123506 4-12-2013 0 ABC of style men's suit, men's shoes, how to wear
There are no clear rules for the color combination of men's wardrobe items. It is appropriate to talk about good taste and traditions. After all, men's fashion is more conservative, it still has the concept of “classics”. Let's look at combinations of shoes with classic trousers that have been proven over the years.
The picture on the left fully reflects all the basic rules for color combinations of a men's suit and shoes. And below are clear examples of the implementation of these rules by Hollywood stars and designers.
Black suit
A black suit is worn for formal events and celebrations. It is used mainly for formal occasions and rarely for everyday wear. It follows from this that you should choose strict black shoes to complement a black suit.
Matt Bomer
Jim Parsons
Nathan Fillion
Patrick Dempsey
Robert Pattinson
Tobias Sorensen
Holiday option
On the occasion of a special occasion, you can wear less formal shoes with a casual suit. So, black patent leather shoes will look great with skinny trousers and a fitted single-breasted jacket, and will also support the gangster theme by complementing a pinstripe suit. Monks - stylish shoes with one or two buckles - are also combined with tapered and cropped trousers. There are no restrictions on the color scheme. Dressy shoes can be burgundy, yellow, blue, green and even multi-colored - that’s why it’s a holiday, to be able to make a splash and stand out among the guests with your unusual appearance. But don’t overdo it in your desire to look original - the shoes should “sound” in unison with the rest of the toilet details.
Blue suit
A dark blue suit is now the most popular in business style. This color of suit will suit almost any man, regardless of age, type of appearance and figure. Black or dark brown boots will make the most successful outfit with a blue suit.
David Beckham
Jesse Metcalfe
Leonardo DiCaprio
Matt Bomer
Ryan Reynolds
Tom Cruise
Ideal shoes for every day
Many people still believe that a casual suit should be black. Well, or at least gray. However, modern men's fashion is breaking old stereotypes. Accordingly, shoes can also be of different shades, but not flashy (the exception is for workers in the creative field, who, as part of their job, have to maintain a non-standard image).
However, the favorite of everyday shoes is still black shoes, which can be combined with suits of all colors and are practical to wear. An excellent replacement for the conservative option are brown shoes.
Keep in mind that smooth leather shoes with thin soles look more formal. Therefore, if you want to deviate a little from the business style, choose casual-style shoes with discreet decorative elements or an unusual sole, for example, in contrasting color with the top of the shoe. A stylish example of informal shoes are brogues - shoes with a W-shaped toe and perforated patterns. They pair best with wool, tweed and corduroy suits.
It is important
Shoes with pointed long toes are not very appropriate in the office - it is better to save them for going out, but for every day it is customary to wear shoes with a round or slightly narrowed toe.
In summer, perforated shoes are more suitable, providing comfort due to air exchange, as well as moccasins and loafers (similar to moccasins, shoes that were once very fashionable in business circles, preferred by Michael Jackson himself). You can wear them with light trousers made of linen and raincoat fabric.
Gray suit
A dark gray suit is a classic suit. He speaks of calm and severity. A dark gray suit goes well with most ties and shirts. You should choose black shoes for this suit. The light gray color of the trousers does not imply such formality, but you should also choose black boots to match them.
Daniel Gillies
Ed Westwick
Ian Somerhalder
Ludacris
Ryan Reynolds
Simon Baker
Brown suit
A brown suit is a fashionable option for office style. It is appropriate to wear a checked or striped shirt with it. Shoes for a brown suit should also be brown. This color scheme will create an image that is not strict, but stylish. It is important to choose the right shade of boots: they should be several shades darker, so they will be visually separated from the trousers.
Bradley Cooper
Chris Pine
Johnny Depp
Parts selection
Regular sock
More often than not, simplicity defines elegance. An example of this is the classic Oxford or Derby. Feel the power of minimalism and take good care of your Oxfords.
Covered toe
An additional piece of skin on the toes adds more formality and officialdom. Very often this option is used by businessmen in their daily activities.
Pointed toe
Thanks to their pointed perforations, brogues follow Oxford and Derby shoes as the choice of footwear for a suit. Also often used by business men. Often combined: brogues, jeans, jacket. Comfortable and somewhat formal, a good basis for developing a smart casual style. Great view for the first stage of negotiations.
Demi-brogues
An average option between oxfords and brogues.
Full brogues
A great option for an evening walk or Saturday breakfast in a restaurant.
Square brogues
Yes, there are even brogues with such a square toe. It's been a long time since we've seen these on modern gentlemen. However, they may suit some people much better than other models.
Long brogues
In this model, the perforated pattern starts from the toe and ends at the heel. The pinnacle of decorative art for suede shoes.
Full cut
In this model, the upper of the shoes is made from one continuous piece of leather. This adds elegance to simply monstrous proportions. An ideal couple for weddings and weddings.
Round toe
The most common option for creating a derby. It looks simple, wears comfortably, and prevents wrinkles from appearing on the arch of the foot.
Rounded square toe
Yes, it seems that such a number of varieties is unnecessary for shoes. But every detail plays a role. This model, while retaining the elegance of a rounded toe, still looks more masculine and mature. An excellent option for difficult negotiations.
Moccasins with tassels
Often found in hot weather and at summer parties. Although the tassels themselves are now purely decorative, this adds a certain extravagance and madness. It is especially important when you are young.
As you can see, when choosing shoes for a suit, everything is not so simple. Of course, you can, without really bothering yourself, take a pair of Oxfords or Derbys that will serve you for years like a faithful warrior. But if you plan to take great care of your appearance, spend time on the little things and find several pairs for a variety of occasions.
One famous American psychologist Barry Schwartz wrote the book “The Paradox of Choice.” In it, he derives the following rule: less is more. The point is that the more choices you have, the longer you choose and the less happy you are with that choice. I hope that you will not need to choose anything at all when your understanding of choosing the color of shoes for a suit becomes 100% accurate. Below are the 5 most common colors of formal suits and the most effective combinations with shoes.
Khaki and beige
Khaki suits are traditional for business style. A light suit in warm shades (pale sand, dark vanilla) can be combined with dark brown shoes. Lighter boots will also look appropriate with a khaki suit.
Wilson Bethel
Justin Timberlake
Ermenegildo Zegna suit
Todd Snyder suit
How to choose the right shoes?
A men's suit is a wardrobe item that requires a perfectly tailored look. You only need to pair it poorly with a too bold tie or shoes to become the winner of the “Mr. Lack of Taste” category.
Reference! At the same time, shoes have the ability to improve even an ensemble of everyday jeans and a T-shirt and allow you to take the overall look to a more serious and businesslike one.
First, let's look at the most “safe” and neutral colors, which are considered a classic male business look and will not allow you to become a laughing stock at a business meeting.
Classic business suit colors:
- black;
- blue;
- gray (dark and light);
- brown;
- dark green;
- sand.
Classic colors of men's shoes:
- black;
- brown;
- Burgundy colors;
- beige.
How to correctly combine the colors of a suit and shoes is shown in the video:
Designer men's suits - photos
black suit Roberto Cavalli
black Valentino suit
blue Ralph Lauren suit
blue suit Roberto Cavalli
gray suit Z Zegna
gray Brioni suit
gray Louis Vuitton suit
gray Burberry Prorsum suit
brown Ermenegildo Zegna suit
Canali suit
Giorgio Armani suit
Valentino suit
