As a groom, would you buy shirts and rent the suits for your wedding?

The cost of a wedding these days can be $20,000 and upwards. With church, reception, cars, bridal gown, along with bridesmaids, ushers and all the accessories, the price is just too high for many couples. It is tempting to compromise on some of the costs involved, especially for formal wear, which tends to be packed in the loft, gathering dust for many years following the happy event.

However, brides tend to be sentimental over their choice of gown, lots of time is spent choosing materials, styles and cut. Different shops and boutiques are visited before any decisions are made. It’s a major part of the event and enjoyed by most females.

Males, on the other hand, tend to be more practical and concerned with cutting expense where possible. Most grooms would be happy to rent their suit and accessories, especially considering the difference in costs between renting and buying.

Many rental companies offer lower prices, that this, depending on quality. Most towns have specialist rental shops as well. The groom, best man and ushers can visit the shops, feeling the quality of material, style and cut. They can try on various styles and check which suits them best. Rental shops will also do alterations where necessary and deliver to the home, all at little extra cost.

A designer suit of similar style and quality would cost anywhere between $1000 and $1400 to buy. There is such a huge difference in price for a suit which would be probably never be worn again, that it’s no surprise that more grooms than ever before are choosing to rent. Would a bride ever consider renting a wedding dress? Hmmm, I wonder.