Official Dress Code · Gordes, Provence
Jade & York
A guide for gentlemen · 16 September 2026
The occasion
A formal wedding
above the Luberon Valley
above the Luberon Valley
The ceremony takes place in a stone village perched above one of France's most beautiful valleys. The setting demands formality — and rewards it. Dress accordingly.
J
&
Y
16 September 2026
Gordes · Provence
Gordes · Provence
The standard
"This is a wedding,
not a wine bar."
not a wine bar."
Formal attire is required. A well-fitted suit is the baseline — not a suggestion. September in Provence is warm but kind. Linen is your friend.
Approved looks
What to wear
★ Ideal choice
The Navy Suit
Fitted two-piece, white shirt, silk tie, black Oxfords
Not permitted
What not to wear
Blazer & Chinos
An unmatched blazer is not a suit. Not in any colour.
Jeans
Any colour, any cut. Dark denim is still denim.
Shorts & Polo
It is warm. The answer is linen. Pack your suit.
Trousers & Runners
A suit with trainers is still wrong. Shoes matter.
Detailed guidance
The complete list
Approved
Wear this
✓Two or three-piece suit — navy, charcoal, grey, or cream
✓Silk tie, knit tie, or formal bow tie
✓Pocket square — white linen is always safe
✓Leather Oxford, Derby, loafer, or monk-strap
✓Dress shirt — white, pale blue, or subtle stripe
✓Cufflinks if wearing a double-cuff shirt
✓Linen or wool blend for warm-weather comfort
✓Full-length dress socks — over-the-calf preferred
Forbidden
Leave this at home
✕Chinos — in any colour, weight, or cut
✕Jeans — including dark wash or "smart" denim
✕Shorts of any kind
✕Sneakers, trainers, or casual footwear
✕Sports or outdoor fabrics
✕Cropped or ankle-length trousers — a full break required
✕No-show socks — full-length dress socks only
✕Blazer with casual trousers and no tie
✕Novelty socks with short-break trousers
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Jade & York
Dressing well is a gift to the people around you.
We look forward to celebrating with you in the south of France.
Gordes · Luberon · Provence · 16 September 2026