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What color suits to buy first?
No, the best color for your first suit is a dark, almost black, charcoal gray. The style should be plain and flexible: single-breasted, 2-3 buttons, with a classic fit. The fabric should be a fine, lightweight wool, so that you can wear it in every season of the year.
Blue is the new black. Versatile both in summer and winter, and suitable for corporate or for pleasure, blue has never been more popular for men’s suits. The spectrum of colours range from bright Napoli blues and lighter hues through to darker midnight and navy blue suits which can be worn with almost anything.
Is navy blue or black?
Navy blue or navy is a dark shade of the color blue. Some people mistake navy blue for black because some navies (such as the United States Navy) use a shade of navy blue that is so dark it is practically black.
Which color of suit is best?
Below is a list of the top 10 suit colors you must have.
- Navy Blue. Like a black suit, a navy blue suit is an essential weapon in your formalwear arsenal.
- Charcoal Grey.
- Medium Grey.
- Light Grey.
- Bright Blue.
- Dark Brown.
- Tan.
- Patterned.
Why are blue suits so popular?
Most suits sold are dark, navy blue because they’re suits for business. And when you think of weddings, up until recently, the lady would wear a dress of whatever colour she liked; the man would always wear a suit in navy blue. It’s a very obvious colour.
Can I wear navy blue with black?
The short answer is yes, you can wear navy blue with black. Black and navy are predominant colors in a man’s wardrobe with good reason. Both colors are flattering and pair well with almost anything you could imagine. Here are few tips to keep in mind before trying what is sure to become your new favorite style uniform.
Black’s absence of colour renders it neutral so it will go with nearly every colour of the rainbow. However, there is one combination that is often overlooked — black and navy. The old sartorial rule that cautioned against wearing black and blue together (especially dark blue or navy) has no real merit.
Navy is a great ‘safe’ neutral if you don’t know your seasonal palette – far less harsh than black, but with all the slimming, chic benefits, it’s an easier option than black for the majority of skin tones. Try pairing your navy blue with soft white for a more formal look.
What color suit should I buy?
As you can see, we clearly favor blue. In fact, we recommend you deploy up to 50\% of your suit collection to varying shades of blue, from a classic solid navy blue suit to a mid-range blue herringbone all the way to something spirited like a blue toned windowpane.
Navy, along with Charcoal Gray, is a classic color and a great choice for a suit. It can be worn in any business situation and with a multitude of colors. Some men with fairer complexions choose a navy blue suit over gray to avoid looking “washed out”. It’s also a good choice for older men who want to look more youthful.
Some men with fairer complexions choose a navy blue suit over gray to avoid looking “washed out”. It’s also a good choice for older men who want to look more youthful.
Is a navy blue suit suitable for a wedding?
For one, a navy blue suit is a great foundation piece. Second, it’s perfect for special occasions including wedding attire. Blue is extremely wedding friendly because it pairs well with most popular wedding colors and bridesmaid dresses of many shades.