Occasion guide
Boys' Suits for First Holy Communion
What parishes expect, ivory versus navy, and where to find full sets before the April and May rush.
Find his size| Suit | Fits height | Price | Checked | Where to buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grey Suit Set H&M, jacket + trousers + waistcoat | 110–122 cm | £49 est. | Checked 10 Nov 2026 | Check price at H&M (opens in a new tab) |
| Navy Two-Piece Suit Marks & Spencer, jacket + trousers | 110–122 cm | £55 est. | Checked 10 Nov 2026 | Check price at Marks & Spencer (opens in a new tab) |
| Grey Check Five-Piece SIRRI, jacket + trousers + waistcoat + shirt + tie | 110–122 cm | £55 est. | Checked 10 Nov 2026 | Check price at SIRRI (opens in a new tab) |
| Grey Three-Piece Suit Next, jacket + trousers + waistcoat | 122–134 cm | £62 est. | Checked 10 Nov 2026 | Check price at Next (opens in a new tab) |
| Grey Check Three-Piece Suit Marks & Spencer, jacket + trousers + waistcoat | 128–146 cm | £62 est. | Checked 10 Nov 2026 | Check price at Marks & Spencer (opens in a new tab) |
| Ivory Ceremony Two-Piece Monsoon, jacket + trousers | 98–122 cm | £79 est. | Checked 10 Nov 2026 | Check price at Monsoon (opens in a new tab) |
| Ivory Communion Suit John Lewis, jacket + trousers + shirt | 122–134 cm | £85 est. | Checked 10 Nov 2026 | Check price at John Lewis (opens in a new tab) |
| Grey Wool Three-Piece John Lewis, jacket + trousers + waistcoat | 128–146 cm | £98 est. | Checked 10 Nov 2026 | Check price at John Lewis (opens in a new tab) |
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Grey Suit Set
H&M, jacket + trousers + waistcoat
£49 est. 110–122 cm Checked 10 Nov 2026Check price at H&M (opens in a new tab) -
Navy Two-Piece Suit
Marks & Spencer, jacket + trousers
£55 est. 110–122 cm Checked 10 Nov 2026Check price at Marks & Spencer (opens in a new tab) -
Grey Check Five-Piece
SIRRI, jacket + trousers + waistcoat + shirt + tie
£55 est. 110–122 cm Checked 10 Nov 2026Check price at SIRRI (opens in a new tab) -
Grey Three-Piece Suit
Next, jacket + trousers + waistcoat
£62 est. 122–134 cm Checked 10 Nov 2026Check price at Next (opens in a new tab) -
Grey Check Three-Piece Suit
Marks & Spencer, jacket + trousers + waistcoat
£62 est. 128–146 cm Checked 10 Nov 2026Check price at Marks & Spencer (opens in a new tab) -
Ivory Ceremony Two-Piece
Monsoon, jacket + trousers
£79 est. 98–122 cm Checked 10 Nov 2026Check price at Monsoon (opens in a new tab) -
Ivory Communion Suit
John Lewis, jacket + trousers + shirt
£85 est. 122–134 cm Checked 10 Nov 2026Check price at John Lewis (opens in a new tab) -
Grey Wool Three-Piece
John Lewis, jacket + trousers + waistcoat
£98 est. 128–146 cm Checked 10 Nov 2026Check price at John Lewis (opens in a new tab)
est. = guide price from the retailer's listing, not a live price. "Checked" shows when we last saw the price at the retailer.
Most First Communions fall between late April and early June. Shop by February.
Buying notes
- Check your parish’s dress guidance first. Most expect smart formal, not hired adult styling.
- Ivory and cream photograph beautifully indoors; navy is the reusable choice.
- Book by February: communion season runs April–May and popular sizes sell out.
- Include a shirt with a proper collar. Open-neck shirts look casual beside the rest of the group.
Frequently asked questions
What do boys wear for First Holy Communion?
Most boys in England and Wales wear a suit, commonly ivory, cream or navy, with a shirt and tie, and sometimes a waistcoat. Parishes set their own expectations, so confirm with the church first.
When are First Holy Communions in the UK?
Communion Masses usually run from late April to early June, with preparation programmes starting months earlier. About 21,500 boys in England and Wales made their First Communion in 2024.