Groomsmen Suits & Tuxedos

At SuitShop, groomsmen suits and tuxedos cost the same as a rental, but your wedding party gets to keep their attire for future events. Most rental suits for weddings start around $200, standard suits for purchase run $400-$500, and custom suits are often $1,000 or more.

It depends on the wedding. Often groomsmen pay for their own attire, but some couples cover the cost as a gift, especially when buying suits or tuxedos to own rather than renting.

It comes down to the dress code and wedding theme. Black tie requires tuxedos with classic accessories like patent leather shoes. Cocktail attire offers more flexibility—coordinate the groomsmen suit color or tie color with bridesmaid dresses or the overall color palette. Make sure the groomsmen look cohesive with the couple in formality, color, and style.

Of course, it’s also important to consider the newlywed couple’s wedding day outfits, too. Pick a suit style for groomsmen that feels cohesive with the couple in terms of formality, color, and style.

While a traditional groom outfit has typically been a tuxedo, both suits and tuxes are perfect for groomsman attire. The best way to decide between the two is to consider the dress code and formality of your wedding and your personal wedding style. For formal attire weddings and black tie weddings, a groomsman tuxedo makes the most sense. For semi-formal, casual, and cocktail weddings, a groomsman suit normally works better. 

However, even if your guests are adhering to a more relaxed dress code, you can still choose to suit your groomsmen in tuxedos for classic, beautiful photos. Conversely, even for more formal weddings, you can choose to add color and personality to your groomsman attire with colored tuxedos or bowties.

Your wedding dress code determines the style. Black tie calls for tuxedos with a bow tie, while formal wedding attire typically means a dark suit or three-piece suit. Beach wedding and rustic wedding celebrations work well with casual groomsmen attire like a tan suit or light-colored suit.

The groom suit often features a slight variation from groomsmen's suits. Many couples choose the same color in a different color shade, or give the groom a three-piece suit while groomsmen wear two-piece groomsmen outfits. A groom can also choose a tuxedo while groomsmen wear suits in the same color. The full wedding party can match with the same suit or tux, though, including the groom for an even more cohesive look.

Groomsmen's accessories typically include a dress shirt, bow tie or necktie, belt, and pocket square. The attire and accessories should coordinate with your wedding color palette and overall wedding vision.

The best timing is to order your groomsmen's attire 6 to 8 weeks before your big day. This gives time for shipping, try-on, and any adjustments, alterations, or exchanges to achieve the perfect fit for your wedding day. At SuitShop, we can accommodate last-minute groomsmen suits, too.