No man’s wardrobe is complete without at least one suit. Whether it’s your first or twenty-first, a solid navy option is a smart choice. While it may not be the most exciting, it’s an appropriate option for nearly every occasion, from weddings to regular weekend fun.
The navy suit is a classic staple that can be mixed a million ways and look great at every age.
MONDAY
White Shirt: Charles Tyrwhitt, $69 | Tie: The Tie Bar, $19 | Watch: Shinola, $850
Lapel Flower: Hook + Albert, $30 | Belt: Allen Edmonds, $110 | Shave Cream: Ursa Major, $24
Wear it well: Bring on the spring feels with floral accessories.
TUESDAY
Printed Shirt: Saturdays NYC, $115 | Denim Jacket: Calvin Klein, $99 | Bluchers: Alden, $540
Glasses: Warby Parker, $195 | Backpack: Fjallraven, $85 | Beard Oil: Beardbrand, $25
Wear it well: Pair your suit pants with a Hawaiian shirt and denim jacket for a “dad style” that feels fresh.
WEDNESDAY
Sweatshirt: Everlane, $45 | Sunglasses: Komono, $70 | Cap: Camo, $105
Pocket Square: Paul Smith, $ 75 | Socks: Happy Socks, $12 | Derby Shoes: AMI, $450
Wear it well: Take your suit for a casual spin in your coziest sweatshirt offset by bright pops of color.
THURSDAY
Henley: J.Crew, $40 | Jeans: Carhartt WIP, $125 | Boots: H by Hudson, $195
Belt: Fossil, $35 | Cologne: Malin + Goetz, $150 | Wallet: Jack Spade, $78
Wear it well: Dress your suit down by layering the jacket over a henley and denim for date night.
FRIDAY
Tee: Steven Alan, $45 | Sneakers: Adidas, $100 | Sunglasses: Steven Alan Optical, $165
Watch: Timex, $95 | Weekender: Oliver Spencer, $585 | Pomade: Baxter, $20
Wear it well: Man up for a casino weekend with the boys in your freshest suit and favorite tee.
TELL ME:
HOW DO YOU DO SPRING AND SUMMER SUITING?
Want to see more ways to wear the items featured in this article? See 5 ways to wear a crewneck sweatshirt, denim jacket and minimal sneaker.
Tuesday is totally my jam! Love the print and the mix of textures.
I love the high-low look of a full suit with a tee and white sneakers. It’s something I’m definitely aiming to do more of this season, especially when I can ditch the socks.
I can tottalllllly see you in Tuesday’s look!
As it is, I’ve had my trusty mid-grey suit that I use for weddings, interviews and what-not for eight(!) years and this post reminds me that perhaps I’ll be needing something in navy. Gotta love the Tuesday and Thursday outfits here and how the suit’s vibe has totally changed from all-business to relaxed. Perhaps I should get mine in either a lightweight wool or cotton to add to my only suit to date.
yes! who’s the grey number by?
It’s custom-made, yo! Had my measurements taken by a local tailor back then and the rest is pretty much history.
yes! who’s the grey number by?
I’m with Enrique on Tuesday. That’s a definite invisible tie shirt also, and the bluchers [fire emoji]. A bolder guy might even try a white denim jacket; I’d probably borrow the Wednesday sunglasses to top off the look. The blue lenses are just right.
I never know how to type out emojis. I like the brackets move..might have to steal that
brown shoes go with blue or navy suits.
I can’t get on the board the sneakers and suit thing though reminds me of being at school in the UK and getting suspended for forgetting my black shoes.
Tuesdays Hawaiian shirt, denim jacket and dress pants combo is a bit risque’ for me – just not that brave.
you got suspended for having the wrong shoes?!
well – like sent home. You can’t wear sneakers/runners with a school uniform. Black shoes. Your tie had to be a certain length etc.
like Will Smith turning his blazer inside out would not have gone down well where I went to school – but that’s Bel Air and London I guess.
well that I can get onboard with
ouch – I just felt the Bern
well that I can get onboard with
like Will Smith turning his blazer inside out would not have gone down well where I went to school – but that’s Bel Air and London I guess.
I have gotten into arguments with friends who say that a black suit is the only way to go, but these same guys also swear by stuff like Miller Lite and Adam Sandler films.
“What if I have to go to a funeral?” They say, “I can’t go to a funeral in a navy suit.” So you’re saying you want to go to a wedding in the same outfit you were to Aunt Mimi’s memorial? Live, dammit, live!
Speaking the truth!
I have gotten into arguments with friends who say that a black suit is the only way to go, but these same guys also swear by stuff like Miller Lite and Adam Sandler films.
“What if I have to go to a funeral?” They say, “I can’t go to a funeral in a navy suit.” So you’re saying you want to go to a wedding in the same outfit you were to Aunt Mimi’s memorial? Live, dammit, live!
This is one where I have a pre determined bias to deal with – I don’t think worsted suits look good with anything but a shirt and tie (although the tie can be optional). I also find that navy is always more formal than anything else so it is hard to dress down. Also breaking up a suit has never worked for me.
Kudos on the Monday choice for Florals (I am thinking of branching out after seeing my brother in law rock a floral shirt this week) but for a me a blue is always a dressed up look.
I’m all for branching out into florals! Especially with a blue background, they can feel very gentlemanly
I loved how you showed guys how to break apart the pieces instead of how to wear a full navy suit 5 different ways… I’m also in love with the tie that you chose for the first look! Great content
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Ooohhh I think I just got inspired for a Greensboro, NC wedding I have this weekend (hello mid 80’s).
I may take my look from a wedding in February with the red pants, bariii floral tie and dark blue w/ white micro dot shirt and pair it with either my dark blue jacket or khaki suit jacket I have. I usually don’t break up suits and wear them separately, but they’re just sitting in my closet! My only worry is the blue jacket isn’t as slim fitting as it should be to match the rest of the outfit. We shall see.
Great guide! This definitely gave me idea on what to wear on Friday, as we’d be having a general meeting for the whole department and my navy suit trousers are gonna be back from the tailor. Talk about perfect timing!
we aim to please 🙂
The first suit I ever bought on my own (meaning not bought for me by my parents) was a navy suit. My style has changed quite a but since then and it doesn’t fit to my liking anymore, but at the time I had a “million bucks moment” whenever I put it on. I haven’t gotten a new navy suit since then because I’ve been focusing on separates but I think it’s time to pick one up again.
As for spring and summer suiting, the lining is a key thing. J Crew and their Mercantile/Factory line seem to be some of the only mass retailers that have gotten the message to take it easy on the lining for spring and summer jackets. If you’ve got a full polyester lining then that line or cottons jacket isn’t going to be as breezy as you might think.
That’s what counts! Sounds like that suit put you on the path to great style 🙂
First day of work at a small boutique firm with three employees all generally casual. Do I go full out suit or is that overkill? Maybe I do something like the friday above, t-shirt plus suit and white shoes? I have a white v-neck t-shirt that would go well with the white sneakers. How would you go on day one?
ack, missed this somehow! Did you start the new gig already? the Friday look with the tweaks you suggested sounds great to us! let us know!