SUITS
DREAM OF ELECTRIC BLUE SUITS By: Andrew Lock
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hen a new client walks into my shop, one of the first questions I ask is whether they have their basics in order. Just about every suitwearing man needs solid navy and grey suits in his wardrobe before beginning to think about stripes, plaids, or brighter hues. Once the basics are in order, I recommend thinking about seasonal suits to enjoy when the weather is hot or cold. These suits can be basic solids or a bit more fun in weave, blend, and pattern. After a while, though, it is easy to grow bored of another navy or grey suit. Even when one has variation after variation of the classic patterns, it is normal for a bit of boredom to set in. This situation is something I see from time to time. It is especially true among clients who would like to dress more creatively (in a classy way), but could use some gentle guidance to determine which colors will deliver a stylish impact and which are for those who desire attention at any cost. The first color worth mentioning is green. This spring, in particular, my clients have been creating more green suits than ever before. Of course, I don’t mean drab olive or bright Peter Pan green. The shades in question are infinitely more wearable in polite company, bearing whimsical names such as seagrass or dark jade. The common element tends to be - but is not always - a touch of grey blended into the color. These fabrics don’t hide their greenness, but the bit of grey makes them feel more familiar and welcome. In addition to grey, some of them have a subtle but definite blue hue that creates a familiarity in a previously “forbidden” color.
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