Now, don't get me wrong, I do agree that not all stripes and plaids go together. You do have to pair them thoughtfully, but you'll see that they do go together and can be worn in combination. Here are some tips for nailing this look:.
What are your thoughts on this everlasting, brutal fashion debate? Share your opinion below! Is it truly a fashion no-no or is it now a fashion go? If you wanna look fashionable, balancing each clothing item is important. I thought that plaid and stripes where horrible together but then when I found this I recognized that is is better.
Never mix checks plaids stripes!!! That is what circus clowns do! Solid color suit. Checks or plaid or striped tie with solid color shirt is class. I like your rules for mixing stripes and plaids, but must confess that I freely and thoughtlessly mix stripes, plaids, spirals, little hearts I guess I just count on being admired for my enthusiasm ;.
I don't think anything is a fashion no-no anymore. And stripes and plaids often look great together, why not? Your articles and the photographs make clear that stripes and plaids can go together, but I still can't do it. Makes me dizzy when I look at it too. Perhaps, since I've just turned 50, I'm no longer hip I love the look of stripes and plaid when the color theme matches - great idea for interior decorating too. I've never been fond of mixing stripes and plains and hoping this is just a fad.
Too many other good choices to be mixing plaids with stripes. Unless of course you are comfortable with your own self and people know that this is your style. It is not a suit to wear for a first interview unless it is for a really high position as it exhumes power, confidence and even arrogance if you are too young.
This will bring us to our next point. This and the next section are probably the most interesting and important. Because of all the above of course! The Pinstripe Suit is a statement and people will remember you.
So you have to use it sparingly and use it as part of your rotation. For that to happen you need in my opinion at least 4 suits in more plain colors of blue and grey to create a minimalist wardrobe. Like them or hate them, Suitsupply is a good place to start. These suits do not draw too much attention and you can easily match them together. One day you can wear a Navy Blue, the other day a Charcoal Grey and the next one you can mix and match for a more relaxed yet classy outfit. When things get special however the Pinstripe Suit is a very powerful tool in your quiver.
Once you cover the basics it is an excellent addition to your arsenal and rotation. Otherwise all your effort to cultivate an effortless style of power and finesse will be in vain. You will come out as a try-hard. It really depends on what look you are going for. If you are comfortable or bolder this is a great time to explore a Double Breasted version. If you want a more playful look or something unique one of the best options is still Suitsupply. While I did write an article about their shady sales techniques recently they do have great value for the money.
What a difference! I find this picture hilarious yet true. As with all suits the most important aspect is F it. No matter how good or luxurious a suit is if the fit is terrible, you will look really bad too. So no matter your budget, make sure to find the best possible fit for you. It has natural shoulders and just fits me perfectly in 38R with minimal adjustments. Tip: Read all about the Suitsupply Suit Fits here! It really is up to you. If you are more conservative a Single Breasted is a fine option.
Think of the occasion and the setting but none of them are wrong. If there is something that should influence your decision is your body shape and height. Pinstripe Suit Guide — Beautiful but sold out! Flannel Suit by Pini Parma. Double Breasted Suits often have peak lapels which help emphasize your shoulders and create a taller, slimmer silhouette.
For the business suits yes, there is no other real alternative. This is quite simple and straightforward. However as we move to a more casual age different stripe colors or wider placed stripes are becoming more viable. But if you are going to appear in front of the board or a client, nothing beats a classic. We already covered this point but nothing wrong with repeating.
If you are in a very formal professional setting, worsted wool is your only option. Pinstripe Suit Guide — Contemporary, just the way I like it. For a slightly more relaxed work environment or very cold places a more heavy flannel with chalk stripes is also acceptable. I have grown very fond of flannel living in Sweden and you will appreciate it greatly too. Pants tend to wear out a little faster with flannel due to the friction so consider getting an additional pair.
I would always spend a little extra to get a half-canvassed suit that will last for ever with proper care. Most RTW suits have a glued fused canvas that will eventually break and bunch up. This includes most of the designer suits and terrible over-hyped brands like Hugo Boss. Tip 1: Do NOT over-mix many patterns. This is already a loud suit that draws attention to itself via the stripes. You can get away with two patterns and three if you know what you are doing, but it becomes way too noisy.
This is the time to bring out the plain accessories. Tip 2: If you choose stripes over stripes make sure they have different proportions. A striped shirt and suit with the same proportions will make you look like a blurry mess. This is a fantastic example of how to match 3 different stripes — Photo Credit by The Coolist. Tip 3: Divide and Conquer. Keep the pants and change the jacket.
The Pinstripe Jacket is quite difficult to match solo but the pants can work with many different outfits. It's not that you can't wear a printed jacket over a printed top. You absolutely can. But if you feel like your outfit is getting a little busy, try distributing your prints more evenly by doing one on the top and one on the bottom.
Break up the look with solids. If print-on-print-on-print is just too much for you, that's fine! Just layer in some solid-colored clothes and accessories to calm things down and ground your look. Follow Charles on Twitter.
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