The Best Wedding Suit Colours

The colour of a wedding suit sets the tone of the photos and the day. The right choice depends on the season, the setting, and how much a groom wants to stand out. Here are the best wedding suit colours and when each one works.

The Safe, Photogenic Classics

Navy and charcoal are the reliable choices for a reason. Both photograph beautifully in almost any light, suit every complexion, and read appropriately formal for a wedding. If you want a suit that looks right in the pictures and that you will wear again afterward, start here. Our post on navy versus charcoal helps you choose between them.

Lighter Tones for Summer

For a summer or outdoor wedding, lighter colours come into their own. Tan and light grey feel seasonal, keep you cooler, and photograph softly in bright light where a dark suit can look heavy. These are a natural fit for a garden or beach ceremony, as covered in our guide on summer wedding attire.

Deeper Tones for Character

A groom who wants to stand out can reach for a deeper, richer colour like a forest green, which reads elegant without being loud. It suits a groom who already knows a navy suit and wants something with more personality for the day. Whatever the colour, match it to the season and setting and build in time to order, since a wedding suit is best started around four months ahead, and sooner still works.

FAQ

What colour suit is best for a groom?

Navy and charcoal are the safest and most photogenic year-round, suiting every complexion and reading appropriately formal. For summer or outdoor weddings, lighter tans and greys work well, while a deep green adds character for a groom who wants to stand out.

What colour suit is best for a summer wedding?

Lighter tones like tan and light grey. They feel seasonal, keep you cooler, and photograph softly in bright light, where a dark suit can look heavy. They suit garden and beach ceremonies particularly well.

Can a groom wear a coloured suit?

Yes, a deeper, richer colour like forest green reads elegant without being loud and lets a groom stand out. It suits a groom who already owns the classic colours and wants something with more personality for the wedding.