Achieving a smart and sophisticated wardrobe in autumn involves thoughtful layering, rich textures, and a cohesive color palette. Burgundy, forest green, and navy suit color options can enhance your style while adding depth and versatility to your wardrobe. These colors are striking and quite luscious, in my opinion, especially when contrasting with the leaves. As a millennial woman with limited resources, I found inspiration for suiting in men’s fashion, so it felt only natural to incorporate this autumn palette into my own wardrobe.
When consulting Shao Yang (founder of The Tailory New York) for a suit that would seamlessly transform from fall to winter, she agreed that these hues are perfect for the seasons. However, she suggested that I not settle for the traditional solid suit. She encouraged me to think differently about the tones. Thus, we designed a single-breasted forest green wool striped suit using the forest green wool with a regimental striped pattern.
Personal style is an opportunity to share your uniqueness with the world without saying a word. What I appreciate most about collaborating with Shao is her unique gift and ability to help you express yourself through your style and think differently about clothing and your wardrobe. She helped to elevate my wardrobe, further affirming my identity.
Forest Green Wool Striped Suit
A forest green suit is a unique statement piece that stands out while remaining sophisticated. As soon as I looked at the forest green wool striped pattern swatch, I knew it was the one. This single-breasted suit has become a staple in my wardrobe, providing chic style options for formal and semi-formal occasions. The stripes add a classic element that never goes out of style, enhancing this suit’s timeless appeal. The rich colors also bring such depth that you don’t need to include much in the ensemble to elevate your style. Here are a few style tips to explore:
Accent Colors
Styling a forest green wool suit can be a fun and creative way to express your style. Accent colors can enhance your suit look significantly by adding visual interest, depth, and personality.
Shirts:
•For a crisp contrast, pair a classic white or cream shirt. Take it up a notch by adding a burgundy tie or pocket square.
•A light blue dress or soft blue oxford shirt can add a gentle contrast. These colors also pair well with warmer accent colors like rust or mustard if you want to add a tie or pocket square.
Turtleneck:
•In my opinion, a black turtleneck is a must-have in your wardrobe. This classic choice provides a sleek, modern look for the forest green wool suit. It also works well with both formal and smart-casual styles.
•Choose a tan or beige turtleneck to create a warm, earthy contrast that adds depth to your look.
Sweaters:
•A red sweater can be a beautiful and striking addition to a forest green wool suit—the warmth of red balances the color palette. Try adding a cable knit sweater for even more depth.
•Mustard yellow is one of my favorite colors under the forest green wool suit. It adds a warm, playful pop of color, perfect for a smart-casual look.
Footwear
Finding the perfect footwear to accompany a forest green suit can enrich your style. Here are a few tips to consider when selecting your footwear:
•Business: Opt for black leather oxfords or dark brown leather brogues for a sharp, timeless business look. Black oxfords exude a higher level of formality, making them perfect for professional settings, while dark brown brogues offer a slightly more relaxed yet still sophisticated alternative.
•Smart-casual: For an office vibe or day events, choose brown leather loafers, derby shoes, or leather sneakers. Dark brown maintains a polished, professional appearance, while lighter brown shoes add a more relaxed, effortless touch.
•Evening or Date Night: Wear black leather oxfords, loafers, or a polished black monk strap. The sleek, shiny finish of these shoes complements the formal nature of the suit, enhancing the overall refinement of the look.
•Streetwear: Try Chelsea boots or sleek leather sneakers for a more casual, street-style approach. These shoe styles will add a trendy, unexpected twist to the formal suit.
Wearing the Forest Green Wool Suit as Separates
Don’t feel confined to wearing the forest green wool suit as a complete set. When wearing your pieces separately, you unlock endless styling possibilities, maximizing the suit’s versatility and expanding your wardrobe. Below, you’ll find some stylish outfit ideas to help you mix and match your suit for different occasions.
•add a stylish twist with a pair of burgundy shoes.
•a tan or beige turtleneck and black jeans.
What do you think?