Groom’s party planning

Groom and groomsmen grooming for a Sri Lanka destination wedding

Include the groom and his friends in the celebration with polished grooming, relaxed portraits and time together before the ceremony.

Salon Nayana guide · Reviewed August 2026

The groom’s party often receives a room key and a vague instruction to be ready. A simple grooming plan can protect portraits, ceremony timing and a consistent level of finish without turning the morning into unnecessary fuss.

Separate advance services from event-day services

Haircuts, beard shaping and selected preparation are usually better handled before the event day, with enough time for the result to settle and for any concern to be addressed. Event-day needs may be limited to styling and final grooming.

Ask every person what he actually needs

Do not book one identical package for the full party without checking. One person may need hair styling, another a beard tidy, and another no professional service. Record each request beside the function and ready time.

  • Haircut or trim before the wedding
  • Beard trim or shaping
  • Shaving service where available
  • Hair wash, setting or event styling
  • Final grooming before portraits

Choose a separate preparation zone

A dedicated groom’s room prevents traffic through the bride or guest beauty suite and creates a clear place for clothing, shoes, boutonnieres and photography. It still needs suitable chairs, mirrors, power and one responsible coordinator.

Work backwards from portraits and ceremony duties

The groom may need to finish before groomsmen for a first look, family blessing or individual portraits. Best men with operational roles may also need an earlier deadline. Put those dependencies in the same master schedule as the bridal party.

Confirm what is available at the venue

Salon Nayana offers men’s hair and grooming services, with menus differing by branch. A destination-wedding venue request must be reviewed for the selected services, date, location and team availability.

A few things families ask

Helpful answers for later

When should the groom get a haircut?

Discuss the desired result in advance and avoid leaving a major change until the event day. The exact timing depends on the haircut and personal preference.

Can groomsmen be included in the venue brief?

Yes. Add each confirmed hair or grooming service to the same master schedule used for the wider wedding party.

Are all men’s grooming services available on location?

Availability depends on the requested service, venue, date and team. Confirm the exact offering before promising it to participants.

Tell us about the celebration you are imagining.

A date, destination and rough idea of the group is enough to begin. We can talk through the details together later.

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