Planning a destination wedding is exciting — but it also comes with logistics to think through, especially when it comes to transporting suits. Whether you’re getting married in New York, Italy, or on a sunny beach in Greece, ensuring that your tuxedos or suits arrive looking sharp is key to a smooth (and stress-free) wedding day.
Here’s everything you need to know about hiring and transporting suits for an overseas wedding, from packing tips to paperwork.
Hire Early and Choose a Supplier Who’s Experienced with Travel Weddings
If you’re hiring suits in the UK for a wedding abroad, make sure your supplier knows the suits are travelling overseas.
An experienced formalwear provider will:
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Offer extended hire periods to cover travel time.
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Provide travel garment bags designed to protect the suits in transit.
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Advise on fabrics that travel well, such as wool blends that resist creasing.
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Offer extra spare accessories like ties or pocket squares, just in case something goes missing en route.
How to Pack and Transport Suits Safely
This is where most of the stress happens — no one wants to arrive at their wedding destination with a wrinkled jacket.
The best options:
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Carry-on garment bag: If possible, carry the suits in a quality folding garment bag that meets airline cabin-size limits. Most airlines allow this in overhead lockers.
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Ask cabin crew: Some airlines will hang garment bags in a closet onboard — it’s worth asking politely at the gate or during boarding.
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If you must check them in: Use a sturdy, structured suitcase. Line the inside with tissue paper or dry-cleaner plastic to reduce creasing, and pack carefully around the folds.
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On arrival: Hang everything immediately and, if needed, use a steamer or the hotel’s pressing service to freshen up.
Keep Accessories Together
Small items are easy to lose when travelling in a group. Keep all accessories (ties, cufflinks, pocket squares, belts) in a labelled pouch or box, ideally one per person.
Top tip: have one groomsman responsible for double-checking everyone’s items before leaving the UK.
Think About Backup Options
Even with the best planning, luggage can go astray.
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Keep at least one shirt and tie in your hand luggage.
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Bring a mini sewing kit or fabric tape for small fixes.
Allow Time for Fittings and Adjustments
If you’re hiring in the UK but flying abroad, try to have fittings at least 2–3 weeks before departure so there’s time for any last-minute tweaks.
It’s also smart to do a quick try-on when you arrive at your destination — heat, travel, and different shoes can all affect fit slightly.
Show Off the Final Look!
Once you’re there and the suits are looking sharp, make sure to capture them properly. Photos of the groom and groomsmen getting ready abroad always look amazing — and it’s a great way to show that a well-planned hire can travel beautifully.
Final Thoughts
Hiring suits for an overseas wedding doesn’t need to be stressful — it just needs planning. Choose a hire company that understands travel weddings, invest in proper garment protection, and allow yourself enough time for fittings and transport.
That way, when you step off the plane, your only job will be to enjoy the big day.
Our team recently dressed a groom and his groomsmen for a stunning New York wedding — proof that with the right preparation, a hired tuxedo can look flawless anywhere in the world.
