Unique
Assured Distinction
Burgundy sets you apart immediately. While 70% of grooms wear blue or grey, burgundy asserts your personality without being eccentric.
Ceremony & weddings · Paris 7th
The burgundy wedding suit made to measure.
Boldness held in check: burgundy carries a deep, rich elegance that sets a groom apart without excess. Cut to your own measurements, it gives an autumn wedding the distinction and personality the day deserves.
From €980Signature colour, September to November
The burgundy suit has become a signature choice for grooms who wish to stand out whilst remaining elegant. This rich colour evokes wine, autumn, warmth and sophistication. Burgundy works particularly well for September-November weddings, vineyard weddings, or when you want to assert personality without eccentricity.
Autumn
The Perfect Autumn Colour
Burgundy harmonises naturally with the autumnal palette: russet foliage, vineyards, warm decor. A signature colour for September-November.
Harmony
Easy Coordination
Burgundy pairs well with many colours: cream, gold, forest green, pale pink. It simplifies coordination with the bride's dress, bridesmaids and decor.
Guarantee
One year of alterations
Your suit is altered free of charge within the year following the wedding should your build change.
Choosing the right cloth
A cloth for the season and the setting.
Burgundy comes in several shades. Choose according to your complexion, wedding season and desired level of boldness.
- Classic Burgundy
- The reference shade. Deep red-wine burgundy, neither too light nor too dark. Suits all complexions. The universal and elegant choice.
- Versatile
- Plum Burgundy
- Burgundy with violet/plum undertones. Darker and richer. Excellent for autumn-winter. Suits warm complexions. Maximum sophistication.
- Refined
- Rose Burgundy
- Lightened, rose-tinted burgundy. Softer and more spring-like. Ideal for May-June weddings or a romantic theme. Less bold.
- Soft
The noble fabrics
- Plain Burgundy Wool
- The standard burgundy suit. A plain fabric lets the richness of the colour speak. Ideal for a groom who wants understated distinction.
- Burgundy Corduroy
- For an autumn-winter wedding with personality. Rich texture, warm appearance. British country-chic style.
- Burgundy with Subtle Texture
- Burgundy wool with subtle woven micro-patterns (discreet herringbone, basket weave). Adds depth without a visible pattern from afar.
- To Avoid
- Shiny / satin burgundy (too formal / tuxedo-like). Burgundy with large patterns (checks, bold stripes) - maintain sobriety.
The cuts
Three silhouettes for the groom.
Three-Piece Burgundy
RecommendedThree-piece burgundy suit with matching waistcoat. Remarkable presence. The groom stands out clearly. A signature style.
Two-Piece + Contrasting Waistcoat
CreativeBurgundy jacket and trousers with a complementary-colour waistcoat (grey, cream, gold). Adds an interesting visual dimension.
Simple Two-Piece
SummerTwo-piece burgundy suit for summer weddings or when you want colour without the volume of a waistcoat. Lighter and more comfortable.
Discover our complete wedding guide and explore blue, grey or beige. See our wedding planning guide.
Personalisation
The details that make the difference.
Shirt & Accessories
WHITE is essential - cream is acceptable. Never burgundy tone-on-tone · Gold, navy, forest green, grey. Coordinate with the wedding palette · Dark burgundy, black, gold. Ideal for a vintage style · White (understated), gold (festive), discreet floral patterns
Shoes & Belt
Brown is ESSENTIAL - chocolate or cognac. Never black with burgundy · Brown leather matching the shoes · Burgundy to match the suit, or brown · Black shoes = clash - burgundy is a warm colour, it requires brown
Dress Coordination
Perfect contrast - burgundy stands out beautifully · Warm harmony - excellent for autumn · Romantic coordination - burgundy + pink = elegant · Burgundy / red dress - too much of the same colour, no contrast
Groomsmen & Coordination
Groom in burgundy, groomsmen in charcoal - groom stands out · All in burgundy - strong visual cohesion, groom in three-piece vs two-piece · Groom in burgundy, groomsmen in navy - elegant contrast · Classic grey or navy - should not wear burgundy
Seasons and settings
The burgundy suit, wedding by wedding.
The burgundy suit for different wedding types.
IdealAutumn Wedding
THE perfect context for burgundy. September-November, russet foliage, autumnal decor. Burgundy harmonises naturally. Cooler temperatures allow a comfortable three-piece.
ThematicVineyard Wedding
Burgundy = wine. A natural choice for a vineyard or wine estate wedding. Wine/harvest theme. Natural coordination with barrels, vines and viticultural decor.
PrestigeChateau Wedding
Burgundy brings richness and nobility appropriate for a chateau or manor setting. Elegant formality without the austerity of black. Historical sophistication.
Cold SeasonWinter Wedding
Dark burgundy/plum works well in winter. Visual warmth in a cold environment. An elegant alternative to strict black. Warm winter decor.
RomanticRomantic Wedding
Rose-tinted burgundy brings a delicate sensuality to romantic ceremonies. Paired with powdery tones and floral details, it creates a silhouette imbued with restrained passion and refined elegance.
BohemianBohemian Chic Wedding
Burgundy in textured wool complements organic decor and bohemian atmospheres. Its chromatic depth creates a striking contrast with greenery garlands and candles, for a dramatic and warm effect.
Art DecoArt Deco Wedding
For an Art Deco-inspired reception, deep burgundy pairs beautifully with golds and geometric patterns. This noble shade evokes the glamour of the Roaring Twenties with resolutely timeless sophistication.
VowsVow Renewal Ceremony
Burgundy embodies maturity and depth of feeling for a vow renewal. Its richness symbolises the years shared and the intensity of a renewed commitment, expressed with elegance and emotion.
Planning advice
The rules for wearing burgundy.
- Brown shoes are essential - never black with burgundy (cold/warm clash)
- White shirt - cream is acceptable, never burgundy tone-on-tone
- Autumn is the ideal season - September-November for natural harmony
- Confident boldness - burgundy is a distinctive choice, wear it with confidence
- Dress coordination - confirm harmony with the bride's dress before finalising
Care
Making your suit last.
- After the Wedding
- A burgundy suit is easily re-worn for autumn-winter events, elegant dinners and semi-formal occasions. Excellent post-wedding versatility.
- Preservation
- Professional dry cleaning after the wedding. Store in a breathable garment bag. Burgundy never goes out of style - the suit remains elegant for 15+ years.
- Versatility
- Burgundy is more versatile than one might think. It works for ceremonies, galas and creative professional events. A highly worthwhile investment.
Investment
The burgundy suit, as an investment.
A bold choice that pays off: at every wedding where seven men in ten wear standard blue or grey, burgundy sets you apart.
- Made-to-measure suit, atelier entry price
- from EUR 980
- Three pieces, depending on the cloth chosen. The colour has no effect on the price: burgundy costs the same as blue or grey.
- EUR 1,690 to 2,490
- Example: three pieces in burgundy Super 130's, worn forty times and more over fifteen years of events and ceremonies, a cost per wear of EUR 47
- EUR 1,890
- Matching made-to-measure shirt, in white or cream
- from EUR 150
Frequently asked questions
Before you begin.
Allow 4 to 5 weeks on average, from the consultation and measurements appointment to delivery. This lead time includes the fitting and any necessary adjustments.
A made-to-measure burgundy suit starts from EUR 980. A made-to-measure shirt, often white or ecru to balance the colour, starts from EUR 150.
Worsted wool gives a clean and elegant result, whilst flannel adds more depth in autumn or winter. A matt fabric avoids an overly bold effect.
The appointment allows you to choose the burgundy shade, fabric, cut and finishing details. The process continues with measurements, fitting and then delivery.
Burgundy is particularly suited to autumn weddings, chateau settings, vineyard celebrations and romantic atmospheres. It offers a strong alternative to navy blue without sacrificing elegance.
Your burgundy wedding suit, Paris 7th
A personalised consultation with your advisor: shade of burgundy, cloths, timings, with no obligation.
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