Classic black and white remains a trusted tradition, but bold, jewel-toned statements or simple, yet elevated neutrals will enhance any wedding's unique aesthetic. Friar Tux offers a wide variety of selections that provide ample opportunity to upgrade style by imbuing personality and intentionality in every design. An expanded color palette offers suits for every personality and taste, and this year's trends continue to find distinctive new ways to revitalize convention.
Trends
Couples are Approaching Wedding Suiting with Refined Personality and Taste in 2026.
Written by
Diane Meyer
A paisley-patterned jacket contributes polished flair to the classic groom's uniform. Couples planning a black-tie wedding can consider creating thoughtful depth by elevating their color palette with layered textures and patterns.
Subverting style expectations has become a show-stopping trend in formalwear. With the groom opting for an attention-grabbing print in white, an equally elegant black gown for the bride could inspire a gothic twist.
An autumn or winter wedding benefits from fashionable warmth, making structured, modern maroon a natural choice to keep an aesthetic sophisticated, yet surprising.
Enchanting burgundy or wine-toned velvet pairs perfectly with a moody evening reception. Romantic color palettes accented by flickering candlelight and matched by timeless red roses are a consistent design trend for couples who want to turn up the heat.
Jewel tones embolden a ceremony with sincerity. For a forested outdoor ceremony, a suit in muted emerald gently balances natural shades of green while adding elegance to an organic design.
Deep purple or midnight navy royally vivifies a common blue color palette, leaning into elegant vibrancy. Personality can shine in suiting that celebrates daring and dramatic hues.
Earth-tones will inspire the shyly adventurous. Complementing relaxed, rustic aesthetics, charmingly chic neutral shades create memorable fashion moments guided by grounded restraint.
A garden party vibe begs for fresh color choices, and olive green is a suave, stylish shade that will enrich a lush courtyard ceremony with Italian influence. Couples imagining a celebration that feels more like a Mediterranean getaway can look to flora and fauna to inspire an elevated wedding design.
Free-spirited energy meets fine-tuned formality. By loosening up with neutral linen fabrics, a laid-back bridal party will enjoy a serene ceremony's soothing atmosphere.
Seek out the spotlight with bright chromatics. Channeling warm, imaginative whimsy, even winter weddings can embrace golden tones for a gilded, vintage feel.
