Not Your Basic Burgundy Suit 3 Ways

October 24, 2016

By Sabir M Peele

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Because, you’ve got enough grey & blue suits in your closet

A Little Business

Photography: Austin Horton

Burgundy Wool/Silk Blend Custom Suit – Oliver Wicks | Black & White Striped Knit Tie – An Ivy Copenhagen | Mini Check Shirt – Twillory | Whole Cut Black Oxfords Shoes – Incedo

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Adding one suit to your wardrobe that is wedding, drinks & party ready is worth the investment — so go with a wine colored hue that can pull triple duty. Over the past few years the burgundy suit has been a red carpet staple & even if you’re not accepting any awards, the deep saturated suit is a an unexpected flash of style.

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A burgundy suit may not work in the traditional corporate environment but, with a few tweaks you could crush the office and then head to a gala afterwards (the latter might not happen, maybe you could crash one).

Opt for a mini check or a black & white bengal striped shirt. A stark white shirt is too formal
Adding knit tie keep gives this look more personality and adds a casual vibe. Stripes are optional, but, their a well-received suggestion

Pattern Play

Britton Navy & Red Shirt – Sproos | Custom Burgundy Suit – Oliver Wicks | Oxblood Wingtips Oxfords – Johnston & Murphy | Gold Fairfield Weekender – c/o Timex

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You’re taking a style risk by rocking a burgundy suit, so don’t be afraid to add more flash with a micro pattern shirt. Why do micro patterns work? From far away, the pattern looks solid and they’re not too “in your face”.

This look is great for an evening party, so ditch the tie
Colors are key. Navy, tan, oliver green & red should be your go to choices

Somewhat Groovy

Tan Merino Wool Turtleneck Sweater – H&M | Custom Burgundy Suit – Oliver Wicks | The Martin Whole Cut – Paul Evans

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Take a cue for the 70’s and rock a turtleneck sweater with this suit, but, be sure to lighten up your color palette. The tan sweater is a neutral contrast to the rich burgundy of the suit and complements the buttons and shoes almost perfectly.

Maximalism is key! Go all the way and add some gold accessories to this look (i.e., gold watch).
A pair of blonde tortoise shades keeps the look sleek and festive without being costumey