It’s hard to go wrong with a navy suit, especially in formal situations. If you feel the need to brighten things up a bit, try using one or two brightly-coloured – but little seen – accessories, like silk knots and striped socks:
(Suit by Paul Smith London, shirt by Harvie & Hudson, tie by Marks & Spencer, socks by Margaret Howell, cufflinks by T.M. Lewin, pocket square by United Arrows, shoes by Titlo Classic)
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Did you intentionally choose the keyhole shape for your lapel buttonhole?
Regards, le.gentleman
Le G,
Not really, actually I didn’t particularly notice until you mentioned it! It happened to be a very good price, one that I couldn’t refuse.