What do teenage boys wear to weddings these days?

[LornMowa]

I haven't been to a wedding for ages so have no idea what to suggest to my sons aged 14 and 16.

The wedding will be in the south of England (not sure why I mentioned that) and its the first wedding of both the bride and groom although they are in their 40s. It will be a civil wedding in a posh venue.

I have just realised that they only own one smart pair of shoes between them and when they are not in school uniform they wear jeans and t shirts.

I have got to drag them round the shops and as they are reluctant shoppers I would like some inspiration before we set off.

[Gillybobs]

I'd say dark slim or skinny fit trousers, a shirt and a skinny tie? Loads of nice things in Zara (xs mens size is tiny, fits my almost 13yo). Not a fan of Next but this kind of look If its a posh venue I think maybe chinos/converse may be a bit too casual.

[DilysPrice]

Chinos and ironed open neck shirts in colours that suit them is probably the most achievable compromise.

[NearlyHeadlessnickelbabe]

It depends how smart a wedding it is - my nephews wore black trousers and smart shirts (not tucked in) for my wedding, but my friend's boys wore lovely suits (complete with jackets and waistcoats)
my friend's boys looked better.....

[AgentProvocateur]

Gap is your friend - shirt and chino-type things. Not sure about the shoes - mine just wear new-ish converses, but your wedding may be more formal.

[LisMcA]

Boy(13ish) at my wedding wore dark trousers white shirt and a waistcoat, that was 3 years ago. the others wore kilts, but we are Scottish in Scotland os that was ok too!

Starting point here??