bestmanI found this website, the Groomslist, earlier during the week as I was pondering my mind about how to cater more to THE GROOM.  The Groom, a very important figure in the wedding process that is highly overlooked because it has been a tradition that its’ HER DAY!  But you know it’s not just HER day, it’s HIS day also, and I (we) as wedding professionals should take awareness and pamper our Groom’s because they are our clients and this day is also about Him.

As my investigation into this unsolved mystery of catering to the Groom, I have found some unique and luxury experiences for him to take advantage of as he prepares for his special day.  These findings are in the preliminary stage, however, I wanted to bring them to your attention to gain your feedback and as I find out more knowledge I will report back to you.

  1. There is an exclusive website called, the Groomslist, that guides the male gender from proposal to honeymoon; very simplified and easy to navigate so that gentlemen can also stay on top of the planning process.
  2. Activities for the Groom & Groomsmen for either a bachelor party outing or pre-wedding activity:  paintball, golf, hunting, yachting, ale & cigar lesson, scuba diving, NFL or NBA game outing, scrimmage game of basketball or football, etc.
  3. Pampered Luxury Barber Salons to get a full experience like the ladies but in a masculine way (these are not your typical barbershop):  the Grooming Lounge in Washington, DC & Tyson’s Corner – offers a full spa experience covering all aspects of skin care, hair care, shaving, pedicure/manicure and spa services – a special retreat for the upscale gentleman – ask for the $450 “Supreme Court” package which includes a shave, massage, face cleaning, and mani-pedi; The Art of Shaving barber spa with locations in Washington, DC, Tyson’s Corner, and Annapolis is another unique grooming location for the business professional or the gentleman looking for more than your usual barbershop – ask for their popular $55 Royal Shave which includes a hot face towel, pre-shave oil, a straight razor shave, a Dessert Rose face mask, a face massage, and a splash of aftershave; The Quintessential Gentleman in Baltimore offers a private billiards room, spa relaxation room, unique barber stations, spa services, and tailoring and alteration services – their services exemplify the name of their company, representing the perfect example of class or quality (adjective for quintessential) and a man of refinement (noun for gentleman).
  4. Unique gifts for the Groomsmen:  tickets to a sporting event, autographed memorabilia, custom cufflinks, engraved cigars, tech gifts, restaurant gift cards, monogrammed workout bags, etc.
  5. Destination Man Trips/Excursions:  Las Vegas, New York City, Miami, Dallas, Los Angeles, Colorado, Vancouver.

These are just some of my brainstorm ideas and gentlemen I incur your feedback so that I can better serve you as a wedding professional.  So, please read my post and provide me with your feedback and experience, and definitely your wish of services that you would like to receive during your wedding planning process.

The Grooming Lounge

The Grooming Lounge