Wedding Groom - Black Vest and Tie, Light Bluish Gray Legs, Brown Hair and Beard
hol080 · Seasonal
Wedding · Released in 2015 as part of the Wedding Favor Set; this era focused on customizable minifigures for life milestones.
Figure ID
hol080
Theme
Seasonal
Year Released
Released in 2015 as part of the Wedding Favor Set; this era focused on customizable minifigures for life milestones.
Rarity
Uncommon; exclusive to a specific small-box seasonal set (40165) often sold at LEGO Brand Stores and online.
Head
Yellow classic skin tone, brown beard, small round black glasses with a neutral expression. Shared with several generic City figures.
Torso
Black vest with three buttons and two pockets outlined in blue; white shirt sleeves, blue and black striped tie with a slightly loosened knot.
Legs
Plain light bluish gray legs; standard hip piece with no additional printing.
Accessories
Usually comes with a small ring element or flower bouquet in the set, but none are shown in the image.
Color Scheme
Monochrome professional: Black, white, and light gray with a pop of blue in the striped tie.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on the torso front; no back printing on the torso; head is single-sided printing.
Variants
Variants include different hair colors (blonde, black) and different skin tones provided in the 40165 set to customize the groom.
Condition Notes
Watch for torso cracks at the arm joints and wear on the glasses printing. The light gray legs are prone to visible scratches.
Estimated Value
Used: $3.00 - $5.00 USD; New (as part of set): $10.00 - $15.00 USD. Low individual value due to generic parts.
Price (New)
$7.99 - $9.99 USD retail for the 40165 Wedding Favor Set containing 89 total pieces.
Compatible Sets
40165 Minifigure Wedding Favor Set (2016), 40197 Wedding Favor Set 2018 (alternate version).
Character Background
A generic groom character designed for use as a wedding cake topper or party favor for LEGO-themed weddings.
Design Notes
Uses a 'civilian' style torso that is highly versatile for modern city MOC builders and custom minifigure creators.
Similar Minifigures
gs001 Groom (Grand Studios), hol116 Groom (Blue Suit), and various City civilians with beards and glasses.
Collectibility
Moderate; mostly high demand during wedding seasons for customized gifts rather than long-term investment.
History
Follows a long tradition of LEGO wedding sets dating back to the late 90s, evolving from basic bricks to highly detailed minifigures.
Interesting Facts
This specific torso print is often used by fans to create 'Business Casual' or 'Hipster' custom minifigures.
Display Suggestions
Best displayed in a wedding-themed vignette or used as a cake topper on a custom white baseplate with flower elements.
Modification Potential
High; the head and hair are easily swappable to represent specific individuals for customized wedding gifts.
Overall Assessment
A charming, specialized minifigure that excels in its specific niche but remains a budget-friendly acquisition for general collectors.