With some delay, we finally have the first items on the colors:
On the program:
The Basic rules of how to wear color.
Colors that go and do not go together
Grant to his skin color.
1. Colors: The basics of how to wear colors.
In this paper, we use an abuse of language by combining the white and black in color (although this is not the case).
1.1 What is the purpose of wearing the colors in an elegant way?
Wear colors in an elegant way will allow us to develop without being noticed.
It can also help in the case of a company, to melt into a mold or at least show that we master the codes of elegance. For example, consulting firms recruit candidates who "are good" (candidates will be asked to represent their company to other companies). In this case, "well presented" does not just wear a suit, but be clean and elegant as much in the way they dress, behave, what to discuss. Someone who has light beige suit with a shirt in winter "Blue King" and a yellow tie and black shoes, is not someone who looks good in terms of dress.
Here, therefore we will give you the basics of color matching.
1.2 How many colors in my outfit?
The answer is simple:
At least two colors!
A dominant color (typically the color of the costume), and at least one secondary color. (The shirt). In this case, the tie will be the color of the suit for a more classic style and strong contrast, or color of the shirt for a tone on tone for a younger style although a bit dated.
The shoes will be the color of the suit.
Maximum of four colors!
Shoes, belt, watch the same color
Of a second color suit
Shirt (and cover any) of a third color
Tie of a fourth color.
Why an elegant outfit should it be between 2 and 4 colors?
If we do only one color, we may pass for a decorative element .. pole, wall, bioman.
Is there an exception?
Yes, funerals, where it is advisable to wear only black (well in any case something simple)
Yes, the carnivals.
1.3 How to Mix the colors with "contrast" with complementary
1.3.1 The Base: The light-colored shirt (white, light blue)
The contrast quantifies the ability to distinguish two distinct regions in an image.
A rule of thumb is never wear white suit, but wearing a white shirt.
Indeed, the major color (dominant) will often be darker than white (unless white evening as in the days of Eddie B.)
To mark the contrast with the rest of the torso of the body, and the same coming illuminate the face, the white shirt is the shirt to have.
1.3.2 The complementary colors and the color wheel:
"We called the complementary color to another color opposite on the color wheel , illustrated as a circle representing the color spectrum visible to the eye human. We can define it rigorously in additive synthesis , as in subtractive complementary color depends on the temperature of white light used "(source wikipedia)
2.The colors that go and do not go together:
2.1The black and navy blue
These two colors are dark colors, or complementary or additive that is confused ... unintentionally.
How many times have we enjoyed a color "black" was actually a navy blue,
or how many times have we had to check the label that the navy was not black.
So with a navy blue suit, it is strongly discouraged:
wearing a black shirt, (it is better a light blue shirt or white)
or wear a black coat (better coat, navy blue, or brown or beige).
2.2 The Black And Brown
For the same reasons, that black and navy blue, black and brown are all avoided.
2.3 Exceptions:
The black shoes, which are more formal than brown shoes, and it is advisable to wear with a navy blue suit in the workplace.
Following application How to Give the colors!
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# 1 by joskyle at November 19, 2009
Interesting
# 2 by CIRCEE Danaa at December 14, 2009
Let me also add:
Avoid wearing a black suit and a shirt formwork at a wedding or other ceremony, we might take you to the server!
Otherwise, this super blog! I read with great attention!
# 3 by Christian at January 10, 2010
After reading all this advice, I sought to deepen understanding of the mechanisms and color mapping.
I ordered a book on color and its agreements. I am the second reading and things start to be clearer (I hope!, I count on you to tell me ...).
This book is rather theoretical, but very educational. I've done the reading, trying to see how this could be used for clothing.
I have learned from other color you could give with its component colors.
I use the example brown (one of my costumes) that is made with orange and black.
If I start by dismissing black, orange color could be the first to associate.
The orange is made with yellow and red so I could also involve these two colors.
So what?
I read somewhere on this blog that you could put a light blue shirt with a brown suit. I have not yet found the link (theoretical) with brown. I am looking ...
# 4 by The Man chic at January 10, 2010
Hello Christian,
Indeed, it is not shocking to see brown, red, yellow and orange associates.
These are all quads, colors say "hot" (color of fire). They are often found in tissues and Indian decor.
From my perspective, it may be interesting to come "decide" with color "cold" (water color like white, blue, green).
This is where complementary colors:
Colors that are opposite in the color wheel.
Suddenly, in front of Brown, we find the blue.
In costume, in order not to have a look too dark, we will not choose a dark blue, but a light blue.
In more casual attire, you can associate with brown pants and a light blue shirt and gray sweater. With brown shoes you will be very elegant for keeping Weekend.
Anyway, thanks for your interest.
# 5 by Christian at January 13, 2010
I thank you for the attention you give to our questions!
In fact, my example was based on harmony 'by analogy' that I had just read. Following your response, I looked in my book section harmony 'in contrast' of two complementary colors and I found the blue in front of orange ...
This seems so obvious when you have the color wheel (and the examples above) under the eyes, but it is still far from being 'automatic' for me.
I will test the elegance weekend. I have a gray sweater, this risk does not to be a little dark?
It would be interesting, as for costumes, an article (or more!) On harmony outfits called 'sport' (if I understood correctly, mismatched jacket pants)
Thank you again.
# 6 by Christian at January 20, 2010
You just clarify something: how would you jacket that aligns with the holding above?
Thank you and goodbye
# 7 by Vincent at March 12, 2010
Good evening,
Here I have a question I trotted from the purchase of a chocolate brown suit. What color shoes to wear? Because I hear shoes, same color as the suit because it is black "hasbeen". And sometimes I hear the opposite ^ ^.
I'm 20 and it's for a wedding but my costume resservira me anyway.
Also, a friend told me that the pale blue shirt should be avoided with a brown suit and it would be better preferred pink.
I do not want to show me in company with a suit that does not respect the norms and standards of good taste. You will therefore understand that I ask for help
# 8 by The Man chic at March 15, 2010
Hello Vincent,
The black shoes are not "has been", but they are less "funky", that is more serious than brown shoes (which were seen at the base of campaign like shoes).
With brown shoes, you'll be able to play with colors, etc. on the patina ...
In any case, the two colors will go with your brown suit / Chocolate.
Most important is to think of your belt and give your watch to your shoes.
If you take brown shoes, pay attention to what they are not much brighter than your suit .. you can put shoes black, dark brown, medium brown shoes, but avoid clear-beige shoes.
However, if you want brown summer shoes, you can opt for a suede leather (suede) which certainly marks the appearance of your summer outfit.
For shirts, one white (safe bet), light blue as a pale pink will fit ... the trick is not to be mistaken in the choice of his tie.
If you do not want to commit odd, and you can not stand the tie, you can make your costume a pocket of the same color as your shirt.
# 9 by Vincent at March 17, 2010
Hello,
I just reread my post and I apologize for the mistakes, I am ashamed ^ ^
And thank you Man knack for the answer, I take note of all your items and I will surely tell you what it is.
See you soon.
# 10 by william at July 19, 2010
Hi I am a new visitor to this site I found very interesting because I just starting work in a ministry and the need to dress well is felt. so I bought two suits for work (navy blue and dark gray) and four shirts (white, yellow, pink and medium blue) I plan to buy three suits. I have a dark chocolate complexion and I want you in the choice of 03 colors of costumes and other advice to harmonize my suits and shirts.
# 11 by Man chic at December 15, 2011
Hello William,
You can find more information in this article:
http://www.homme-chic.com/habiller-chic/guide-achat-costume-couleurs/
# 12 by alex at October 18, 2010
Hello, I have very clear view berluti brown camel and I can not choose the color of the suit and shirt
thank you in advance
# 13 by Octave, Prince of Plum at December 17, 2010
Some notes, which are admittedly a subjective opinion, and I submit to the author with all respect due to him, it is indeed easier to criticize than to build.
"It is not advisable to wear a black shirt. "
Indeed. And not just with a navy blue suit. If you have a black shirt in your closet, throw it, or make in-one cloth to polish your shoes. Leave the black shirt with some clubbers remote suburbs who want to look dressed up when they go clubbing.
About the black / navy blue, black / brown:
I can not help but to disagree with you on that. This is certainly a general rule which is a good start, but the club by a man of taste in two colors close, "tonal", can give the effect of the utmost elegance. It is in my view of things unthinkable to wear black pants and black shoes, except for mourning. Black pants and brown shoes, provided you have the correct black and brown well, are the most beautiful effect. On the same idea, and leaving the purely professional, a camel jacket and black pants will go very well together.
Similarly, and provided you follow a fundamental rule, that is to always put the darker outside (Ie no dark shirt with a clear coat ..), the superposition of elements navy blue and black may be the most beautiful effect.
Agree with you for the black shoes with navy blue, professional-in-part, or slogans are rather conformity and effacement qu'élégance and refinement. Otherwise, brown and blue, can be seen on your color wheel, will wonderfully well together.
And also in perfect agreement on the number of color. Neither harlequin or batman.
# 14 by Man chic at December 27, 2010
Hello Octave, Prince of Plum.
Thank you for your comment interesting and sharp.
For black shirts, I totally agree with you ... but after a trip to southern France, it seems that the black shirt (often worn casually with jeans) is a regional specialty ...
During the same visit I also met some shops in other surprising colors for shirts, like purple, or dark brown ... ouch.
For black / navy blue, I'm afraid this is a fad, but if you have any examples of associations, I'm interested.
For brown / black, why not, but the camel is lighter, it can not really be confused with brown.
For black / black, think to evening wear. It would be inappropriate to go to a black tie evening with brown shoes ..
Anyway, thank you for your comment, and Merry Christmas and New Year!
# 15 by mias at April 22, 2011
Good evening, a rule of good taste is associate has its chaussurres socks, the black pantlon weston a pair of black socks and leave plenty of time to choose colors for the rest of the costume.
merrci for all your advice
# 16 by Paskwal at May 6, 2011
Well I see that we have fun like crazy here, and especially ... we have some free time (so to monopolize his attention to such trivialities).
Gentlemen, stop trying be governed by rules, relax a little! Reminder: the tastes and colors that can not be explained! The only rule is valid: do not dress like a clown, except that nothing is really unacceptable.
to read as the result of your analysis so sharp ... in intangible principles, one wonders just: here is the smart man, or man ... Nerdy?
# 17 by Man chic at May 28, 2011
Hello Paskwal,
If you ever have an interview at a bank or a finance Company, I'm sure you explain to them that very well.
Best regards.
# 18 by Fripp at August 12, 2011
Hello,
So if I understand it avoids associating black and navy blue except for the belt and shoes.
What about a black tie with a navy blue suit?
# 19 by Man chic at September 24, 2011
Hello Fripp.
Ditto for the tie, although this association is a fashion since 2010 ...
Say that with a white shirt it goes but hey, it's not the happiest agreement.
# 20 by Jolio at August 19, 2011
I think it is just taking unnecessary head these golden rules. Since when, we must submit to the supreme wisdom in dress, leaving the complete arbitrariness of who knows whom? You should dress as you feel good, let guiser by his instinct and his own taste and not to fall into this sad stiffness for fear of being frowned upon ...
# 21 by Ryad at September 9, 2011
Hello,
First I want to thank you for this quote I've just decouvrire and that I find very interested.
Here I just have your veus opingnon concrnant clothing following:
Night blue suit, blue shirt clear, bright red tie, black belt, black shoes with red Lasset.
Your prompt response will be highly appreciated.
Thank you for your help.
Coordialement
Ryad
# 22 by Philip at September 11, 2011
Hello,
I need advice.
I have a brown jacket (chocolate), a beige shirt, brown shoes.
Choosing a color for pants: navy blue, beige, ...?
Thank you in advance
# 23 by Sabrina at September 16, 2011
Hello, I recently began working in a DELUXE COSTUME SHOP FOR MEN and am one of your most faithful reader since I discovered your site. Thank you for the good advice that I can then share with my clients.
# 24 by Sabrina at September 16, 2011
Hello, I recently began working in a DELUXE COSTUME SHOP FOR MEN and am one of your most faithful reader since I discovered your site. Thank you for this good advice which I can then share with my clients.
# 25 by ivan at October 25, 2011
Hello! If possible I would like your opinion on the color matching an outfit being light brown and blue. The shoes are dark blue, light brown pants with a belt and a darker blue top with dark blue and a white scarf.
thank you for your response.
# 26 by Man chic at November 5, 2011
Hello Ivan,
It seems that there are many shades of colors in your blue and brown.
The set looks bold but consistent ... but it would take a photo for a serious review.
# 27 by Philippe at October 30, 2011
Hello
Congratulations on this blog. For Paris, I make you proffiter an address or find shoes and costumes chic in Paris. It s is the street meslay in Paris. It's quite surprising. There are 45 shops in a street of 71 numbers. In theory this is big but hey .. Offer cash. There are example of Courreges suits or shoes or cerruti Moreschi has very good prices.
This is not the pub just good info to find beautiful things in the same place with vendors who besides you not jump on it
Regards
# 28 by verot at November 5, 2011
Hello all
I just bought a pants pocket taupe gabardine on the side and pleats
What color shoes to please and what form
thank you very much
cedric
# 29 by Damian Djossou at November 25, 2011
is kool
# 30 by didier Diatta at December 15, 2011
hello man chic!
I bind you for some time with great attention and I would like you to help me on the choice of colors to do! I am a black complexion clear enough! I have a velvet jacket and black suede shoes the same color! I like to know if they will go well with a light purple shirt and gray waistcoat, trousers or pants without the gray vest black tie?? if not, advise me on the choice of colors has to do, thank you! I like to know if this jacket can be worn with pants other than jeans? thank you in advance
# 31 by didier Diatta at December 15, 2011
or you rather advise me to put black pants and a light blue shirt?
# 32 by Man chic at December 15, 2011
Hello Didier,
Although I am not a big fan of black jackets, all black suede shoes / jeans / light purple shirt (pastel) / black jacket seems coherent.
For the gray waistcoat, everything will depend on the gray (dark or not) and purple .. but with a light purple shirt and a gray / medium, you should be fine.
by cons, there is clearly a casual-chic outfit.
In any case I do not recommend black pants.
# 33 by pacome at December 18, 2011
hello! I have a pink shirt. and I really would like a color-keyed on the bottom. I need your help. thank you in advance!
# 34 by amelia at December 20, 2011
Hello, I bought my husband a cashmere scarf for Christmas and jai struggled to choose the color, and finally took jai "cork" (this is a very pale beige, slightly off-white) is the that it's going with a black coat?
Javais hesitated with charcoal gray but it hurt a tone on tone .. HELP! I can still change it.
# 35 by Lele at January 21, 2012
Hello! Here I just bought an orange and brown jeans I wonder what I might as well put in with regard to shoes and coats up! here is ...
# 36 by julienpop at March 3, 2012
Good evening, first of all great article. So I bought a brown jeans.
I wear these boots dark brown.
I wear a brown belt, and I ordered this jacket which is garnet colored, I did not notice, I thought she was brown: this is what can happen when even my trousers and shoes? thank you.
# 37 by Sun at 12 March 2012
Hello, I bought a sweater v neck Cardinal red.
I love to wear with a shirt that is not white ... Do you have any suggestions?
# 38 by bardhoza at March 15, 2012
Hello I have a wedding in two weeks and would like your fashion advice, so I have two suits, one BLACK and BLUE Royal and I have that black shoe
So I'd like your opinion on the possible settings
Thank you in advance for your advice I will be very beneficial
# 39 by Man chic at March 20, 2012
Hello,
For me blue & black shoes are ok. Still think to put a little color, you get married, you're not going to the office
All my best wishes.
# 40 by Lasa at April 7, 2012
Hello! our little son got married on 08/09/2012. I expect your help to tie my pants will mari.Il dark gray with a good brand, a white shirt and a black blazer YSL.j I found on the net a clear and gray tie flowers in creams K.. good marriage, but a little sad, perhaps? or a tie in the CL black, gray and cream flowers with maroon flowers very very small Chics property safe. I await your advice thank you.
# 41 by Allobroge at May 5, 2012
Hello,
I just discovered your site and course pages with interest from earlier. Nevertheless I was disappointed to read that "a rule of thumb is never wear white suit", since I recently bought a white suit, I found the most beautiful effect ...
So I want your opinion to ensure that all makes good anyway (for those rare occasions that I have to wear), as required or prohibited colors for different elements. For example I think black shoes are not shocking; a black shirt and tie blance or the opposite either. If you had a few tricks and could enlighten me on the pitfalls I would be very grateful (including for Socks, black or white?).
I would also ask you about the handkerchief in the pocket of the suit that I find particularly distinguished. On his own I would opt for white or red, but by color of the shirt / tie / costume there again associations to avoid or favor?
Thank you in advance if you can advise me on these points.
(And if you have a little time to explain to me how a black shirt is in bad taste since I also find it relatively elegant so well. But maybe I do not get enough of my campaign also ...
).
Anyway, thank you for these items that are of great help.