Planning a Summer 2026 Wedding Suit? Give Yourself Time

As a guide, we typically recommend allowing 8–12 weeks for a tailored wedding suit, with a 6-week express option available where needed. With that in mind, if you’re planning a summer 2026 wedding, now is the ideal time to begin.

We see first-hand how much more enjoyable, and empowering, the bespoke wedding suit process becomes when clients give themselves enough time. Not because it has to be done early, but because it changes how the experience feels.

Peak season fills quickly, especially Saturdays

As we move into peak wedding season, demand naturally increases. At the time of writing, over 80% of Saturday appointments are already booked in the next four weeks across our stores.

Saturday appointments are always the first to go. Many book up well in advance, particularly during winter and spring, which can limit flexibility if you leave things too late.

Where possible, we often suggest considering a weekday appointment. These can feel calmer and more relaxed, especially helpful if you’re bringing a partner, friend, or members of your wedding party along.

Sorted before the final countdown begins

One of our strongest recommendations is to have your wedding suit finished and in your wardrobe around four weeks before the big day.

Those final weeks before a wedding are busy enough; last-minute plans, guests, travel, and all the details that come with such a meaningful occasion. Knowing your suit is already taken care of removes one major decision from your mind.

It also gives you time to try everything on at home, feel comfortable, and enjoy the reassurance that this part is truly sorted.

Time gives you control

When there’s space in the timeline, the process feels very different.

Fittings can be booked at times that work for you, rather than being dictated by tight deadlines. This is particularly valuable for wedding parties, where coordinating multiple diaries can otherwise feel restrictive.

It also means there’s no need to rush decisions or limit options, and it helps avoid the need for a shortened or express service. Everything can move at a steady, considered pace.

Don’t forget the finishing touches

Giving yourself time isn’t just about the suit itself. It also allows space to think about the details that bring everything together: shirts, shoes, accessories, and personal touches that complete the look.

With the suit already underway, these choices become enjoyable rather than hurried, and you can build an outfit that feels cohesive and truly yours.

A gentle nudge, from experience

If you’re planning a summer 2026 wedding, now is the ideal time to start, particularly if you’d like to follow a comfortable 12 week timeline and secure a weekend appointment.

An initial wedding suit consultation is simply a conversation. It’s a chance to explore ideas, ask questions, and understand what’s possible, with no pressure to have everything decided.

Giving yourself time isn’t about getting ahead for the sake of it. It’s about creating a calm, confident experience, and one less thing to worry about as your wedding day approaches.