Wedding Party Budget Splitter
How much does it cost to suit up your wedding party? Plan per-person groomsmen attire, compare rent vs. retail vs. custom, and split costs.
Five US groomsmen cost $750–$1,250 to rent (plus alterations, suits returned) or $1,500–$3,000 off the rack, versus $745–$1,495 at Nathan Tailors custom — garment-only, shipping quoted separately — and your party keeps the suits. Per groomsman: $150–$600 rental/retail vs. $149–$299 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 — visualise the palette, venue and the party's suits on one page before you lock in the budget.
Interactive wedding budget splitter
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Rent vs. buy vs. custom — the real math
| Option | Groomsmen suit | Keeps it? |
|---|---|---|
| US Rental | $150–$250 | No |
| US Retail (off-the-rack) | $300–$600 | Yes |
| Nathan Tailors Custom | $149–$299 | Yes |
For most weddings, custom is cheaper than rental and your party keeps the garment. Read more on our wedding page.
Sample wedding party budgets
| Groomsmen | US Rental total | US Retail total | Nathan Custom total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | $450–$750 | $900–$1,800 | $447–$897 |
| 5 | $750–$1,250 | $1,500–$3,000 | $745–$1,495 |
| 6 | $900–$1,500 | $1,800–$3,600 | $894–$1,794 |
| 8 | $1,200–$2,000 | $2,400–$4,800 | $1,192–$2,392 |
Frequently asked questions
Who traditionally pays for groomsmen attire?
Traditionally groomsmen pay. Modern weddings vary — some grooms gift ties, some cover the whole suit. Use the “who pays” toggle in the splitter to model either approach.
How much to budget for 5 groomsmen?
Rental: ~$750-$1,250 plus alterations, suits returned. Retail: ~$1,500-$3,000. Nathan Tailors custom: ~$745-$1,495 garment-only (shipping quoted separately), with everyone keeping their suit.
Will all the suits match?
Yes. When you order multiple suits together we lock in fabric batch and color across the party — 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 — 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 — distinct fabric or color for the groom while groomsmen share a unified look. Budget the groom's suit separately ($249-$309 for premium fabric).
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