more inspiring, awesome or beautiful than a young man in his dress uniform with his bride in a formal gown.
Everyone who is in the military should be encouraged to wear their uniforms.
It makes it really special.
I did a coast guard wedding once and the fellows held oars, about 5 on each side and made an archway for the couple . It was at the beach.
2006-12-15 18:26:58 · answer #4 · answered by beachie51 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
if being in the military is something your husband loves, and he wants to wear his uniform let him go for it, after all that must be a dream of his and chamnces are hes only guna get married once so let him lve it.... i think having his share of the wedding party in tuxedos will be okay...i mean that would actually draw the attention more to you guys..and atleast when everyone gets really drunk at the reception they will still know who the droom is... i think that its a really good idea and u should agree to it, hwever it is yours and his special day so you soe how ahve to come to an agreement... i jst think it will be more memorable when he is retired forom the force and so on and so forth....if you dont want it to copmplex than have your husband wear a green uniform and the others wear just the uniform jacket with pants that go with a suit(it cant look that bad!!!)...just try it out a while before... but also remind them how hot its guna be in july and they prolly will roast to death lol
best wishes to you and ur hubby on the wedding day
and merry christmas!
2006-12-14 14:47:00 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is perfectly acceptable for your husband-to-be to wear his dress blues (and whoever said "part-time warrior", think again). What I have seen the most is when the groom wears the dress blues and the groomsmen and ushers wear tuxes, they don't all normally wear the uniform unless it's a traditional military wedding. However, in the end, it is what your man feels most comfortable in. For the best look, have only your husband in uniform, or nobody in uniform. Best wishes for your future together!
2006-12-08 17:06:40 · answer #6 · answered by klutz 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Actually, that wouldn't be strange at all. If his dress blues are quite formal, have the guys wearing dark blue tuxedos, or even black tuxedos. I have seen it done, and it is lovely - not only does it look great, but the groom stands out a little from all the guys.
Think about it this way - do you look tacky cause you don't match the bridesmaids?
2006-12-08 15:43:35 · answer #7 · answered by Chrys 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I'm NOT putting down the National Guard with my answer but I think that if you're fiance was in the service "full time" it might be OK to wear the uniform.
But it's the National Guard....and now it seems like he's getting carried away with it. That his regular uniform isn't good enough seems to make my point.
It's all well and good that he's in the National Guard, and I'm thankful for his service and patriotism but it's your and his wedding day. What's wrong with a tuxedo? The focus should be on your special day...not the military. It seems like he wants all the attention on him.
Cops and firemen don't get married in their uniforms. He needs to rethink his plans.
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2006-12-08 02:47:30 · answer #8 · answered by Joey Bagadonuts 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
I think that would be awesome. I also like when out military wear their uniforms for weddings. Both are something to be proud of. And what man doesn't look good in a uniform?
2016-05-23 06:31:44 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, even though a wedding is considered the Bride's day, I think that a guy should be able to wear what he wants,too (that's for comfort)...at least in this situation. But, to make you AND your fiance "stand out", it would be nice for him to wear his dress blues and the best man and groomsmen their greens. Ideally, and this depends on how extravagant your wedding is going to be, all guys would look nice in a Tux : ) They look "sharp" in weddings! Good luck!
2006-12-15 12:58:11 · answer #10 · answered by ConcernedMom 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My fiance is a Marine so I understand; kindred spirit! I agree with you that the day should be about the two of you, not the military. He is obviously dedicated to the National Guard, which is a great thing, but I'd go for the tux. His uniform obviously is an important thing to him, but sit down with him and make sure that your preferance of a tux has nothing to do with your support of the National Guard. Military guys can get touchie about that (i'm sure you know), so make sure that he knows your reasons. Yeah, go for the tux.
2006-12-08 02:52:14 · answer #11 · answered by Scarlett 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋