Dear Nick Bainser, 

Dean Veall here. Curly haired zoologist currently at home in the Valleys of South Wales after eight years in London. In November I am heading to only my second wedding ever and its a civil partnership. Am a broad chunky man (uhm, euphemism), 5 11 in height and my frame does not usually sit well in a suit. End up looking very boxy. 
The general feel of the other male guests will be “sharp minimalism”, a look I can not really compete with. So have decided to go against the grain slightly to stand out and play to my strengths. This is where I wanted your opinion. Was going for this wool jacket, a windowpane check : http://tinyurl.com/5vnc5r8 Am thinking of coupling with a red cord trouser and navy cardigan, a white shirt, acid mustard tie and pocket square. 
Would really love your thoughts/comments. The groom is approving of the look. But, I guess I am asking you is will this look work and can you recommend any shoe that would go? (Budget, £120 max).
Many thanks in advanceDean Veall
Hi Dean,
Sorry its taken so long to get back to you. I hope I haven’t missed the wedding!
Think that looks is good. Just make sure the fit of the jacket is great. If it isn’t go and get it tailored, it’ll be well worth the extra pennies.
But why stop at just the jacket? I would strongly advise forking out for the full suit. Go for a bold check from someone like Paul Costelloe and you’ll be on to a definite winner. Jacket and cords is a little too casual for my liking for a wedding. It is some one’s incredibly special day, and more importantly a great excuse to get properly dressed up.

If you’d rather avoid M&S Cardiff has a very good independent menswear store Hawkes Essentials. The owner is really passionate about menswear and a great guy to chat to.
As for a shoe, check out Aldo or Office for a decent brogue. It cant fail you. Am sure there is an Aldo in the St Davids Centre in Cardiff. If a Brogue is not to your liking check out my previous post on the subject here.
Hope this helps and am sure you’ll look great at the wedding.

Bainser

UPDATED:

I’ve been reliably informed there is no Aldo in Cardiff at all. This is frankly a crying shame. But my advice still stands. You should be able to locate something, if not ask the guys in Hawkes for tips. They will def be able to point you in the right direction. (Note to self: Brush up on regional fashion knowledge)