[Janbride]

My fiance will be wearing a black tuxedo with a black vest and black tie. His best man (and only attendant) will wear a black tuxedo with a champagne colored long tie. I understand that the fathers should also wear black tuxedos with the same champagne colored tie as the best man. Do all the men in the bridal party have to wear a vest if the groom wears one? And does the vest have to be the same color as the tie or could they wear a black vest with a champagne tie? The MOH dress is chocolate brown with a key lime green sash, and the flower girl's dress is the reverse. Would it be better for the men to wear a green or brownish tie? Any advice would be appreciated.

[Etiquette Now]

Dear Janbride,

It is best for all of the men to dress the same, except that the groom can wear a different color tie--this is fine. As long as the Champagne doesn't clash with the other colors, this is fine.

Best wishes,