Men's Fall Wedding Attire Ideas for 2024
It's the most wonderful time of the year–and I'm not talking about the holidays; I'm talking about men's fall wedding attire. Autumn lends itself to everything we love about getting dressed, from rich seasonal colors to layering fabrics without having to worry about summer heat. It's the time for rustic groom attire, for tweed jackets and denim shirts and paisley ties, and for some of the flyest double-breasted suits you'll ever lay eyes on (seriously, fall suiting is elite). Grooms, groomsmen, and guests alike should take advantage of the season–fall wedding attire is like a wardrobe cheat sheet that'll have you looking your absolute best all season long.
In this article…
- What Is Men's Fall Wedding Attire?
- Fall Wedding Groom Attire Ideas
- Fall Wedding Guest Attire Ideas
- Tips for Choosing Fall Groomsmen Attire
What Is Men's Fall Wedding Attire?
Generally speaking, fall is when wedding attire for men shifts from linens, and bright pastel colors to richer colors, warm fabrics, and layering pieces. You'll switch out seersucker and summer cottons for wool, flannel, or tweed suiting. Dress shirt fabrics might get a little thicker or lean into a rustic vibe (we love a denim shirt worn with a suit when the dress code allows for it). Three-piece suits and double-breasted ones become a bit more feasible too as the weather cools down and mixing in bold patterns is definitely a move that's on the table. You'll want to wear socks with your dress shoes or loafers and give a wool or flannel-knit tie a shot.
Men's Formal Fall Wedding Attire
Fall provides plenty of options when it comes to formal attire. Black-tie and black-tie optional, the most formal dress codes, require a tuxedo. As for the color, black is a good option year-round, but if you feel like trying a new suit color, fall is perfect for burgundy or plum tuxedos.
If a suit is more your speed, try with something in a brown or earthy neutral, or in one of the season's signature colors (deep green, orange, burgundy, or purple). It's a great season for three-piece and double-breasted suits as well.
Men's Casual Fall Wedding Attire
Casual dress codes offer lots of room for experimentation and fun when it comes to putting together your outfit. For semi-formal or dressy casual weddings, mix patterns and fabrics. Suit separates are a great move in the fall, as are less-traditional dress shirts. For example, a tweed sport coat with nice chinos and a denim dress shirt can be a real showstopper. Sweater-knit polos are also a great layering option, as are sweaters over dress shirts and under blazers or suit jackets. If you're going with a full suit, just keep it in the season's color palette–browns, earthy neutrals, and the aforementioned sweet spots of deep green, orange, burgundy, and purple.
Fall Wedding Groom Attire Ideas
From the best fall tuxedo rentals to suit separate combos, read on for our favorite fall groom attire you can shop today.
Indochino Newbridge Tweed Wool Stretch Light Brown Blazer
Tweed alone is reason enough to call fall the best season for suiting. If you're dressing for a wedding with a cocktail attire dress code (or anything less formal) consider making it your fabric of choice. When you pair a great tweed suit like this one from Indochino with a crisp dress shirt and loafers, you've got a fall fit for the ages.
Beckett Simonon Men's Bolton Chelsea Boots in Brown
These boots were made for walking (down the aisle). Not only does their sleek, elevated design make them perfect for pairing with your best suit, but they're also made from water-repellent suede. In other words, you'll be prepared to handle the unpredictable fall weather if you're planning a wedding outdoors.
The Black Tux Plum Shawl Tuxedo
Need to rent a tux for your wedding and feel like breaking outside of the traditional black dinner jacket field? The Black Tux has you covered. Their plum tuxedo is perfect for fall. The brand will also rent you your full look–we're talking shirt, tie, shoes, and accessories–for a small upcharge. Feel like keeping the suit? That's an option, too.
Studiosuits Corduroy Suit in Brown Cord
Corduroy is a particularly versatile fall fabric. It can be dressed up or down, making it a great pick for formal and casual weddings alike. For a dressed-up take, opt for both pieces in this Studiosuits set, paired with a classic white button down. For a more casual vibe, swap out the trousers for a pair of navy blue jeans or chinos.
Banana Republic Dino Silk Pocket Square in Rich Rust
Sticking with a classic black suit? Hey, that's never a bad option. Still, there are plenty of ways to give your look a subtle autumn touch without going too over-the-top. A warm-toned pocket square, like this rust-colored one, for instance, has the power to totally transform your look for the better.
Spier & Mackay Chocolate Sharkskin Double Breast Suit
This suit from Spier & Mackay is everything you want in fall wedding outfits for men. It's a double-breasted beauty in brown sharkskin, a unique color and pattern combination–and one worth trying for your next save-the-date. Pair it with a white dress shirt and a festive tie for a fall wedding outfit to remember.
Ledbury The Rust Elmsmere Plaid Custom Shirt
Brown plaid is the perfect fall color and pattern combo. Ledbury does a great job with the combination of this dress shirt. Its versatile design allows it to easily be dressed up with a suit for a formal wedding, or dressed down with a pair of jeans for a more casual event.
Express Slim Burgundy Wool-Blend Modern Tech Suit Jacket and Pant
Burgundy is one of the standout suit colors of the fall wedding season and it's always a good call to work it into your wedding guest outfit. Try wearing this classic burgundy suit from Express with a striped shirt underneath for a little extra pizazz.
Fall Wedding Guest Attire Ideas
Just because you aren't walking down the aisle doesn't mean you can't take advantage of all the best fall fashion trends. To show up looking the best of the guests, take notes from some of our favorite fall wedding guest outfits.
Proper Cloth Drago S130s Solaro Bedford Suit
With a subtle stripe pattern and a perfect earthy olive, Proper Cloth's Drago suit is a killer selection for grooms looking to go green on their special day. Green suits pair well with brown dress shoes and leather accessories.
Cole Haan Men's Modern Classics Cap Toe Oxfords in British Tan
Like we said, a green suit goes excellent with a pair of brown dress shoes, and this sleek set from Cole Haan has got to be one of our favorites. Thanks to their timeless design, you'll be reaching for them all year round, not just in the fall.
Todd Snyder Italian Linen Pocket Square in Heather Paisley
Depending on the colors you choose, a pocket square can instantly make your outfit more seasonally-appropriate. This paisley-printed one, for instance, has 'fall' written all over it. Pair it with your favorite beige or navy suit and you'll be all set for an autumn event.
Suitsupply Mid Brown Merino Turtleneck
Sweater season is here and there's no reason you can't lean into it if the wedding dress code is skewing on the more casual side. Layer a brown turtleneck sweater under suit separates and you'll be ready to take on the cold weather in style.
Bonobos Jetsetter Unconstructed Double Breasted Blazer
Speaking of layering, here's a blazer that's perfect for just that. The stylish double breasted look will instantly upgrade any sweater, tee or button down you choose to wear it with. Plus, it will come in handy on a brisk fall night.
Suitsupply Brown Tie
Now here's the perfect way to tie your fall wedding guest suit together (pun intended). This brown necktie will complement practically any button down in your repertoire. Plus, it's made from luxuriously smooth pure silk. Who can say no to that?
Indochino Molveno Plaid Brown With Green Pants
Fall offers the perfect opportunity to break those plaid pants out of storage. You can pair them with a cozy knit cardigan for a casual dress code wedding, or with a classic black button down for a semi-formal event. Either way, we can guarantee you'll earn plenty of compliments.
Todd Snyder Brown Donegal Madison Suit Jacket
There are few better points of reference when dressing for a semi-formal or dressy casual wedding than an old-school college professor. We're talking suits that straddle the line between rumpled (in a good way) and put-together, often worn with well-loved button-downs or cozy sweaters. Lean into the vibe with this timeless tweed jacket from Todd Snyder.
Tips for Choosing Fall Groomsmen Attire
Putting together groomsmen attire for a fall wedding? Here are some of the best ways to dress your loved ones and capitalize on the coolest trends of the season.
- Pick a uniform color like brown, burgundy, or olive green - These are colors that aren't just seasonally appropriate but also easy to find from most suit suppliers. It'll make things easier when it comes time for your groomsmen to buy their suits.
- Choose a signature accessory - Fall is a great season for accessories, from paisley ties to seasonal boutonnieres. Take advantage of this and pick a piece for all of your groomsmen to incorporate into their outfits.
- Factor in the weather - Fall weather isn't universal and you should take it into consideration when planning your groomsmen fits., If it's going to be on the chillier side, you don't want to make your groomsmen dress in a thin linen or cotton. Similarly, if your wedding is in the fall but happens to take place in a warmer climate, maybe save the flannel suits for another time.
*Sofia Deeb contributed to the reporting of this article.