Planning what to wear to a wedding is a process that should be thought carefully about. Whether you are the groom, the father-of-the-bride, one of the groomsmen, or a wedding guest, your choice of suit is an opportunity to reflect the tone of the day.
This guide to hiring a wedding suit has been curated by our tailors, in the hopes of assisting you in dressing your best for the special day. We will take you through why tailored suit hire is a first-class choice, what to expect when hiring, and a few suit styles commonly worn at weddings.
What is wedding suit hire?
A wedding is a special occasion, especially if you are the one saying, “I do”. It’s a day for you to look your best and wear an outfit that you feel confident in.
However, investing in a fully bespoke suit isn’t always practical. Purchasing a bespoke suit may be out of your price range, or you may not wear a suit often. This is when wedding suit hire becomes an ideal alternative.
Why choose suit hire for a wedding?
Tailored wedding suit hire delivers exceptional class and craftsmanship from the very moment you say “yes” to working with your tailor. You’re met with a service entirely personal to you, because although the suit is not yours to keep, it is tailored to fit you.
The suit is fit to your measurements and, when worn, will look as if it were made for your body. Many people make the mistake of wearing a suit that doesn’t have long enough sleeves, or is too tight across the chest, or the suit trousers don’t sit perfectly on the shoes; essentially, their suit doesn’t fit them. Tailored suit hire eliminates these issues because it is tailored to your shape.
If convenience is an important factor for you, wedding suit hire is a perfect solution. You can simply select the style and colour of suit you like, have your measurements taken, and the tailors make adjustments to the rental suit from there. You come by to pick up your suit, wear it at the wedding, and return it afterwards.
Suit hire from a bespoke tailor is also a far smaller investment than purchasing a tailored suit outright. This is because the garment isn’t a bespoke creation, crafted from your exact specifications. Even so, the quality of a rental suit from a professional tailor remains exceptionally high; premium fabrics, a mix of handcraftsmanship and machine work, and the tailors’ expertise are still used. This means your rental suit benefits from the same polished look and luxurious tailoring experience as a bespoke suit.
If you’re undecided on whether to rent or buy your wedding suit, you’ll find additional information in our article, Hiring Vs Buying a Wedding Suit.
Benefits of wedding suit hire
- Cost-effective alternative to buying, without compromising quality
- Request specific dates and times and hire for as long or as short as you require
- No long-term commitment or large upfront costs
- Receive expert advice from experienced tailors
What does it cost to hire a wedding suit?
The cost of a wedding suit depends entirely on where you are hiring from. High street brands have cheaper options, but you can expect lower-quality fabrics and little to no input from an experienced tailor.
The price you pay to hire from a tailor such as Phillip Alexander is reflected in the style advice you receive, the attention to detail, the seamless fit, and the premium quality fabric. You’re investing in the experience of tailoring a rental suit, as well as wearing an ensemble that will make you look and feel your best.
Wedding suit hire styles
Black tie / Tuxedo hire
A traditional wedding suit style is black tie. Classy, timeless, elegant.
Dressing the groomsmen in tuxedos immediately makes them stand out from the crowd. Why not enhance your minimalist theme with a refined black tie dress code?
Tweed
Tweed wedding suit hire is becoming more popular. It’s something different to what most wedding guests will wear. Tweed is also perfect for the colder wedding months because of its natural fabric properties.
White tie hire
If your wedding is an exclusive event, elevating the dress code to white tie is a respectable choice. Since white tie is a rare request, wedding suit hire is a cost-effective solution.
Morning suit hire
Settle with a morning suit, known as one of the most traditional suit styles. Your ensemble will feature a tailcoat and waistcoat, assuming a quintessentially British look. These are popular hire options for groomsmen and fathers of the bride.
Velvet dinner jacket hire
Dinner jackets that have character are a statement piece. Pair tailored suit trousers with a flawlessly styled velvet dinner jacket.
Deep colours such as burgundy, forest green or a deep blue are great choices. They have an essence of formality without straying too far from traditional styles.
Wedding Suit Hire by Phillip Alexander
Invest in your confidence and hire your wedding suit from Phillip Alexander.
We’ve been tailoring men’s wedding suits since 1876. Based in Wilmslow, Cheshire and Savile Row, London, our tailors serve the North West and London areas for bespoke wedding suits and tailored wedding suit hire.
Book an online appointment with our tailors today. We recommend booking at least 3 months in advance of your wedding occasion to avoid disappointment with availability.
