9 stylish wedding suits for men to own the room at every ceremony, day or night

Big fat Indian weddings, as fun as they are, pose big fat questions. The biggest one of which is: what does one wear? Wedding suits for men have come a long way, from the plain old tux, now there is a variety of colour, print and texture to play with. Which brings one to next big question: How do you choose which of the plethora of wedding suits for men in the market right now?

With weddings lined back-to-back, GQ reports to duty to try and make things easier for you on the sartorial front. Whether you are the groom or a serial wedding attendee, a dapper suit is a wedding season essential. If you have RSVP’d to a sit-down dinner, cocktails, or a formal reception, we round up the best well-tailored and structured wedding suits for men in keeping with the current trends. No matter what your budget is, think of it as an investment. These wedding suits for men from some of our leading fashion designers and international labels can just as effortlessly transform into everyday wear post-wedding season, and we are champions of repurposing and repeating outfits.

If you are looking for new suits to add to your wedding edit, look no further.

9 wedding suits for men – and tips on how to repeat and repurpose

1. Brocade

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Little glimmer goes a long way, and wearing a brocade suit is a great way to add some print, sheen, and a dose of intricate Indian craftsmanship. When you think Suket Dhir, you think of spellbinding brocade, and this suit is that and more. Jazz it up a little à la Shahid Kapoor for a formal spin, or wear it casually over a Tee.

Repeat, rewear, repurpose: The blazer can double as a standout jacket post-wedding and festive season and can assimilate into your wardrobe seamlessly. Wear it over neutral trousers for the next house party.

Buy now: Rana Blazer Silk Brocade Beige Golfer and Trousers, Suket Dhir

Price: ₹91,300

Where: suketdhir.in

2. Velvet

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Seth Rogen started it, and the Rock is carrying on the velvet suit trend on his broad shoulders. Also favoured by icons like Harry Styles and Jared Leto, in pigmented colours no less, velvet successfully lends a suave touch to conventional wedding suits for men. Opt for a luxe velvet suit in jewel tones or stick with safe neutrals – velvet is risqué enough. Add a brooch to your lapel if you like it flashy.

Repeat, rewear, repurpose: The velvet separates are stars in their own right. Pair your trouser with a crisp white shirt for an off-duty look, or slip your blazer over everyday denim to give it an elegant spin.

Buy now: Wine Velvet Contrast Striped Tuxedo, Gaurav Gupta

Price: ₹1,17,078 approx

Where: gauravguptastudio.com

3. A classic bandhgala suit

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A classic bandhgala is a crossover between formalwear and Indianwear, and therein lies its appeal. Invest in a timeless no-nonsense bandhgala suit in a neutral hue that will stand the test of time. This can just as easily be worn at Indian weddings or for formal sitdown dinners – its innate ability to adapt is a surefire winner among modern wedding suits for men.

Repeat, rewear, repurpose: Pop the buttons of your bandhgala open to style it as a jacket. Layer it over your jeans and T-shirt for a power move.

Buy now: Classic Bandhgala with Trouser, Tarun Tahiliani
Price: ₹45,900

Where: taruntahiliani.com

4. A white suit

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White suits are white-hot right now, having found champions in Shawn Mendes and Jake Gyllenhaal. Why not take it up a notch with an all-white suit? Opt for relaxed tailoring for a day event or a structured piece for the evening. White doesn’t always mean maritime – Dolce and Gabbana elevate the white suit with the subtle paisley pattern that will go well with Indian weddings.

Repeat, rewear, repurpose: Don’t let your white blazer collect dust. Throw it over your everyday uniform to add some pizzaz, or pair your trousers with a contrasting shirt for subtle colour blocking.

Buy now: Two-piece Paisley Pattern Suit, Dolce and Gabbana on Farfetch

Price: ₹2,26,926 approx

Where: farfetch.com

5. Linen

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Jetting off to a tropical wedding? Of all wedding suits for men, the linen suit best marries comfort and style. Ideally, a neutral hue will be your best bet since this can easily modify into a Sunday brunch look year-round. Look (and feel) cool as a cucumber in this Antar Agni set in cobalt. Style it with a white Tee and accessorise it with open sandals for an outdoor beach destination or sneakers for an indoor one.

Repeat, rewear, repurpose: Linen jackets and trousers are brunch staples. Wear this whole set with a casual Tee and sneakers for an upcoming brunch, or simply trade the trousers with airy shorts.

Buy now: Zufar Jacket and Baggy Trousers, Antar Agni by Ujjwal Dubey

Price: ₹28,200

Where: antar-agni.com

6. Pastels

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Steer away from safe neutrals like grey, navy, and black, and make a beeline for punchy-coloured wedding suits for men. Jim Sarbh is making a case for saccharine hues, and we are here for it, especially if it’s a destination wedding – the French Riviera, anyone? This single-breasted Tom Ford suit in powder blue is lightly pigmented without succumbing to an OTT vibe. Finish your look with a shirt and formal brogues for a spiffy turnout.

Repeat, rewear, repurpose: A pastel-hued suit is a perfect travel companion. Carry this on your next vacation – don’t forget to add a straw hat to the mix.

Buy now: Shelton Silk and Linen-blend Blazer, Tom Ford on Mr. Porter

Price: ₹2,78,833 approx

Where: mrporter.com

7. A formal dinner suit

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Nothing comes close to the elegance of well-tailored and sharp formal wedding suits for men – be it a sleek tuxedo or a suave three-piece suit. While the prior is best paired with a bow tie like Rahul Khanna, the latter can be worn with or without a tie. This pairs well with formal wedding events that come with invites that explicitly state black-tie dressing – perfect for weddings of business colleagues or if you are the groom.

Repeat, rewear, repurpose: Don’t let your suit get lost in the black hole of a closet. Wear the tux over your jeans and Tee for date night, or take the trousers to work paired with formal button-downs.

Buy now: Single-breasted Tuxedo, Z Zegna on Farfetch

Price: ₹73,220

Where: farfetch.com

8. Monotone

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We are all about making a commitment and sticking with it – that is monotone dressing in a nutshell. Commit to one colour and play with different hues within the colour family or various textures to add layers to your look. This playful Zara suit in sage green can take you from a wedding to beyond with its casual elegance. Ideal for the cool guy who likes to make a statement, this relaxed suit will pair well with sneakers.

Repeat, rewear, repurpose: A little colour never hurt anybody. Throw your coloured blazer over an all-white outfit to elevate it.

Buy now: Double Breasted Suit Blazer and Straight Suit Trousers, Zara

Price: ₹13,580
Where: zara.in

9. Prints

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Florals for spring may be passé, but there’s no better time than a wedding to bust out the floral prints on wedding suits for men, in vivid colours. The brighter, the better: We recommend this velvet bandhgala suit by Rohit Bal with warm florals adorning the lush velvet jacket. The jodhpurs are a nod to old-school Maharaja style that lend your outfit a royal touch.