Groomsmen Style Guide

The best wedding parties look coordinated — not cloned. Modern wedding styling has moved away from identical suits, identical ties and completely uniform wedding parties. Today’s grooms are choosing a more refined approach: creating a cohesive look that still allows individuality, comfort and personality across the group. The challenge is getting the balance right.
Your groomsmen should complement the groom and wedding aesthetic without overpowering it. Different body shapes, ages and budgets also need to be considered, particularly when styling larger wedding parties.
At Rebel Designerwear, group wedding fittings are a major part of what we do. From matching colour palettes and seasonal tailoring to helping each member of the wedding party feel confident in their suit, modern groomsmen styling is about creating a polished overall look that works for everyone involved.
This guide breaks down how to coordinate your wedding party properly — from mix-and-match tailoring and accessories to practical styling tips that keep every groomsman looking sharp.

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For years, wedding parties were styled identically. Same suit, same tie, same shoes, same everything.

The problem? It often looked overly formal, outdated and unflattering on different body types.

Modern wedding styling focuses more on:

Cohesion rather than duplication
Colour coordination instead of identical outfits
Personalised tailoring for different individuals

This creates a more relaxed and elevated aesthetic that photographs naturally and feels far more contemporary.

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Before styling the groomsmen, the groom’s outfit should always be decided first.

The groom sets the tone for:

Colour palette
Level of formality
Seasonal styling
Overall aesthetic

Once the groom’s suit is chosen, the wedding party can then be coordinated around it.

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Mix-and-Match Suits Done Properly

One of the biggest trends in modern weddings is mix-and-match tailoring. This doesn’t mean completely random suits — it means subtle variation within a consistent visual direction.

Man wearing a blue suit with a red tie on a white background

Option 1: Same Colour, Different Texture

This is one of the easiest and most effective approaches.

Example:

Groom in a navy check three-piece suit
Groomsmen in plain navy tailoring

This keeps the wedding party cohesive while naturally elevating the groom.

A perfect groom option would be something like the: Paul Andrew Regent Navy Check Three Piece Suit

Option 2: Coordinated Shades

Another popular option is working within one colour family.

Example:

Groom in deep navy
Best man in mid-blue
Groomsmen in lighter blue or grey

This creates depth in wedding photography while still maintaining consistency.

Option 3: Matching Suits, Different Accessories

If you want a cleaner, more traditional approach, keep suits consistent but vary:

Tie colours
Pocket squares
Boutonnieres
Waistcoats

This works especially well for larger wedding parties.

Choosing the Right Colour Palette

Colour coordination is what ultimately ties the wedding party together.

Navy Weddings

Navy remains one of the safest and most versatile wedding colours because it works:

Across all seasons
With most venues
Across different ages

Navy also pairs exceptionally well with:

Sage green
Burgundy
Blush pink
Neutral wedding palettes

Grey Weddings

Grey wedding suits offer a softer, more contemporary aesthetic.

Light grey works particularly well for:

Spring weddings
Summer weddings
Outdoor ceremonies

Charcoal suits suit:

Winter weddings
Formal evening receptions
Black tie-inspired weddings

A man wearing a tan tweed check three piece suit with a blue tie and brown shoes.

Neutral & Earthy Tones

Destination weddings and countryside venues increasingly favour:

Beige
Stone
Taupe
Olive accents

These tones create a more relaxed, fashion-led appearance.

Accessories: The Easiest Way to Differentiate Roles

Accessories are what truly define each role within the wedding party.

Styling for Different Ages & Body Types

One of the biggest challenges in group tailoring is dressing people who all have different builds, heights and ages.
This is where professional fittings make a major difference.

Wedding parties can become expensive quickly, particularly with larger groups. The good news is that strong styling doesn’t always require every groomsman to purchase premium tailoring.

Prioritise the Groom’s Investment

The groom should invest most heavily in:

Fabric quality
Tailoring
Personalisation

Groomsmen styling can then be simplified slightly while maintaining overall cohesion.

Prioritise the Groom’s Investment

The groom should invest most heavily in:

Fabric quality
Tailoring
Personalisation

Groomsmen styling can then be simplified slightly while maintaining overall cohesion.

Consider Suit Rewearability

Choosing versatile colours such as navy or grey allows groomsmen to rewear suits after the wedding, making purchasing feel more worthwhile.

Seasonal Groomsmen Styling

The season should influence both colour palette and fabric choice.

Coordinating a wedding party becomes significantly easier when fittings happen together.

Group fittings help:

Ensure colour consistency
Compare suit options in real time
Accommodate different body types properly
Create a more relaxed planning process

At Rebel Designerwear, wedding consultations are designed to make group styling straightforward while ensuring every member of the wedding party feels comfortable and confident.

Wedding Tailoring

Common Groomsmen Styling Mistakes

Why This Style Guide Matters

This guide expands Rebel’s wedding content beyond just the groom.

It supports:

Group wedding bookings
Groomsmen consultations
Wedding party fittings
SEO around wedding coordination searches

It also reinforces Rebel Designerwear’s expertise in helping entire wedding parties dress confidently — not just individuals.

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Build Your Wedding Party Look with Rebel

The best wedding styling feels coordinated, comfortable and timeless.
Explore Rebel’s Wedding Suit Collection and arrange a fitting to start planning your wedding party properly.

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Quick Groomsmen Styling Checklist

Choose the groom’s suit first
Coordinate colours — don’t clone outfits
Use accessories to define roles
Consider body types and comfort
Plan fittings early
Prioritise timeless tailoring over trends