Best wedding guest suits for men 2026: Reiss to Paul Smith

You can’t always be the best man or a groomsman, but you can always be the best-dressed wedding guest. Realistically, for a good wedding-worthy look you’re going to need a suit jacket, some tailored trousers, some decent formal shoes, and (if you’re so inclined) an accessory like an old-school pocket square or a good pair of cufflinks.

When it comes to finding that perfect suit though, there’s a lot to choose from. You’ve got single-breasted, double-breasted, navy, black, pastel-hued or even a check suit. Simply put, it’s all too easy to get overwhelmed. This is where our selection of the best wedding guest suits comes into play.

Whilst your own personal style and interests should guide you the most here, the difference between the two is largely one of formality. If this is a buttoned-up, straight-laced church wedding, then something more classic — like a three-piece — might fit in a little better than at a more casual wedding. But, again, ultimately the decision is yours. Ask yourself: what are you most comfortable in?

Well, and this might sound obvious, you really ought to wear black tie to a black tie wedding. But what does that involve as such? Allow us to paraphrase our own (much more detailed) black tie guide and say that you’ll need a black (pressed, we beg) tux, a white dress shirt, a pair of black formal shoes and always a bow tie. Job done. We’d recommend…

Maybe this is a second wedding, a more relaxed wedding, or the union of that envy-inducing cool couple that’s oh so laissez-faire: either way, it’s a more casual affair. For a more relaxed dress code, the best suits for men at the event will take a more modified approach to the typical formal style associated with nuptials. Think about swapping out your dress shirt for a polo shirt or a short-sleeved shirt, and your formal brogues for the more louche, Parisian, loafer. We’d recommend…

Lest you spend the whole of the reception with your arms pinned to your sides for fear of sweat patches, we’d suggest trading in your woollen constructions for a lightweight, Italian-inspired linen option. A growing fascination within tailoring, linen suits are all the rage, and you can pick up a louche linen pick in just about any silhouette your heart should desire. As for accessories, keep things simple, and stick to pale colours that will deflect the sun’s powerful rays. We’d recommend…

Attending a traditional non-western wedding? Then it’s time to throw out everything you thought you knew and majorly hit the books. You’ll want to do some research here, as well as asking around your fellow wedding guests because in a number of cultures certain colours and silhouettes are to be stealthily avoided. Best to quiz the wedding party as to what’s off/on the table.