Wedding Party Budget Splitter
How much does it cost to outfit your wedding party? Plan per-person groomsmen and bridesmaid attire, compare rent vs. retail vs. custom, and split costs.
A typical US wedding party of 5 groomsmen and 5 bridesmaids costs $2,000â$3,500 at rental or retail pricing, or $1,260â$1,500 at Nathan Tailors custom â and your party keeps the garments instead of returning rentals. Groomsmen suits: $150â$600 rental/retail vs. $169â$279 custom. Bridesmaid dresses: $200â$400 retail vs. $69â$99 custom. Adjust party size, tier, and who pays below.
Free · Instant · Based on real 2026 US pricing · 500+ wedding parties dressed
Paired tool: Custom wedding attire mood board â visualise the palette, venue, bride, groom, bridesmaids and groomsmen on one page before you lock in the budget.
Interactive wedding budget splitter
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Rent vs. buy vs. custom â the real math
| Option | Groomsmen suit | Bridesmaid dress | Keeps it? |
|---|---|---|---|
| US Rental | $150â$250 | $80â$150 | No |
| US Retail (off-the-rack) | $300â$600 | $200â$400 | Yes |
| Nathan Tailors Custom | $169â$279 | $69â$99 | Yes |
For most weddings, custom is cheaper than rental and your party keeps the garment. Read the full breakdown in How to dress your entire wedding party under $2000.
Sample wedding party budgets
| Party size | US Rental total | US Retail total | Nathan Custom total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 + 3 | $990â$1,440 | $1,500â$3,000 | $894 |
| 5 + 5 | $1,650â$2,400 | $2,500â$5,000 | $1,490 |
| 6 + 6 | $1,980â$2,880 | $3,000â$6,000 | $1,788 |
| 8 + 8 | $2,640â$3,840 | $4,000â$8,000 | $2,384 |
Frequently asked questions
Who traditionally pays for groomsmen attire?
Traditionally groomsmen pay. Modern weddings vary â some grooms gift ties, some cover the whole suit. Use the âwho paysâ toggle in the splitter to model either approach.
How much to budget for 5 groomsmen and 5 bridesmaids?
Rental + retail: ~$2,000-$3,500. Nathan Tailors custom: ~$1,260-$1,500 with everyone keeping their garment.
Will all the suits match?
Yes. When you order multiple suits together we lock in fabric batch and color across the party â a guarantee no rental shop can offer.
What if a groomsman lives in a different country?
We ship to all your groomsmen individually. Each one gets a WhatsApp measurement walkthrough â no central shipping needed.
How far in advance should we order?
6 weeks minimum, 8-10 weeks ideal. Rush orders available.
Can the groom wear something different?
Yes â distinct fabric or color for the groom while groomsmen share a unified look. Budget the groom's suit separately ($279-$459 for premium fabric).
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