Choosing the perfect men’s business suit

Who doesn’t love a man in a fantastic suit? The good news is that 2016 has seen a bit of loosening up for men’s business suits making them a little more forgiving than the slim fitting suits of recent trends. Although modern day entrepreneurs can be spotted sporting all manner of clothing in the office from hoodies and T-shirts to  sneakers and jeans a good suit is a must have .Here are some top tips for any man looking to look good in the latest trends for office wear.

Colour

When choosing a suit for work it is important to consider all elements, including colour. You might be surprised to hear that blue has been the trend for 2016, and not just navy but vibrant, exciting blues like that of the British damselfly! Franco Salhi, the founder of Vesture, recommends that every businessman have a suit of solid navy and one of charcoal for wearing to the office. Charcoal is a very flexible colour and can be dressed up or down with clever use of different coloured shirts (blue for daytime, white for night) and shoes. Of course, a black suit is always one to keep in the wardrobe, perfect for more formal occasions like parties and functions. In terms of materials wool or wool-silk blend is a safe bet for changeable British weather.

Fit

There is nothing worse than a misfitted suit. It is very important to ensure that a suit is tailored to fit your body frame so make sure that you try on a number of different styles and fits to discover your best shape. Although styles have seen a shift away from super slim-line suits this is still a key look so make sure you choose a fit which flatters and accentuates your figure. Suit shoulders have been highlighted as an important area; they should hug your own with no excess material or alternatively strained looking material. Sleeve length is also important, the cuff of the jacket should fall where the base of your thumb meets your wrist for a neat finish.

Mix it up

Once you have found your stride with the basic colours why not mix it up a bit and throw in some different materials and even patterns?  Classic plaid, houndstooth or herringbone make eye-catching additions to any business outfit and will make you stand out from the crowd. Of course, these sorts of pieces have their place, probably not in important pitches unless your quirkiness is a big selling point, but don’t always wear the same old charcoal suit, be exciting!

The personal touch

As much as fashion is about following trends don’t be afraid to throw in a bit of your unique personality in your business attire. Customise your look with some snappy cufflinks, change out your regular jacket buttons for something more eye catching like mother of pearl, jaunty striped buttons or an antique design for an easy way to add a personal touch to your suit. Accessorising is really hot right now so why not add something new to your look – tie bars, lapel pins, cuff links, pocket squares, watches and bracelets make great choices.