A good suit is the foundation stone to looking sharp. It’s the building block of establishing yourself as a stylish man with sophistication, smarts and wit. But there’s a lot more involved than simply purchasing a suit and donning it at your next casual, formal or business function. There’s a lot to consider, so here’s our top 4 tips to look sharp when suiting up, whether it’s for a private function in Watson’s Bay, wooing your girl with a romantic dinner on the harbour or having a night with the lads at The Star.
Suiting up is all about the colour of the suit. It’s a big decision to make and is one that cannot be made on impulse. Navy is sticking around as the ‘it’ colour of the moment, with the dark shade of blue trending for the coming season, especially in menswear. However if timeless colour is more your thing, a grey suit will always be a crowd favourite and black is a classic that will never go out of style. Look to the new range of suits at Politix to find your perfect colour combination.
White and blue cotton dress shirts have always been a wardrobe staple, but if you’re feeling brave opt for a patterned shirt or something with a little spunk. Show your character and personal style with a floral print, elegant pinstripes, stylish plaid or a bold pattern peeking out from beneath your suit. Just make sure it works with your jacket and not against it.
A sharp get-up is all about the fit; so don’t be afraid to have your suit professionally tailored and the lapel width adjusted to two inches at the widest point. You should also consider customising the armholes, vents, sleeve length and cuffs and make sure the jacket hugs your shoulders, not hangs off them.
A suit is not complete without the extra details and finishing touches, so opt for a skinny tie or spiffy bow tie, pick the perfect leather dress shoes and always wear a simple, leather belt in the same shade as your shoes. Cufflinks, a nice watch and a splash of cologne never go astray. The new collection at Politix is a great example of accessories working to complement the suit, so check them out here
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