Your wedding day is all about celebrating love, but let’s be honest—you also want to look your absolute best. While you should stand out as the groom, your groomsmen should complement your style, creating a polished overall ensemble.

But getting this balance right seems tricky, doesn’t it? How do you ensure you shine without making your groomsmen look like extras from a mismatched movie set? Let Bentex Suits break it down for you.

1. It All Starts With Your Suit

Let’s start with the basics. Before thinking about your groomsmen, choose your own suit first. And no, this isn’t about being selfish—it’s about setting the foundation for a well-coordinated look. Needless to say, the foundation here is the groom’s suit!

What to look out for:

• Formality: Are you going black-tie with a tux, a classic three-piece suit, or a more relaxed two-piece look for a semi-casual event?
• Colour: Do you prefer timeless navy, charcoal, or black? Or are you leaning towards a modern deep green, burgundy, or beige?
• Fit & Style: Will you go for a classic, slim, or modern tailored fit? Do you want a double-breasted jacket, peak lapels, or a statement bow tie?

It all boils down to these basics. After that, it will feel easy to build the groomsmen’s style around it.

2. Matching vs. Complementing: Which Should I Go For?

This is the most common question we get from our to-be grooms. Do I match or complement my groomsmen? Now, should your groomsmen wear the same suit as you? The short answer: not exactly. You want to be the focus of the event (for obvious reasons) and your groomsmen should complement your style.

Option 1: Same Suit, Different Details

Think about what persona you would be comfortable in. In other words, what style reflects you (without thinking about the groomsmen for a second)? If you like a clean, uniform look, have your mates wear the same suit colour but give yourself some unique touches that would set you apart in some way. You don’t want people to get confused about who the groom is when they look at the wedding photos.

Here are some ways to make this a success:

• Wear a waistcoat, while your groomsmen wear a two-piece suit.
• Go for a different tie, pocket square, or lapel pin to subtly stand out, especially if you don’t want to overdo the standing out.
• Choose a different fabric texture—like a velvet bow tie for you and matte ties for your pals.

This kills two birds with one stone. The wedding party looks coordinated without taking attention away from you.

Option 2: Different Shades of the Same Colour

A monochrome palette adds dimension while keeping the group put together. Here’s what we suggest:

• If your suit is deep navy, your groomsmen can wear a lighter blue.
• A charcoal grey suit for you? They can wear medium or light grey!
• In the mood for some vibrant hues? A rich emerald green suit goes beautifully well with olive or forest green for them.

This creates a visually interesting contrast without losing out on harmony.

Option 3: Contrasting but Coordinated

Want to truly stand out and go for a different suit colour than your groomsmen altogether? Well, that’s what we suggest the most! And don’t worry, you can still tie everything together—with matching accessories.

• A classic black tux for you, with groomsmen in deep navy or dark grey.
• A cream or beige suit for a summer wedding, with groomsmen in light grey or soft brown.
• A burgundy suit for you, with groomsmen in black or charcoal grey.

To unify the look, you just have to make sure that your ties, boutonnieres, or pocket squares follow a theme. A good tailor will help you with that.

3. Wedding Theme & Season Are Not to Be Ignored

Your wedding location and season play one of the biggest roles when it comes to selecting a suit. What works for a winter black-tie ballroom wedding won’t fit a beach ceremony in summer!

• Summer weddings: Lightweight fabrics like linen or cotton blend in beige, light grey, or pastel shades.
• Autumn weddings: Wool or tweed in warm tones like burnt orange, burgundy, or deep green.
• Winter weddings: Heavyweight wool, velvet, or cashmere in charcoal, navy, or dark jewel tones.
• Spring weddings: Light wool-silk blends in soft blues, greys, or fresh earth tones.

If you’re having an outdoor wedding, then breathable fabrics are your best friend. A formal indoor wedding calls for a structured suit such as a tux.

4. Unlock the Secret to a Cohesive Look with Accessories

Accessories have the power to make or break the look—regardless of how well-stitched your wedding suit is.

• Ties & Bowties: If you’re wearing a patterned tie, they can wear a solid version in a complementary shade!
• Boutonnieres: A unique flower arrangement for you, and they don’t have to skip them! They can just go for simplified versions.
• Shoes: If you’re wearing sleek black dress shoes, they can wear brown or dark grey for contrast (and vice versa).
• Lapel Pins & Cufflinks: Subtle personal touches that differentiate your look without clashing.

Once you do this you’ll realise that God truly lies in the details!

5. Keep Comfort & Budget in Mind

We understand that not everyone has the same budget or body type, so it’s important to consider think about fit and affordability when choosing suits for your groomsmen.

• Tailoring Matters: A suit that fits well looks far better than an expensive one that doesn’t. Encourage your groomsmen to get their suits adjusted for a polished look. It’s worth shedding some extra bucks for quality clothing that lasts years.
• Comfort First: The last thing you want is your best man sweating in an all-black wool suit at a beach wedding. The only thing worse than that would be you sucking your breath in right at the altar! Choose fabrics and fits that are functional and not just aesthetic.

Final Thoughts: A Well-Matched, Stylish Wedding Party

Unlike what you might think, complementing doesn’t necessarily mean matching perfectly. And let us add to it that it shouldn’t be that way. It’s about balance—you stand out while your groomsmen look sharp and coordinated.

Whether you go for matching suits with unique details, different shades of the same colour, or contrasting styles with unified accessories, the key is to create a thoughtful, polished look that enhances your wedding aesthetic.

Need expert tailoring to bring your wedding vision to life? A bespoke suit not only ensures you and your groomsmen look sharp and feel comfortable, but it also makes a lasting impression on your big day. Book an appointment with Bentex Suits Sydney today.