As well as knowing just how a suit should fit, we also know what works for different personalities and occasions. We’ll suggest options that’ll make you feel on form for the big event. It’s also your opportunity to get advice on the details, like how to tie your cravat), as well as ask questions about the rest of the hire process.

We say no later than 60 days before you need to pick it up, but the sooner the better. Although we have lots of stock, getting in there early means there’s more chance we’ll have the exact suit and fit you want. It also leaves time for any changes you might want to make further down the line. And why not get them sorted early? It gives you one less thing to think about.

You should allow around an hour for your suit hire appointment. It can be relatively quick to find your outfit and get measured up, but having more time means you can try on different outfits, weigh up your options and ask as many questions as you like. What you wear is a big decision, so it’s worth taking some time over it.

If your suit is for your wedding, you should bring the key decision-makers with you. That’s likely to be you and your other half, or you may have free rein and want to bring your best man or woman to help you decide.

You don’t need to bring all your groomsmen as they can get fitted at a later date. We’ll give you ID numbers for each person, which means they can go to any Moss store and try on a suit in the correct fit. Don’t worry – only the groom (or bride) can make decisions on the outfit, so they won’t be able to change anything without your consent.

If your suit is for prom or a black-tie event, bring whoever you like – or just come along on your own. Though if you’re not paying for the hire yourself, you may want to bring the person who is along too.

There are three key things we’ll need to know before we can give you the best advice on your suit.

1. 1. 1. Date – we need to know when you need your suits for.
      2. Venue – if it’s outside, in a barn or in a particularly posh venue, our experts will make sure you look the part.
      3. Colour scheme – if you want to match with your bridesmaids or your date for an event, we can help you decide on the best accessories. A swatch or photo of their outfit(s) will be helpful.

Our best tip? Come with an open mind. You might not have considered wearing tails, a burgundy suit or tweed, but put one on and you could be very surprised by how it makes you feel. We see it all the time – a groom puts on tails and he suddenly feels like he is getting married very soon. And it’s the same with a tux for black tie. A great outfit is a powerful thing.

Play with shades and materials

When choosing a blue suit, the first thing you should decide on is the shade. Do you like a deeper navy tone, or prefer a lighter, more pastel colour to reflect the season?

Whatever you choose, it’s worth keeping it simple with your styling. Pairing a light blue suit, like our light blue linen, with a white shirt and a tonal tie will offer a level of formality and help you feel put together, too. If you’re heading to a more casual wedding, choose a more relaxed approach and lose the tie altogether.

If you’re looking for something a bit more classic, navy suits are a great option. This is where fabric, fit and quality become really important – with so many navy suits out there, it’s important to choose one that is wedding-worthy (and can potentially be worn again afterwards). Look for quality cotton, wool and linen in the summer.

Ask one of our in-store experts to help you pick out a suit that truly fits you, or (even better) have it tailored and you’ll be a strong contender for best dressed guest.

It’s a fact: people love to get married in spring. It’s probably got something to do with longer days and the likelihood of a bit of sunshine, but we think it’s also about the romance and optimism of a new start.

And dressing up for a spring wedding is good fun. Soft spring suit shades like light blue and grey come into their own in here – choose a blue suit if you’re wearing neutral-shade accessories, and grey tailoring for those brighter colours like pink, yellow, orange and teal. For a destination wedding, linen always makes sense. A neutral linen suit with an unexpected knitted polo underneath can make things feel a bit more casual. And of course, we couldn’t talk about spring weddings without a mention of a tweed three-piece suit. Try yours with a tonal tie for a more formal affair.

One minute it’s raining, the next it’s beaming sunshine – welcome to spring in the UK. It’s safe to assume it won’t be freezing or boiling, but the middle ground can be just as tricky to dress for.

We recommend banking on a mid-weight fabric, so nothing too heavy like thick wool and nothing too light like hopsack. Look for a worsted fabric in a weight of around 350g or less.

The weight of your suit will also be influenced by its construction. A lightweight suit will have light or no shoulder padding, minimal interlinings and a half or buggy lining. The lighter the structure, the breezier the suit. A traditional spring suit will have more structured shoulders and perhaps a half-canvas construction – a luxury addition that will help the suit mould to your frame over time, but will also lock heat in. Consider the wedding date and how much of the day will be spent inside/outside and choose your suit weight accordingly.

Your choice of accessories is where you can really up the ‘spring’ feel of your outfit. Handy if you’ve moved your wedding date and need to make a darker suit feel more seasonal.

Sunny shades like sage, pale blue, coral and pink are springtime classics that look great with both light and dark shades of suit. They tend to feature in springtime flowers too, so you should be able to match your buttonhole to your accessories easily if you’re in the wedding party. If you’ve gone for a green or brown tweed suit, you can set off the earthy tones and still look cheery for spring with a printed tie.

Of course, if you’re the groom or in the wedding party, your suit and accessory choice might be dictated by what the bridesmaids are wearing. If you’d like to coordinate without outright matching, you can soften the look by wearing two pocket squares, one neutral and one in the theme colour.

If you need some advice on what to wear for weddings all year round, our wedding dress code guide has it all laid out.

Tweed’s been one of our most popular suits fabrics for a while now, and nowhere more so than for weddings. But even though it’s a fabric with heritage roots, there are crucial differences between your grandad’s tweeds and the ones on offer now, like contemporary cuts, softer shoulders and modern muted shades. Reworking the classics is going to be big this year, and tweed is an easy way to do this with your groom outfit – and, of course, it looks great too.

Nod to tradition by wearing yours as a three-piece with a vintage-inspired waistcoat or go more minimal with your styling to take the look firmly into today. Checks are predicted to be a wedding trend in wedding décor this year so we suggest being the shining example of the trend by weaving checks into your wedding suit style.

No, not for lounging around at home (we’ve done enough of that recently) – a ‘lounge suit’ is the catch-all term for any suit that’s not traditional morning wear.  Go for a neat fit with soft shoulders for a modern profile that’ll form a solid base to any look. Like pattern or colour, or like mixing your suit jacket with different trousers, styling it up with all the trimmings or dressing it down with a t-shirt.

Lounge suits are a great choice for anyone who wants to look sharp but doesn’t feel comfortable in a more formal suit. They also work really well for a more casual, laid-back wedding or a destination wedding. They tend to stand up to long-distance travel a little better too, though as long as you take care of your suit on your flight you should be fine to travel with any style.

And if you’re after something completely unique to you, how about a custom-made lounge suit, personalised down to the last detail for you? With Custom Made, we’ll even embroider your wedding date or your partner’s initials on the inside your jacket to make it a one-of-a-kind memento. Custom details like this will make your special day feel even more so.

Traditionally, the less formal your wedding the lighter your suit could be, but with tradition out the window now you’ll probably be more led by weather than anything else. For big (or small) days on sunny days, a fabric that’s lighter in both colour and weight will feel more carefree than black, blue or grey. Think linen in a neutral hue. The reality is that it’s your wedding day and you can wear whatever style or colour of wedding suit that you want.

And on cold days, a stone or beige wool suit is a relaxed alternative to darker tweeds. Either way, you’ll find modern neutral hues will set off all sorts of styling, like romantic florals or textured tonal accessories. You can dress it down (or up) as much as you like if you’re going for a more relaxed, casual wedding.

If the last couple of years have taught us anything it’s that what you wear has a real effect on how you feel. For grooms that means grabbing the chance to dress up and feel great when it matters most – and there’s little better to put you in an occasion mood than a statement wedding suit.

Try bold checks, a double-breasted style or a bright colour. Up for more? Switch up your styling with a refined knit or a great pair of boots. We’re celebrating in style these days, so extend that all the way to your wedding outfit.

There are loads of options when it comes to choosing your groom’s outfit. Hiring a wedding suit has always been a more sustainable option for your wedding outfit – if you don’t wear suits very often then it might not make sense to invest in a one-off. Hiring a suit gives you a memorable look without the commitment (save that for your partner!). On the flip side, if you want to treat yourself to a suit then your wedding day is about the best excuse you’ll have to do it.

Style-wise, it’s all up to you whether you choose a wedding outfit that complements the rest of your wedding day or you go for something that makes you stand out as a couple. Sometimes it’s a great, creative touch when everything isn’t too matched together, especially if you’re going for a more relaxed or eclectic day.

You’ll also want to make sure that your wedding suit complements what your partner is wearing. You’ve already shown that you’re the perfect match for one another, so you want your wedding photos to reflect that too. Those pictures last a really long time!

When you’re selecting a suit – whether you buy or hire – fit is really important. Too tight and you could feel restricted or self-conscious through the day. And a too-big suit can make you feel just as bad, especially when you look back at photos. Have a look at our handy guide on how to measure yourself for a suit to help you get it right.

Give yourself enough time to find your just-right wedding suit too. You might need alterations or to order your ideal size in, so make sure you slot in some time for extra bits like this. And, if you’re hiring, think about booking your appointment now. It’s always worth giving yourself the time to try on some different styles, colours and fits – you might just surprise yourself when it turns out your perfect suit is completely different to what you usually wear!

With the arrival of British Summer Time comes lighter evenings, beautiful seasonal flowers (hello Peony season!) and a bumper time for bank holidays. Spring feels fresh and full of promise, and it’s also not as wet as you have been led to believe – it’s honestly a wonderful time of year for an outdoor wedding ceremony. A light blue suit would look amazing against a backdrop of fresh flowers and lush foliage. Pair this with a white shirt and colour-pop tie and you’ll fit right in to the optimistic spring mood.

If you’re dreaming of an outdoor wedding blessed with balmy weather, then summer is the best time to do it! A huge number of weddings take place across August and September, so get planning early to secure your favourite dates, venue and suppliers. If you’re having a classic British garden wedding complete with lawn games and refreshing cocktails, a stylish light-coloured suit like this neutral one would be the perfect option. It’s lightweight and adaptable, with a tailored fit and minimal lining leaving you feeling well-dressed, cool and comfortable.

With temperatures gradually decreasing, autumn is a wonderful time of year to embrace the great outdoors – think soft, warm light and a rich colour palette. The popularity of tweed for groomswear is a trend that grows year on year, and we can understand why. It’s stylish, versatile and will keep you warm on those cooler days. Team the Moss blue Donegal tweed suit with a crisp white shirt, dusky pink tie, and taupe loafers for a lighter take on this seasonal classic.

Outdoor ceremonies in winter? They’re absolutely do-able, and actually quite magical. Just don’t forget the candles, blankets and a fire pit or two! If you’re planning on spending a good part of your winter wedding outdoors, then you’re going to need your outfit to work hard for you. We love a tuxedo-inspired jacket with high wool composition and a sharp outline. Ever considered swapping your white shirt for a stylish merino rollneck? Now’s the time to do it!

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