Grooms, Take Cue from David Beckham and Bring Back Those Double-Breasted Suits

David Beckham has always known how to turn heads, on and off the pitch. From the bold Mohawk moment in 2001 to the cornrows, the all-leather look at the Versace event in 1999, and even that Gaultier sarong he wore during 1998 World Cup in France, David Beckham has never played it safe with style and this year at Wimbledon 2025, the man did not just serve style, but he also made a statement that every groom-to-be should be bookmarking right now.

Beckham revived the double-breasted suit, which was traditionally a boardroom staple, maybe found in your grandfather's wardrobe, now overshadowed by tuxedos and three-piece suits with more casual favoured styles. They fell out of style in the early 1960s, when the famous Beatles jacket came in with no collar or lapels and needed less fabric to be made.

Beckham walked in wearing a stone grey double-breasted suit paired with a pale blue shirt, a textured brown knitted tie, and that glint of luxury on his wrist, the Tudor Black Bay Chrono iced out with diamonds.

Over the years, the double-breasted suit has been in and out of fashion, though the origin story of the suit dates back to the late 19th century, inspired by the naval reefer jacket and mostly worn for sports and leisure. Later in the 20th century, it was associated with the Aristocrats and was adopted style by the Prince of Wales. 

What sets the double-breasted silhouette apart is its sharp structure. It’s slightly longer than a single-breasted jacket, with wider lapels and a boxier frame that broadens the shoulders and cinches the waist. 

Here is a list of style tips for the groom to note for their D-day. 

How To Style a Double-Breasted Suit for Grooms This Wedding Season

For the pheras or the reception:

Choose a muted or jewel-toned double-breasted jacket with minimal embellishment. Velvet lapels or metallic buttons can subtly nod to tradition without overdoing it.

For the cocktail or sangeet:

Try a printed version (like a micro-check or houndstooth) with a deep V-neck vest underneath, or go classic with a navy pinstripe or Prince of Wales check for a cocktail or sangeet event.  

For summer weddings:

A linen double-breasted suit in beige, mint, or powder blue will keep things breathable and stylish. Ditch the tie and add suede loafers.

Statement accessories:

Take notes from Becks and up your watch game. You can add a bit of character to your outfit by choosing the right tie texture and lapel pin. 

So, grooms, if you are trying to break out from the traditional tux or suit, the double-breasted suit might just be the answer.