03/10/2020
Brown suits most definitely deserve a spot in your regular rotation; so long as you’re styling them correctly. This is because adding an unusual suit like a brown plaid or a rust flannel can be just the thing you need to elevate your suit game.
This suit has the advantage of a relatively neutral hue, which means matching your shirt and is simply done with white or most blues. If a tie is on the menu, you can work with a navy silk knit, or a light blue stripes tie with a pale blue shirt for an informal look. Do not forget to use a pocket square but just be sure you know the right way to fold it.
If you need to find pants that pair well with your brown jacket, you have a few easy options. Firstly, if you’re looking to dress it down, brown blazers look top-notch with a dark jean. If jeans aren’t your thing, you can pair easily with classics like khaki cotton, navy saxony or gray saxony dress pants that you likely already have in your arsenal.
When it comes to shoes, if the occasion allows you to be the king of casual, you can sport an office approved sneaker or a slip-on chelsea boot, or you can slip on a comfortable loafer to complete your outfit. If the situation calls for a bit of formality, you can opt for a leather oxford or double monk.
The simple rule is, for a medium brown, your shoes should be a contrasting shade of brown. You don’t want the shoes to match the suit too closely. If the suit is a particularly deep shade of brown, consider something like a dark cognac or oxblood to create contrast. And of course, a black oxford is always another good choice, especially with a white shirt and black tie.
