A suit is often perceived as a status symbol. It represents what you stand for and, through your preferred style of suit, is a good indicator as to your personality. When meeting people for the first time, a well-made, and well-worn suit can give a striking first impression.
Popularised in the 19th century, suits were initially donned by the wealthy professional man. Nowadays, however, men’s suits can be found in a variety of environments, from the workplace to casual social settings, and have cemented themselves as a versatile and highly popular choice of attire.
A suit conveys sophistication, sociability, professionalism, and integrity. An arguable staple of the modern man’s wardrobe, they can assist in immediately commanding respect from those around you, so it’s important that you are able to properly pull off the look.
The right suit for you
When it comes to selecting a new suit, it’s important to choose one that’s right for you. Dark blues, greys, and black ooze sophistication, and are often the go-to choices when it comes to suiting up for a formal or social event; guaranteeing that you will create a great first impression among those around you.
As the saying goes, size matters. Therefore, it’s also important that the suit you select correctly fits your frame. You don’t want something that’s too tight, and equally you don’t want something that’s too loose – either of these will detract from your look, rather than enhance it.
It is therefore essential that you are aware of your chest size and shoulder width when deciding on your new suit, and buy accordingly to ensure you’re looking sharp, stylish, and confident.
Add accessories
A great way to add personality to your look is to supplement your style with suit accessories. Your choice of accessory depends entirely on the sort of impression you want to make, and there are a variety to choose from.
For more formal events such as work meetings, you can don a dark tie to convey professionalism. For more informal and social events, rock a brighter tie, or bow tie, to present yourself as expressive, interesting, and creative. Alternatively, forego a tie completely, and unbutton your shirt’s top button to convey a relaxed, fun, and sociable persona.
Pocket squares, similarly, can bolster an enhanced level of sophistication and uniqueness to your overall look. Lapel badges and pins are also an excellent way to really add a unique personality to your style, and cufflinks look great alongside a stylish dress watch.
Strike a balance with your look
In order to effectively look good in a suit, it’s important to strike a balance. That means that you shouldn’t over-accessorise, and should instead coordinate your belt, shirt, tie, waistcoat, and suspenders so that they are aesthetically pleasing, aren’t mismatched, or appear over-the-top.
In some cases, less is more. But the right accessories can truly enhance your style and make you feel like a million pounds.
Selecting a suit that fits properly, and effectively colour coordinating your look, is important as it will allow you to stand out from the crowd. If you look good, you will feel good. Suits are ultimately designed to make you do those two things. This means that you can truly enhance your personality when wearing your suit to any event, and create a lasting first impression.
Images courtesy of unsplash.com and pexels.com
