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What Is Semi-Formal Attire? Semi-formal dress codes call for a more relaxed look than what’s required at a formal black-tie event. It’s a way of telling guests to put on something nice without requiring them to purchase an expensive gown or rent a tux. What is the dress code for a semi-formal? A semi-formal ensemble […]

Men’s Formal Attire The tuxedo is the heart of formal dress. For the DRESSIEST of occasions, a bow tie is a must – a tailed jacket, white shirt and white bow tie. For slightly less starched occasions, black tie is the order of the day – a tailless jacket, black cummerbund or waistcoat, and a […]

Can grooms wear gray or charcoal to their wedding? Absolutely! If the bride and groom both agree on the color, wearing a gray or charcoal suit (and even a tuxedo) is a suitable option for all weddings. What color suit is appropriate for a wedding? DO. Wear a dark suit or tuxedo. For a Formal […]

Tuxedo Pocket Square Rules If it’s a formal black-tie event, it’s generally considered appropriate to wear a white pocket square in a presidential pocket square fold (flat fold), or a conservative puff fold. Do you wear a pocket square with a tuxedo? Pocket squares are meant to be worn in the outer breast pocket of […]

A bow tie with a shirt and no jacket is a casual outfit that’s suitable for most days on which you just to look that little bit extra stylish. Bow ties at weddings? At weddings, the groom can wear a bow tie. If he wants to stand out, he can also wear a waistcoat. Do […]

Button-Down Collar for Business Casual Since button-down collar shirts are naturally casual, they are a logical pairing with business casual suits. They’ll keep your suit grounded and slightly less formal. There’s often been great debate over whether a tie is appropriate with a button-down collar shirt. Are button down collar shirts business casual? A button-down […]

Black won’t make you look good A black suit just doesn’t flatter most men. Black absorbs other colours, and will wash out your complexion, unless you are a high-contrast individual (think: dark black hair and either dark or very pale skin). By wearing black, you risk looking waxen and pasty. Is a all black suit […]

Groom Tie & Pocket Square Recommendations In our experience, the most popular combination is to have matching pocket squares for the full wedding party, with the groom having a different coloured tie, but there are no set rules around this. Below are two of our most popular pocket squares for formal weddings. How do you […]

Consider teaming a blue suit with a white tie for incredibly sharp style. If you need to instantly tone down your look with a pair of shoes, complement this outfit with a pair of black leather derby shoes. A blue suit and a white tie are worth being on your list of wardrobe must-haves. What […]

If you want to stand out from the crowd and wear something a little different at an upcoming wedding, a burgundy suit could be the perfect choice. Combining style with formality, it’s an easy-to-wear colour that will ensure you look great throughout the ceremony and at the reception. Is a burgundy suit formal? The Formality […]

The burgundy tie and navy suit need a shirt that fits seamlessly alongside them. Navy blue is such a timeless suit that you don’t want to veer too far from that classic aesthetic. A freshly pressed white shirt creates a time-honoured look with your navy blue suit. What goes well with maroon tie? A maroon […]

Any neutral shade, including grey, will pair well with this dark red. Peach is a neutral color that makes an unexpectedly lovely match with burgundy. In a similar vein, pink makes a smooth color transition with burgundy. Since both have a red base, they look natural together. What colors go with a maroon suit? But […]

For an outfit that’s absolutely envy-worthy, consider pairing a navy plaid suit with a burgundy tie. Get a little creative with shoes and add a pair of brown leather brogues to your ensemble. One of the best ways to style out such an essential item as a grey plaid suit is to combine it with […]

What is the difference between Maroon and Burgundy? Maroon is made by adding brown to red whereas burgundy is made by adding purple to red. Is maroon the same color as burgundy? Burgundy and maroon are sometimes mistaken for the same color but there’s a key difference between them. Maroon is a mix of red […]

All shades of brown from light to dark brown work perfectly with charcoal grey shades. If you want to go for a different color, grey goes very well with black or even blue. What color shirts go with charcoal gray? Sometimes underestimated in its versatility, gray is a foundational neutral and crossover color that works […]

If you’re wearing purple to the office or more casually, go with navy, gray or brown for your pants, suit or sport coat. Purple and black can be worn together, but it’s typically a more formal look. If you’re wearing a pocket square with any of these colors, it should either match the tie exactly […]

‘Do red & pink clash?’ The reason they work together is that they are both cool tones, so they both have the same undertone and intensity. If you have a cool skin tone then this colour clashing combo is right up your style street. Do pink and red go well together? If you’ve been wondering, […]

The colors that go with burgundy are usually white, black, grey, purple, navy, forest green, pink, burnt umber, beige, yellow, and turquoise. What colors go well with pink and burgundy? Purest White. White successfully combines with every other color. Painting the walls of a burgundy and pink room a pure white updates and freshens a […]

Burgundy & Pink From light to medium shades of pink, you can easily pick up a number to go with burgundy. It’s best to avoid neon and striking shades of pink as it will become a battle of the spotlight! It’s a simple and elegant match. How do you wear pink and burgundy? Create more […]

But it is possible to dress up a navy tie for formal wear. It’s a great choice for a wedding or gala that isn’t specifically labeled a black tie event. A navy blue bow tie or tone-on-tone patterned tie, like a navy blue herringbone or elite striped tie, is perfect for your most formal black […]