Where: Jesmond Dene House

By: Natalie Pluck Photography

Wearing: Master Debonair

Tell us a little about your look?

Eton in Navy Check Tweed by Marc Darcy, Guide London Tan Collar Detail Shirt, Knightsbridge Burgundy Silk Knitted Tie and pocket square

Why did you choose your suit from MD? What did you love about the service there? 

So many people recommend them, and their stores look amazing.

 

IT WAS GREAT BEING ABLE TO BOOK OUT THEIR SHOWROOM TO GET ALL THE GROOMSMEN TOGETHER, AND THE STAFF COULDN’T HAVE BEEN MORE HELPFUL. THEY EVEN TIED OUR TIES FOR US!

Aloy, the Groom

Three words to describe your wedding day look? 

Sharp, Distinctive, Colourful! 

To find out more about the brilliant Master Debonair, head to their website or their Guest List profile here, where you can make enquiries straight to the store.

SUNDERLAND | CHESTERFIELD | EAST BOLDON

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Talk us through your background and how you got into groomswear.

It was a childhood passion. I began helping my parents make garments at the age of 12, but at the time it wasn’t the fashionable thing to tell my mates that I was going to pursue a career in sewing! I waited until I was 24 and had finished university before I began making pieces for work colleagues, friends and family. This then progressed into a formal business.

How did you recognise a niche in the market for tailored, bespoke suits?

One of the key frustrations over the years has been the lack of choice for grooms – lounge suits and classic morning suits being the only two options. What if you wanted to design your dream outfit? That’s where we realised that Atelier Rahman should fill the gap in the market place – offering a high quality luxury experience with full design and tailoring service resulting in truly unique outfits.

Your style is pretty unique – where does the inspiration come from?

We wanted to reinstate the idea that grooms could and should be the centre of attention and focus on their wedding day. The collections therefore blend classic tailoring techniques with contemporary design and are inspired from a variety of sources – for instance the baroque period where men were far more flamboyant and bold in their choice of colours and extravagant in their rich choice of fabrics (satins, silks, brocades and velvet) and cuts - think frock coats!

 THEN THERE’S THE DELIBERATE ATTEMPT TO BREAK STEREOTYPES. WHY CAN THE GROOM NOT WEAR WHITE? WHY CAN’T THE GROOM NOT HAVE A 2-METRE TRAIL IF HE SO WISHES? THAT’S BEEN AT THE HEART OF OUR MISSION. 

ANSAR, OWNER AND DESIGNER AT ATELIER RAHMAN

What’s been the craziest request you’ve received from a client?

One of our clients requested wolf fur (faux of course) to be added to their suit on the day of the collection of the completed suit, just two weeks before the wedding! Just 48 hours later the fur had been added, creating what the client referred to as his ‘Game of Thrones’ dream wedding outfit.

Talk us through the service a groom receives from you.

Before we even start to think about designing the outfit, the first step is to get to know the couple – who are they, what do they like and dislike, what venue have they booked, etc.

We then think about the functionality of the fabric and the theme and colours, before the magic happens on the cutting table….

- Developing the pattern block by striking chalk to create the pattern directly onto the cloth
- Stitching and construction
- First base ready for fitting
- Alternations
- Final construction and wrapping, tagging and bagging ready for collection day

Collection day always begins with a celebratory drink, rollout of our blue carpet (we don’t do red carpets…blue is the new red) and a few obligatory photos!

We then offer style support on every day wear, handling any jitters that might be occurring pre-wedding, and even tackling issues of body-confidence for our clients.

PEOPLE ARRIVE AS CUSTOMERS AND LEAVE AS LIFE LONG FRIENDS.

ANSAR, OWNER AND DESIGNER AT ATELIER RAHMAN

What’s new for 2021?

Some of our new pieces are likely to have detachable pieces to create more-than-one look – beneficial for clients who have opted for a smaller ceremony but want to dress up for a fuller celebration when it’s allowed. We’ve teamed up with a very clever embroidery company – it’s a new service which we’re super giddy about. Anyone for a flame design on the hem of your trousers or a medusa on your sleeve?!

What would you say to a groom who was undecided over whether to wear a statement suit?

Guys – it’s your big day – have something designed that brings out the best features of your physique (and tones down other bits that you’re conscious of) and represents your true personality – it’s ok to be quirky, different and well…just you!

Where is your happy place?

The Atelier is number one for sure – so many happy vibes from our clients are packed in there. I also love travelling and bagging bargains of exotic fabrics and prints. It’s certainly an obsession.

To find out more about them, visit their dedicated Guest List portfolio!
Atelier Rahman
07543009277
hello@atelierrahman.com

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“In days gone by it was traditional for the bride’s parents to pay for the wedding, so the men had very little input into ‘The Big Day’. However, nearly half of couples are now choosing to fund the wedding themselves, but men have still been left behind in the planning.
“This is not helped by the fact that most wedding websites are still purely geared towards the bride and her bridal party, with pink accessories, flowers and make-up tips. It got us asking, ‘what about the other half of the equation? What about the lads?’"

And so the couple launched Well Groomed in July 2018.
“We aim to educate men to help them become confident, stylish and well-groomed grooms, proactive in helping to plan the wedding and starting off as they mean to go on by impressing their partner.
“Well Groomed’s popular blog, A Gentleman’s Guide to Weddings, covers every subject imaginable, from choosing the perfect ring and how to pop the question, right through to ensuring you haven't forgotten any essentials when heading off on honeymoon.”

Its online store offers a range of stylish men’s accessories to ensure the groom’s party look their best on the big day. Plus, best man and groomsmen gifts, everything from personalised hip flasks to cufflinks and pocket squares.
Well Groomed also makes a donation to men’s health charities every time a product is sold on its site. “The Well Groomed stores in both Ireland and the UK will donate £1/€1 from every product sold to support men's health charities, covering mental health, suicide prevention, prostate and testicular cancer.

To celebrate the launch of its UK site, Well Groomed is offering Belle Bridal readers 10% off their first order with the discount code ‘10BELLE02’. Discount code must be used at checkout and cannot be added or refunded once order has been placed. Offer expires 28th February 2019.
Get your groom started by visiting www.wellgroomed.co.uk online now.

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Empire Outlet is the brainchild of Ant and Rhea, born from the frustration they had when trying to find Ant a suit for their own wedding. The pair had noticed there seemed to be a considerable lack of quality-made suits for an affordable price and from that point on the seed was planted.
“We vowed to find a way of being able to put luxurious suits into the hands of others who may be on a budget.”
Empire Outlet has gone from strength to strength since its launch in 2016, serving over 7,000 customers in over 35 countries across the globe.

“We promise to work hard and keep working hard to bring luxurious suits to those who might not otherwise afford them. We promise to keep costs as low as we possibly can, any discounts we get from our partners are passed directly on to you. We solely operate online to support the promise of keeping costs down.
“Our mission is to provide the modern day gent access to high quality, luxury suits which are exquisitely crafted. Each of our suits are meticulously hand made to order, specially for you.”

This unique and authentic brand has a team of 35 full-time, professional tailors with hundreds of years of combined experience.
“Our luxury tweed suits are cut to a "modern slim fit" style. This means that we still allow for breathing room in your suit whilst still maintaining that slim look to compliment your physique. It's a win win, really...
“We also accept fully customised measurements for a truly luxurious experience. View our custom measurements sizing guide before ordering.
“Nothing but your personal satisfaction is acceptable with our service. Not only do we want to make sure you look and feel like a king, we want to achieve this without burning a hole in your pocket.”

See more of Empire Outlet and their luxurious yet budget friendly suits at: www.empireoutlet.co and for more groomswear inspiration pick up your latest copy of Belle Bridal Magazine.

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