In an ideal world, all men have access to a large
walk-in wardrobe that includes a huge range of impeccably tailored
suits. Oh, and available in every single color imaginable; a suit for
every occasion and every season.
Sadly, that’s not the reality for the majority of us, however, opt for sensible choices when it comes to colors. It means that five different suits cam be worn all year round without any sense of offending the season. And no, white linen is not included.
Black- Don’t be put off by wearing a black suit in the summer – it’s a classic look and will never look out of place. Of course, it’s not the right color for a social event on a hot summer evening, so be sensible with when and where you use it. Perfect for business wear all year round and for evening functions, in the warmer months, lighten the look with a pale shirt and tie combo – or no tie at all.
Navy Blue- Timelessly smart, navy blue is a great option if you want to keep it fairly formal but consider the occasion not quite suitable for black and the associations with that color. You can dress it up or down, depending on the occasion, like teaming it with black shoes for the office or tan brogues for a more casual appearance. A navy jacket it ideal for pairing with jeans at the weekend too.
Charcoal Grey-This is a super versatile color and every man out there needs to own a charcoal grey suit. It’s formal enough to wear to the office or a business meeting, but also can be adapted for social occasions after your big day – like other weddings, dinner parties and events. The beauty of charcoal grey is that it tends to look richer and deeper
Brown- Yes, brown. Possibly the most underrated and understated of the mainstream suit colors; brown should be in your top five. It’s more versatile than you think – it looks great with white, and almost any shade of blue. The chances are, too, that whenever you wear a brown suit, you’ll be in a minority in the room: the very stylish minority.
Pinstripe- Not a color exactly, but a pinstripe suit is a welcome addition to the set of five. The pinstripe is no longer the exclusive to the banker or stiff office worker – it’s becoming a smart, savvy look for all men that want to stand out from the crowd. Pinstripe suits come in a range of colors though work best in blues, medium to light greys and brown. We’d say avoid black as that really does scream stockbroker!
