Groom's Suit or Tuxedo Cost

How Much Does a Groom's Suit or Tuxedo Cost?

Rental: $50-$100

Medium: $300-$800

High: $800-$1,500+

Typical costs:

Tuxedo or suit costs vary, depending on whether the groom rents or buys. On the low end, tuxedo rentals start at about $50 to $100 for rental of a basic wool tuxedo and vest.
In the mid-range, a groom can buy a nice suit for between $300 and $800.
And, on the high end, it costs about $800 to $1,500 and up to purchase a quality designer wool or linen tuxedo or suit.
The average groom's tuxedo or suit cost is $197, according to the Bridal Association of America[1] .

Related articles: Wedding Dress, Groomsman's Suit or Tuxedo, Wedding Photographer

What should be included:

Tuxedo rental includes a professional measurement and fitting, as well as pressing, cleaning and overnight use of the tuxedo.

Additional costs:

When renting a tuxedo, the vest, tie shoes and shirt typically cost extra. And, of course, if you buy a suit, you will need to buy a shirt, tie and cufflinks, which can add $100 or more to your cost. The average groom spends $116 on accessories, according to the Bridal Association of America.
While rented tuxedoes should fit perfectly, grooms who buy a suit or tuxedo might need alterations, which will cost $30 to $100 or more, depending on the complexity of the alteration.

Discounts:

If the groomsmen are renting their tuxedoes, the rental shop will usually throw in the groom's tuxedo for free
If you check their websites, many chain formalwear rental stores offer coupons.

Shopping for a groom's suit or tuxedo:

When trying to decide whether to rent a tuxedo, buy a tuxedo or buy a suit, TheGroomGuide.com[2] provides a list of pros and cons for each option.
Brides.com[3] offers a guide on how to choose the right suit or tuxedo for the season, time of day and formality level, and The Men's Wearhouse[4] lists answers to common questions about formalwear and The Knot.com[5] offers a guide on choosing attire based on body type.
If the groom does not live near the groomsmen, a chain store might be the most convenient option to coordinate their attire. Chains include After Hours Formalwear[6] and The Men's Wearhouse[7] .
GQ.com[8] offers a step-by-step guide to buying a suit and making sure the fit is correct. To get proper fit, buy the suit at least a month in advance and have it tailored by a professional.
To buy a suit, check chain department stores such as Nordstrom or Macy's[9] or men's stores such as The Men's Wearhouse.

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What People Are Paying - Recent Comments

Purchased tuxedo

Amount: $2,251.00

Posted by: Demitrii in Atlanta, GA.	Posted: May 2nd, 2017 10:05AM
Designer: Suit supply

Went in thinking about purchasing a tuxedo for under $1,000 and after trying on some nice suits and choosing colors i ended up spending $2,251. Big difference having custom fit materials as opposed to off the rack. I usually purchase decent suits at Macy's for $300- $400 after Discounts. However, this is a tuxedo that I will use on big day and on more formal events going forward. I feel it's worth it. Try both options and go with what makes you feel better ;)