Invited to a wedding that expressly bills itself as anti-black tie? The best wedding suits for men are a failsafe tuxedo alternative. Not only will they carry you through “I do,” into dinner and across to the other side of the open bar, they’ll also come home with you in one piece, ready for your next wedding (or date, or reunion, or workday.)
Still, when the dress code calls for anything other than classic black tie, figuring out what’s considered appropriate wedding attire can be a headache. Our advice there? Stick with the trusty two-piece suit. Faced with the frightening prospect of an especially confounding wedding invitation, a traditional suit—in navy blue, say, or charcoal gray—will always be a safe bet. Pair it with a crisp dress shirt, a solid-colored tie, dark dress shoes, and voila: your gam-gam will be introducing you as her dapper grandson in no time.
The point: The suits below will help you fix up and look sharp on the big day, whether it’s your own, you’re a groomsman, or you’ve been asked to give a speech in front of 300 people. To help you traverse the nuptial circuit in style, we tracked down the best of the bunch available today, whether your budget is under $500 or over $1,000.
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Wedding Suits Under $500
The single greatest thing about suits under $500? You can still look sharp without stressing about spills on the dancefloor or treating it too preciously. (In some ways, this is how you’re meant to wear a suit, so if you fear you’d be overly delicate with an investment suit, welcome to your section.) The trade-off? You’ll miss out on some of the finer details—like horn buttons, proper canvassing and finer fabric composition.
J.Crew Crosby Italian Cotton-Linen Suit
The Ludlow suit helped define the slim-fit era of the 2010s and gave J.Crew a major menswear moment. But the brand has made sure to stay current, expanding its tailoring lineup in recent years with a range of fits—including the Crosby, a more classic, traditional cut that feels just right for now. This version comes in a breezy, garment-dyed cotton-linen blend that’ll keep you cool in the heat but can still handle a light spring drizzle. You’ll kill it in an Oxford shirt and loafers, but it will look just as sharp when worn separately.
If you’re after something truly inexpensive but still put-together, this Uniqlo suit brings together everything the brand does well. It’s highly functional (quick-drying and machine washable), sharp-looking (breathable but structured fabric), and wildly affordable. Sure, this won’t fly at the most formal of affairs, but at this price, you’ll find more than a few places to make it work, from casual weddings to rooftop drinks to a presentation at the office. It’s something you can just throw on and not overthink. Hell, maybe you should grab two.
Madewell Double-Breasted Suit
Sometimes you want your suit not to blend in, but to make a statement—at weddings, rooftop drinks, or just while pretending you’re on the Amalfi Coast (hell, maybe you’re lucky enough to have that on your summer itinerary). This cotton-linen number from Madewell fits the bill perfectly. The fabric is light but structured, with just enough texture to keep things interesting. The double-breasted cut brings a touch of swagger, as does the relaxed silhouette. It’s a bit of a statement, but at under $300 you can afford to throw caution to the wind.
Spier & Mackay Cotton Linen Neo Cut Suit
If you haven’t heard of Spier & Mackay, the online-only Canadian brand is basically a cheat code for menswear guys on a budget. They work with legit fabric mills like E. Thomas and Abraham Moon, and offer updated, well-cut tailoring with all the right details: soft Italian shoulders, 3-roll-2 closures, hand-sewn Milanese lapel buttonholes, genuine horn buttons, and a curved barchetta chest pocket. All the hallmarks of fine tailoring—without the eye-watering price tag. Yes, the suits are made in China, but the fabrics and finish still make them an unbeatable value. This cotton-linen suit, for instance, could have you posted up at Pitti one day and hitting a wedding the next.
Mr. P Garment-Dyed Stretch Cotton Suit
If the big day involves watching loved ones say “I do” at City Hall and grabbing cocktails after, this worn-in cotton twill suit hits the exact right note. Unstructured, unfussy, and versatile enough to wear with a proper shirt and tie or dress down with a slouchy knit polo or tee, it’s the kind of suit that doesn’t scream wedding, but still looks totally intentional. And its casual nature means that when the day’s done, you’ll soon find reason to wear it again.
Wedding Suits Under $1,000
At this price point, you’re getting much better fabrics—softer to the touch, more breathable—and most of the sharp details that make a suit feel elevated. It’s a smart investment if you’ve got more weddings on the horizon or need something versatile enough for work and other more formal occasions.
As we recently pointed out, Buck Mason has quietly become a go-to for regular dudes who want to look great. This suit is a prime example. It’s deceptively simple but has just the right details to get a guy excited. The 3-roll-2 closure is inspired by Ivy looks of yore and the fresco English wool is made, impressively, with full-canvas construction and a natural shoulder. The pack breast and front pockets add to the throwback American look—so much that Buck Mason has aptly named it The Graduate, as if the Dustin Hoffman classic were set in 2025. You can almost hear someone whispering, “A.I., Benjamin. Just one word: A.I.”
J.Crew Kenmare Relaxed Fit Suit
The Kenmare cut is J.Crew’s even more relaxed option, after the Crosby above, and two steps from the slim Ludlow suit that made the brand a household name. This version is done up in an airy fresco wool from a legendary English mill—high-twist yarn, open weave, the whole breathable, wrinkle-resistant package. In other words: it keeps you cool, even when the dance floor heats up.
Natalino Tropical Wool Suit
A relatively new tailoring upstart with a shop tucked just off London’s Oxford Street (and a great online store), Natalino is turning out some of the sharpest menswear around, at prices that won’t make your eyes water. Usually, when you pay less for tailoring, you sacrifice a lot of the finer details. But in this case, its half-canvas suit is cut in a soft Neapolitan style with features you’d typically pay a premium for: wider lapels, spalla camicia shoulders, and the like. The trousers lean slim, but there’s enough fabric in the seams to let them out if you’re after a wider leg. And the two-ply high-twist wool is woven in England—light, breathable, and crease-resistant—then crafted in Naples. English refinement meets Italian craftsmanship.
Banana Republic Italian Ventile Suit
Originally built for globe-trotters and safari types, Banana Republic has roots in travel and adventure—and their summer wool suit taps into that spirit. Made from Ventile wool by one of Italy’s top mills, it’s got a vintage edge, plus all the modern perks the brand typically infuses: breathable, wrinkle-resistant, and finished with a soft Italian shoulder. A no-brainer for summer weddings.
Sid Mashburn Kincaid No. 2 Suit
Sid Mashburn has been perfecting suiting for years from his Atlanta HQ, and the Kincaid is his signature. The brand bills it as the ideal starter suit: charcoal grey, natural shoulder, two buttons, fully canvassed, and paired with classic plain-front trousers. It’ll take you from weddings to work without missing a beat. Dress it up with a crisp shirt and knit tie, or keep it breezy with a camp-collar shirt and fisherman sandals for an outdoor affair.
Wedding Suits Over $1,000
If you’re open to dropping over a grand on a suit—Congratulations, sir—you likely know your way around a lapel. Maybe you wear suits often. Maybe you’re just a tailoring nerd. Either way, you want all the desired details and only the most exquisite of drapes. Here are a few worth the splurge.
Drake’s Tropical Wool Suit
Drake’s may be best known for its offbeat British prep approach—think slouchy suits, colourful ties, and rakish scarves—but don’t let the fun fool you. The brand still knows how to turn out a properly sober English suit: beautifully draped, impeccably tailored, and loaded with all the right details. Sure, the price tag isn’t as playful as their neckwear, but you’re getting a suit built to last (and to quietly flex in) for years to come.
J. Mueser Waverly Linen Suit
For the past few years, J. Mueser has been quietly crafting bespoke and made-to-measure suits for New York’s in-the-know menswear crowd out of its West Village shop. Now, the brand’s signature style is available on Mr. Porter. This ‘Waverly’ double-breasted suit comes in black linen—arguably one of the coolest moves a guy can make. Sure, black’s often reserved for somber occasions, but in soft, breezy linen? It’s effortlessly sharp and very much of the moment.
Stòffa Unstructured Washed Linen Suit
Founded by two former Isaia employees, Stòffa has carved out a cult following for its clean take on Italian elegance. The brand built its name on impeccably made-to-measure pieces, but its ready-to-wear collection delivers the same elegant lines and thoughtful design. This suit, cut from a washed slub linen, is a perfect example—light, breathable, and refined.
Yes, linen wrinkles—but when it’s this good, it’s more of a stylish rumple than a mess. Embrace it, and you won’t look out of place at a Tuscan vineyard wedding or just sipping a spritz somewhere your phone doesn’t get service.
The Armoury Cotton Model 12A Cotton Suit
Hong Kong-founded, New York-located tailor The Armoury is a go-to for suit nerds. While you’ll find the expected Neapolitan-style soft-shouldered tailoring, I’m especially into their Model A12 suit—a slightly more casual option inspired by 1930s workwear. Designed in collaboration with Japan’s Ring Jacket, it features patch pockets, a ventless back, and easy-wearing charm. The real star, though, is the olive cotton from Italian mill Solbiati. It’s a warm-weather MVP you can break up and wear in a dozen different ways, making it a seriously smart investment.
Berg & Berg Don Wool Silk Linen Suit
Scandinavian tailoring is having a moment, and Berg & Berg is proof that the Nordics know their way around a silhouette. The Don suit is full of quiet swagger: broad lapels, a nipped waist, a slightly longer jacket with a low button stance that gives you legs for days, and wide-leg trousers that drape just right over your shoes. It’s cut from the holy trinity of fabric blends: wool-silk-linen, all sourced from Italy.
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