A Groom’s Guide to Suits: Rent vs. Buy?
An important decision each groom has to consider is whether to rent or buy their wedding tuxedo or suit. We’ve partnered with The Suit Shop Co. to help you navigate through this decision to arrive at the right choice for you.
Own Your Suit or Tuxedo
Special Keepsake
Adding your wedding day suit or tux to your permanent collection will serve as a memorable keepsake. Whether you have it hanging in your closet, or it’s being worn to other special occasions, your wedding day attire will provide you with fond memories of your special day for years to come!
Anticipate One or More Gatherings
You do not need to have a busy social calendar to end up at one or more formal or semi-formal events during the year. When you think of attending business events or gatherings for friends and family, these add up fairly quickly! Buying a suit costs a little more upfront than renting. However, from a financial perspective, if you anticipate attending at least one other formal or semi-formal event, buying a suit or tux pays for itself!
Personalized Fit
With a custom tailored suit, the style options are endless, and you are not constrained to the items on the rack. A perfectly fitted suit guarantees a flawless look, and comfort throughout the day! A perfectly tailored suit will also help you exude confidence, creating beautiful wedding photos that you and your loved one will cherish for a lifetime!
Timeless Style
If you’re going for a timeless style such as the classic black tuxedo or the fitted navy suit, these will never go out of style and should be added to your collection! Make it a staple in your closet that can easily be styled with different accessories to suit other special occasions and formal gatherings.
Rent Your Suit or Tuxedo
Not Anticipating Future Gatherings
Beyond your wedding day, you do not anticipate attending weddings of loved ones, or other semi-formal gatherings and work events that would require a tux or suit. In this case, no need to crowd your closet – you may be better off renting for the day.
Cutting Edge Style
If you’re going with a very unique theme that requires you to wear a very flashy jacket colour, or if you’re going for a super trendy look that may be out of style in a few years, then renting for this one occasion may make sense.
Single Package Deal
The selection process when renting a suit or tux is fairly simple in that you pick out a package that includes a pre-packaged suit or tux. No need to visit the tailor or select individual accessories like lapel style and buttons.
Budget
Although after one or more wears, owning your attire may actually be a better return on your initial investment, if your main focus is your upfront budget and you’re financially strapped, then renting may be a better option for you.
You and your bride will be the centre of attention and your wedding day merits a perfectly tailored suit. Overall, deciding to rent or buy your suit or tuxedo is a personal decision that depends on your situation and preference.
The Suit Shop Co. offers full custom, thoughtfully designed and made to measure tuxedos and suits. Each custom garment combines the very best components, using fabrics from the world’s most famous and prestigious Italian Fabric Mills, down to the selection of buttons, and lapel style. The end result is a garment that is unique from any other because it has been created especially for you, with your measurements and personal touch!
