What color of suit? - PeachParts Mercedes-Benz Forum

nh500sl · #1 11-05-2005, 12:27 PM

I'm a sophmore in studying in the field of accounting. I have a presentation that I have to give. With that, I have to go buy a business suit. I was thinking black was the color to buy, but of the three shops that I visited yesterday, I was told that black was not generally acceptable for most occasions, and that I should either go with blue or grey. This suprises me, it always seemed like black would be a good basic way to go, but it sounds like a black suit is "out there". Is there anyone with suit buying experice who can explain this to me? Thanks and happy benzing.

Kuan · #2 11-05-2005, 12:32 PM

Depends on your skin tone, hair color, and maybe just a little on your eye color.

Depends on whether you're high or low contrast.

What are you? Black suits look good in some, not on others.

Never, ever, wear a tie that "matches" your shirt color.

nh500sl · #3 11-05-2005, 12:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Kuan

Depends on your skin tone, hair color, and maybe just a little on your eye color.

Depends on whether you're high or low contrast.

What are you? Black suits look good in some, not on others.

Never, ever, wear a tie that "matches" your shirt color.

My skin toan if fair. My hair is brown, and my eyes are blue. I'm 5.5 and fairly slim.

Thanks again for the responce.

Kuan · #4 11-05-2005, 12:47 PM

You can start with a dark greyish brown suit. Try a charcoal grey pinstripe or an oxford grey sharkskin. The key here is to direction attention to the face and get your face to light up. You do not want to be a mass of color without features.

If you pick a patterned suit you can wear a patterned tie or shirt, but it's more probable that you will get a patterned tie and solid shirt, so, pick a pattern that's different in size than your suit.

You're probably a low contrast guy and it's hard to say without really seeing you, but with the proper colors you can really bring forward your face and eyes, which is what folks should be noticing.

Kuan · #5 11-05-2005, 12:58 PM

I'm trying to find a website for you but all the models are tan and have dark hair.

#6 11-05-2005, 01:26 PM

I prefer Mossy Oak camouflage.

BENZ-LGB · #7 11-05-2005, 04:02 PM

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Originally Posted by nh500sl

I'm a sophmore in studying in the field of accounting. I have a presentation that I have to give. With that, I have to go buy a business suit. I was thinking black was the color to buy, but of the three shops that I visited yesterday, I was told that black was not generally acceptable for most occasions, and that I should either go with blue or grey. This suprises me, it always seemed like black would be a good basic way to go, but it sounds like a black suit is "out there". Is there anyone with suit buying experice who can explain this to me? Thanks and happy benzing.

I am a trial lawyer (a prosecutor), so part of my job involves gaining the jury's trust and confidence.

black and browns are not very good colors. They invoke the wrong kinds of associations. (Brown = Hitler's Youth and Black = Mafia).

You cannot go wrong with blue or grey. Light pinstripes are nice in both grey and blue suits. White shirt or light blue shirt. Conservative ties.

President Bush, regardless of where you stand on the political fence, is a very good dresser. Watch what he wears and go for it. Governor Arnold is a Hollywood type, so his style of dress is too "out there." Don't imitate him until after you become rich and sucessful.

Remember, you want to gain people's trust and confidence. You are not out to make a fashion statement.

Good luck

koop · #8 11-05-2005, 04:38 PM

If you are going to own one suit, get thee to Brooks Brothers.

You're looking for the Navy 2 button suit. Not three and god forbid 4 button. Black lace up Oxfords or toe caps. White point collar shirt, button downs are for sportcoats.

If you don't have a BB around you are looking for Hart Shaefner Marx or Hickey Freeman.

Don't take chances and don't try to make a fashion statement.

Black suits are not business appropriate.

kamil · #9 11-05-2005, 09:18 PM

I attend Rutgers University where I currently have a class on business attire, interviews and anything related to that topic. We were told that navy blue works the best in a professional business setting. I have also been doing many internships at the big companies in New York City and for the most part people did wear navy blue suits. (Grey was also a color of choice).

Austin85 · #10 11-05-2005, 09:40 PM

This is getting to be a pretty gay thread...............

My 1st interview..a looong time ago, I made sure I had my Grateful Dead Skull-n-Roses t shirt under my white shirt, and navy suit!

croftynsteph · #11 11-06-2005, 09:05 AM

What the hell, I'll chime in.

I'd say blue would work on you. A nice navy with a soft pin stripe (slim guys can wear them too) in a 2 button probably with a slightly lower than average gorge. It's a pretty traditional "English" cut. You see the likes of Hugh Grant wearing that cut. Get the suit properly tailored. It is easy to spot off the rack fit and finish. I really dislike oxford shirts and don't own one, nor do I own wing tips. You can have the gent that fits you pick out your tie or you can get a fairly modern pink/light blue stripe or solid (all silk, don't get those acrylic blend ties). It will make just enough of a statement while bringing out some color in your face or your eyes. Obviously, if you tend to get a little flushed don't wear the pink. White shirt is the safe bet if you're new at "dressing" yourself. I prefer a more modern square toe lace up from Kenneth Cole or the like. I agree with leaving the bling behind, and if you don't own a dress watch, pick one up. I'm also a proponent of french cuffs, though you might not be ready for that. If you go that route, a very understated cuff link will go a long way in leaving an impression of success and savvy.
If you really want to have a put together look, find a good tailor in your area that makes a nice suit. Nothing beats bespoke. And pick up a suit brush and brush the coat every so often. And avoid dry cleaning too frequently as it wears the fibers.
Best of luck

Kuan · #12 11-06-2005, 09:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Austin85

This is getting to be a pretty gay thread...............

My 1st interview..a looong time ago, I made sure I had my Grateful Dead Skull-n-Roses t shirt under my white shirt, and navy suit!

Exthcuthe me, we prefer you thay metrosecthual?

G-Benz · #13 11-07-2005, 02:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Austin85

This is getting to be a pretty gay thread...............

Oh...so THAT's what GQ stands for!!!

KylePavao · #14 11-08-2005, 10:38 AM

Like Turkish all the way to the left....

Rock the tweed or tan...with a light blue with white collar and a nice tie...

Looks real nice...I am a sophomore business student myself and I always rock out the Turkish look...but I have the shaved head too...

boneheaddoctor · #15 11-08-2005, 11:03 AM

I like to relax in my Costco jeans and my flannel shirts.......