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Last update: April 2025

Dapper Chaps Formal Wear, the multi Award Winning wedding suit company is based within the popular Martels Wedding Village, located just outside Great Dunmow in Barnston, Essex.

At dapper chaps, we pride ourselves on our attention to detail to ensure that the Groom and his party look dapper from head to toe.

From classic tail suits to modern lounge, we are here to dress you and help you achieve that perfect, personal wedding look.

We have a variety of formal shoes on offer to finish your wedding attire. From classic brogues to the more slim line shoe we are confident that we have the right footwear to complete the look you wish to achieve.

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A classic lounge suit incorporating a tweed waistcoat is proving very popular with our Grooms. This brings a modern twist to the classic look whilst keeping it formal. We also suggest bringing the bridesmaid colour into the neckwear to ensure that the colour theme runs through the wedding party.

On the wedding day we want our groom to look in the mirror and know that he looks and feels the best he has ever looked and has the confidence for the day ahead.

Martels Wedding Village is unique and an ideal place for couples to visit when planning their big day. We share the village with 18 other professional wedding suppliers. You can find your dream bespoke wedding rings at COO Jewellers, the perfect outfit for your mum at Christine's Occasion wear, try on beautiful wedding dresses at Martels Bridal Boutique and so much more.

Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Sale of suits
Rental of suits
Sale of groom accessories
Sale of suits for father of the bride/groom
Advice service for style and image
Hire of groom accessories

What services do you offer?

Image advice
Other

What is included in the wedding package?

Our hire suit package includes Jacket, trousers, waistcoat, neck wear, braces and cufflinks and a free shirt, pressed and ready to wear

What is the style of your suits?

Classic
Dinner
Morning coat
Black tie

How far in advance should I contact you?

We offer a free personal consultation for the groom and his bride to select the look you wish to achieve for your wedding, usually 9 - 12 months before the wedding date

How far in advance should I contact you?

The groom and his party then need to come in 12 weeks before the wedding date for the fittings

Do you have an outlet section?

No

What is your main business area?

Aesthetic

Do I need to make an appointment?

Yes

Operating hours:

Please call us to make your personal consultation

What are the forms of payment?

We are not able to take American Express but we accept all other forms of payment

What kind of groom items do you offer?

Shoes
Ties
Bow ties
Vests
Waistcoat
Cufflinks
Braces

How do you work?

We work on a consultation basis

Operating hours:

Monday to Friday 10 - 4 Saturday 9 - 4 Sunday by appointment

What are the forms of payment?

Debit card and Visa, Cash

Served in

Essex and Hertfordshire

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Do you have any questions?

Reviews for Dapper Chaps Formal Wear

K
Keely Sent on 02/04/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Our wedding

We had the most amazing experience with John and Alex who heard what we pictured for our day and made it become even better then we imagined. Could not recommend you highly enough.

Thank you John and Alex for everything

Xxx
Kirsten
Kirsten Sent on 27/01/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Outstanding experience

My husband absolutely loved going to Dapper Chaps. They were so helpful and very knowledgeable about what's best suited to him. They made him feel so comfortable and helped pick the best suit for him and his groomsmen. We would highly recommend 😁
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Charlie Sent on 02/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding suit hire

Dapper Chaps were amazing from first going in to try some suits on to final fittings. I bought my suit to keep and had it tailored which fit perfectly on the day. The rest of my group all hired the suits and everyone thought the service was first class. The suits fitted well and were comfortable throughout the day. All the staff were really helpful and made it all as easy as possible. Would highly recommend.
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Rory Sent on 18/11/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Highly recommended

After friends and family had previously used dapper chaps, they were recommended to me to use for my wedding. I also had a good experience and would highly recommend
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Louise Sent on 16/11/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Top quality suits - highly recommend

Had a fantastic experience during our initial visit and then again during our fitting. The tailors were very knowledgeable and gave great recommendations on what would suit us all after asking our initial thoughts and ideas. We decided to rent our suits rather than buying them. The suits were altered to fit us all perfectly and the price we paid for this was extremely reasonable!
Upon returning our suits, the staff were all keen to know how our day had been which I think just shows how lovely the staff are there. I would highly recommend Dapper Chaps due to the high quality suits, the great customer service and the brilliant value for money. My now wife was also very impressed which is a bonus! Thank you!
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Holly Sent on 12/11/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic!

We had an incredible experience Dapper Chaps for our wedding! From the initial fitting to the final collection, the entire process was seamless. The staff were knowledgeable, friendly, and helped my partner and groomsmen select the perfect suits that complemented our wedding theme. They were patient with fittings and alterations, ensuring every detail was spot on.

The suits themselves were high-quality and comfortable, and everyone looked sharp and stylish on the day. I highly recommend Dapper Chaps to any future brides and grooms looking for reliable, top-notch service. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience!
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Thomas Sent on 21/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Fantastic service

Honestly I wouldn’t recommend any other place. Great service from the moment I walked in. Obviously picking a wedding suit is a big deal and they made it so much easier for me with great advise and knowledge. They are very flexible with fitting you in and are always professional. I loved my suit as well as my wife and had the best day wearing it. Fantastic place to go definitely recommend. Big thanks to the staff :)
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Tom P. Sent on 15/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent from start to finish.

We met Dapper Chaps at a wedding fair and ended up hiring our suits for the wedding.
They were extremely helpful as I had 2 groomsmen that lived far away. He managed to fit one in 2 days before the wedding and make the alterations. I strongly recommend these guys and would certainly use them again if this marriage doesn't work out :).

All jokes aside they were great and I have recommend them to friends and family.

Tom
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George Sent on 30/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Dapperchaps review

Dapperchaps were very professional from start to finish . Can’t thank them enough. The suits were very good quality and a great fit.
Highly recommend
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Stephen Sent on 30/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Great hire company

Great suit hire company. Easy to book and trial. Good selection of suits. Great quality and variety. Good professional fitting and easy pick up and drop off. Definitely recommend they made the whole process so easy while we looked an felt amazing
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Lauren Sent on 03/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Miss Lauren Dennis

I used these guys for my wedding in August from start to finish they were helpful efficient and so quick at getting our groomsmen and groom in to get their suits fitted and sorted within 8 weeks! The suits were amazing 😍😍
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Ed L Sent on 03/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Always reliable always great

I first met dapper chaps through my best mates wedding several years ago and have since used them 4-5 times separately including my own wedding. They are always helpful, honest, reliable and a real safe pair of hands. Highly recommend and I will be back :)
J
Joe Sent on 22/08/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding Party of 10

Excellent service from start to finish, suits were amazing and commented on by the everyone.
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Charlie Sent on 17/08/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Dapper chaps are amazing!

I can’t fault the dapper chaps service! Really straightforward fittings and friendly customer service. Suits looked fantastic and were in perfect condition!

Beverley
Beverley Sent on 10/07/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Very Dapper indeed

If you visit Dapper chaps, here’s what to expect…a massive selection of suits to fit every occasion, excellent advice, wear the right attire for the right venue, colour coordination, subtle differences for the groom, I could go on and on. Bottom line, if you’d like to hire a suit, then look no further!

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Martels Wedding Village, High Easter Road CM6 1NA Barnston (Essex)

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