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Last update: May 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.

Current Trends....

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

Michael
Michael Sent on 28/06/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Faultless. Thank you!

Amazing from start to finish. Expert knowledge and wide variety of suits available. Thank you!
J
Jack Sent on 16/06/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Top Class Service

I cannot recommend dapper chaps for your wedding day enough. I went in with one request which was to look like James Bond. The guys delivered, I felt fantastic on the day in my suit and all of my groomsmen also looked brilliant. Friendly and efficient service throughout and very accommodating. Can not recommend Dapper Chaps highly enough.
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Emma Sent on 21/06/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Highly recommend!

The team was friendly, helpful and supportive in choosing suits for our big day.

Our suits were smart and looked incredible on my husband and his best man. The suits came with everything we needed and the price was really fair too.
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George Sent on 16/06/2025
5 out of 5 rating

George Wood Wedding 30/05/2025

Fantastic service from everyone at Dapper chaps over the phone and in store to make my experience as stress free as possible! Suits fitted perfectly with everyone so pleased how they looked for my big day and the comfort that suits provided also. Would highly recommend Dapper chaps
Oliver
Oliver Sent on 17/06/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Pristine customer service and highest quality suits

Dapper Chaps helped to suit and boot myself and my groomsmen for my wedding. From get go everyone at Dapper Chaps were exceptional in their customer service and went above and beyond to help us look great on the big day. We originally planned to have a tanned suit and ended up with timeless tuxedos which looked stunning. Couldn't recommend them more.
Carrie-Anne
Carrie-Anne Sent on 02/06/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing service

We had an incredible experience with Dapper Chaps! The suits were absolutely lovely—sharp, stylish, and perfect for our big day. What really stood out was how accommodating and supportive the entire team was. We were having a tough time finding a shop that could cater to some difficult sizings, but Dapper Chaps went above and beyond. They ordered in special sizes just for us and even brought the groom in for additional fittings at no extra cost after some weight loss.

They also did an amazing job matching our 6-year-old to the groom, which made for such a special touch on the day. Nothing was ever too much trouble, and their professionalism and kindness made the whole process completely stress-free. We can’t thank them enough!
J
John Sent on 30/04/2025
4.8 out of 5 rating

Fantastic service!

Would recommend dapper chaps to anyone looking for some fantastic tailored suits for there special occasion, very knowledgeable and friendly service and knew exactly what I was after, suits came with everything that was needed and very reasonably priced too, thanks for all of your help!
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
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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!
C
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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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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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
T
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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Martels Wedding Village, High Easter Road CM6 1NA Barnston (Essex)

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