Wedding Shopping Tips
Wedding Shopping Tips
Whether you’re looking for classic suits and kilts for a traditional ceremony or modern designs for a contemporary event, Haig Harrison’s is here to guide you. We understand that outfitting your wedding party needs to be simple, economical, and perfectly fitted—especially when groomsmen are spread far and wide.
This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about hire, buy, and bespoke options, including smart budgeting tips and styling advice. Below, you will also find our expert measuring tutorials and information on our remote sizing service to ensure every member of your party looks and feels fantastic, no matter where they are located.
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Hiring vs. Buying: Which Is Right for Your Wedding?
Hiring is the popular choice for most wedding parties — it’s cost-effective, especially when outfitting several groomsmen, and means everyone matches perfectly without anyone having to buy something they’ll only wear once.
Buying suits your groom or party better if you’d like a suit you can wear again and again after the big day, or if you’re set on a particular style you want to keep.
Made-to-Measure is the choice for grooms who want a guaranteed perfect fit, a specific tartan, or something truly their own — ideal if you’re the one member of the party who wants to stand out, or if you’re planning a Highland wedding.
What to Budget
Costs vary depending on hire vs. buy vs. made-to-measure, and how many in your party. As a guide:
- Suit or kilt hire is the most budget-friendly per person, with lower advance booking deposits available for groups.
- Buying ready-to-wear suits works out well for larger parties too — buy 5 or more and you’ll get a 10% discount.
- Made-to-measure kilts and tartan trews start from £362, with full pricing details on our Made-to-Measure page.
We also offer exclusive discounts for grooms and their groomsmen — ask us when you book your first appointment.
Booking Timeline: When to Start
- 6+ months before: Ideal time to start, especially for made-to-measure, hand-stitched kilts, or custom-woven tartan.
Not Local to Bristol?
No problem — call or email us for a quote and sizing advice, and we’ll deliver your outfit direct, with an easy drop-off return.
