Best Suit Colours for Summer Weddings in Ireland
Wedding season is fast approaching and we’re excited to explore the emerging trends this year. If you’re planning a wedding or even if you’re on the guest list, you’ll need to find something that makes you look and feel fabulous all day long, as well as in the photos afterwards!
Summer wedding attire must accommodate unpredictable changes in the weather, and extreme heat can be a challenge for traditional menswear. Whether you’re looking for a formal look for a country house wedding or a more relaxed style for a rustic outdoor wedding, we’ve got you covered with a whole range of suits for all styles and budgets.
Summer Wedding Attire for Men
A summer wedding often involves a very long day and suits can become uncomfortable and restrictive, especially when you want to make a splash on the dance floor! Finding the right option means considering the fit, the style and your own preferences, so that you can create a look with a bit of personality and flair. When you visit us at Suits, we’ll work with you to find the shape that suits you best, and we’ll try some different cuts so that you can feel the difference.
A summer wedding suit will need to be lighter and more versatile than a winter suit, and we love linen and linen blends in loose, unstructured styles. Linen blends are excellent at retaining their shape, and less likely to crease than pure linen, so they can offer the best of both worlds when you are going to a summer wedding. Lightweight wool can also be a surprisingly good choice for the summer, since wool can help to regulate the body temperature, and cotton blends often work well as a breathable alternative.
Summer Wedding Colours 2026
Neutral and earthy shades are still popular in the world of menswear for weddings, and we love the subtle hints of colour that are creeping in, too. Lighter colours are the perfect option for daytime weddings and outdoor venues, as well as destination weddings where you won’t have to worry about the rain! Deeper colours are still popular for more formal occasions and evening weddings, and black and navy tuxedos often steal the day here.
Summer suit colours that are topping the charts this year include:
1. Stone. Sophistication and style are the name of the game for many men at weddings, and stone is a popular colour choice with wedding guests and bridal parties. A lightweight option with black accent details is ideal for a summer wedding or other occasion, and the Ronald Stone Tailored Three Piece Suit with four button waistcoat is a particularly well suited to summer weddings and other outdoor events.
2. Pale grey. Grey is a traditional suit colour, and paler shades are perfect for the summer months. A loosely tailored style, perhaps in a breathable cotton blend, is the ideal choice for wearing all day long and you can remove your jacket for the evening if you’re getting too warm on the dance floor. The Light Grey Check Three Piece Suit with Black Detail is a stylish choice, well designed with black buttons and lining. We love the check design, with black and white contrast, and a black tie is the perfect accessory to complete the look.
3. Pale Green. Shades of pale green add a touch of personality to your suit, and these are ideal for summer weddings and other occasions. The Finley Moss Green Three Piece Suit is a lightweight design in sage green, with a complementary pocket square to complete the effect. This is a sharp, stylish suit with a peak lapel and single back vent and a four button cuff, and the blazer has functional pockets on the inside and on the outside, so you can keep your essentials safe all day!
4. Pale blue. Pale blue is a popular choice for summer weddings at the moment, and it’s easy to see why. The flattering, well cut George Light Blue Check Three Piece Suit is a great example, with a complementary lining and pocket square, and it simply exudes quality and style. The pale blue check is a light, vibrant fabric that is well suited to the summer, and the waistcoat looks great alone if it’s too hot to keep your jacket on all day!
5. Light brown. There are many earthy shades available in our collection of suits, and when you want to stand out from the crowd, you might find that light brown or tan is the way to go. If you’re looking for a timeless style, you can embrace Bugsy Malone style with the Ray Tan Check Three Piece Suit, with vibrant golden brown buttons and stitching details. This is a great choice for men with dark hair and features, and the addition of a gold pocket watch will add to the chic, classic look.
6. Olive. Olive green is a good choice when you prefer dark colours but still want to step away from traditional black and navy. You’ll love the Bromley Olive Green Check Three Piece Suit by Marc Darcy, which showcases the traditional Prince Of Wales check pattern. This is a lovely slim fitting design, with a single breasted waistcoat and notch lapel, and the waistcoat adjuster straps ensure that you’ll feel comfortable all day long.
7. Black. If you’re looking for a stylish option for an evening wedding or a black tie occasion, you’ll love the sleek, contemporary cut of a classic black tuxedo with complementary pocket square. We love the slim fitting, single-breasted blazer with a three button cuff that perfectly finishes the Spencer Charcoal Tux, and this is an excellent choice if you want to embrace James Bond style for all your summer occasions.
Whichever colour you choose, your suit is your opportunity to make an impact at summer weddings this year. Remember that you’ll feel cooler in a paler colour, and that the cut of your suit should complement your physique and feel comfortable when you are moving around. Don’t forget that finding the right accessories can change your look completely, and the shoes, cufflinks and ties you choose will enable you to inject a little more personality into your outfit.
Find the Latest Suit Trends at Suits
Here at Suits, our experienced team love nothing more than helping our customers to find the right suit. We know that finding the right outfit for an occasion can be stressful, and we have a great selection of suits and accessories, as well as on-site measuring and adjustment services. We offer a bespoke tailoring service for those special occasions when you want something truly unique, and this is a great choice for the groom, the Father of the Bride or a wedding guest.
You can visit our showroom in Ballycureen to discover our full collection of suits for every occasion, and explore our excellent selection for wedding parties. We stock an extensive range of two piece suits, three piece suits and tuxedos and we will help you to find the right suit for every occasion. Visit us to see our full collection in store, or explore our website to find the best suits and accessories in Ireland.
