Wedding fashion is having a moment, and not just for the wedding gowns. Suits are smarter, more inclusive, and (finally!) more affordable. In this episode, we sat down with Kristen Tumasonis, Marketing Director at Suit Shop, to talk about how couples can outfit their entire wedding party in looks they love, without rental headaches or runaway costs.

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Own Your Wedding Suit for the Price of a Rental

Suit Shop offers suits and tuxedos to own at a price comparable to renting, with core styles starting around the cost of a typical rental. Translation: instead of sending it back the next day, you keep a well-fitting suit you can wear again. The process is fast, modern, and mostly online, but if you want to try on in person, they also operate growing showrooms across the U.S.

Ownership means alterations (hello, custom fit), no surprise fees, and a stress-free experience for every body in the wedding fashion lineup — men, women, non-binary, and kids — all in coordinating colors. Ownership also allows true tailoring! A $10–$20 pant hem (and small tweaks if you want them) can make a $199 suit look bespoke.

Beyond standard menswear, Suit Shop carries women’s and unisex cuts so everyone can feel confident and comfortable in the same color story. That means no more forcing people into silhouettes that don’t suit their bodies, and no more hunting across multiple brands to match tones.

How The Suit Shop Process Works

1. Start with swatches. Order free color swatches to compare against bridesmaid dresses, florals, or your palette (sage, terracotta, jewel tones, you name it).
2. Pick your suit. Use Suit Shop’s online Fit Finder (height, weight, a few basics) to get your recommended size – no tape measure required.
3. Try-on + tailor. Suits ship quickly (typically within days). Keep what fits, exchange what doesn’t, and hem/taper as you like for a dialed-in look.
4. Set up your wedding group. Add your party to a dashboard and let Suit Shop handle nudges, reminders, and follow-ups. (Brides everywhere just exhaled.)

Colors & Fabrics: What’s Trending (and What’s Timeless)

Core classics that always photograph beautifully: black, navy, charcoal/medium gray, and tan (now neck-and-neck with black for popularity). Tan’s sandy, off-white tone works across seasons and complements most palettes, from sage and terracotta to blush and dusty blue.

Earthy & Nature-Driven Tones

• Olive & moss — a sophisticated alternative to hunter green; pairs with neutrals, terracotta, or cream.
• Clay & rust — warm, grounded, and great for outdoor or industrial spaces; stunning with tan suits or black tux accents.
• Taupe & stone — soft neutrals that layer well with monochrome bridal parties and minimalist florals.

Seasonal Inspired Colors

For Spring and Summer, light blue (think sky or dusty light blue) looks incredible with sage, lavender, or peach; fresh without feeling “prom. And if you would rather it be an accent, Soft pastels via ties/pocket squares rather than full suits if you prefer a classic base.

For Fall and Winter, jewel tones (emerald, sapphire, burgundy) for ties/vests, or go bold with a standout marrier jacket and classic black for the party.

Uplevel Your Suit With Texture

• Tweed — adds visual interest without loud color; perfect for mountain, countryside, or vintage vibes.
• Velvet (jackets, bow ties) — luxe for winter/formal events; consider an ivory velvet dinner jacket with black tux trousers.
• Micro-textures (birdseye, subtle herringbone) — read solid from a distance but look elevated up close in photos.
• Satin accents — tux lapels, covered buttons, and side stripes add formality without going full white tie.

How to Choose Your Palette:

1. Start with the venue & light (outdoor golden hour loves warm neutrals; downtown evening loves black/ivory tux contrast).
2. Pull cues from bridesmaid dresses & florals (coordinate, don’t copy).
3. Decide who stands out (marrier in ivory, velvet, or a unique lapel; party in classic tones).
4. Lock it with swatches! Colors shift in real light, so you will want to see them in person before selecting.

Groom (or Marrier) Suit Spotlight: Easy Ways to Stand Out

Think of the marrier’s look as Level-Up +1 from the party: related, not identical. Here are mix-and-match strategies you can deploy (alone or stacked) to make the VIP unmistakable, and keep them sharp when jackets come off.

1) Three-Piece

Put the marrier in a vest while the party wears two-piece suits. When jackets inevitably come off, the vest keeps the VIP polished and photo-ready. Match the vest to the suit for classic, or contrast (ivory vest with black tux; charcoal vest with light gray suits) for a subtle flex.

2) Lapels

• Peak lapel on the marrier; notch or shawl for the party.
• For tuxedos, give the marrier a shawl (sleek, old-Hollywood) and the party peak, or vice versa.
• Consider wider lapels on the VIP jacket; they frame the face and feel bespoke.

3) Shirt Cues

• Tuxedo shirt with studs (black or mother-of-pearl) for the marrier; classic dress shirts for the party.
• Swap in a subtle patterned shirt (micro-floral, tonal stripe) for personality, especially at less formal receptions.
• For ivory/white tux moments, a crisp wing or spread collar in true white photographs best.

4) Tie Theory

• Bow tie for the marrier, neckties for the party (or the reverse).
• Elevate with texture: silk satin for the VIP, matte or knit for the party.
• Keep color hierarchy: marrier in ivory/black/primary palette; party in complementary tones or patterns.

5) Color & Fabric Distinction

• Marrier in ivory/white tux; party in black.
• Marrier in velvet dinner jacket (emerald, burgundy, midnight); party in black suits/tuxes.
• Marrier in double-breasted; party in single-breasted.

6) Accessories That Read on Camera

• Boutonniere vs. lapel pin: give the marrier a distinctive bloom or a meaningful pin; party gets a simplified version (or pocket squares only).
• Cummerbund or waistcoat for the marrier with tuxes; party in classic tux without.
• Shoes: patent for marrier, polished calf for party; or velvet slippers for a formal twist.

7) Mixed-Party

With women’s and unisex cuts available, keep color consistent while varying silhouette. Let the marrier’s silhouette (DB jacket, vest, different lapel) do the differentiating instead of forcing a different color that might clash.

Where to Explore

Search Suit Shop (socials: @suitshopofficial) for color inspiration, fit guides, and style ideas for mixed wedding parties. From wedding gown elegance to coordinated suiting, today’s wedding fashion is about expression, comfort, and reusability!

Want Help Styling Your Entire Wedding Look?

Inside The Wedding Duo Membership, you’ll find:

• Video guides on building cohesive ceremony-to-reception style
• Downloadable checklists and fitting timelines for your whole party
• Curated playlists (yes, for fashion show try-ons, too 😉)
• Weekly live Q&A with us and a supportive community of DIY couples

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