#FreestyleFridays
This could be the best way to dress up casually and with style this summer. Just pick out a cream or ivory-shaded dress shirt and pair it with dark-hued trousers like gray or blue. Now, match this attire with any unpadded overcoat or blazer of the same color. Ensure the overcoat is unbuttoned so that you can remove it whenever needed. Holding the coat on your shoulders gives you the smart glance you wanted!
#ToplinerThursdays
This year, Mark Ronson wore an exquisite graphite or ebony gray three-piece suit at the Grammy’s. The double-breasted jacket with wide peak lapels perfectly twinned the collarless waistcoat. Indeed, the shirtless look of the music producer was timeless. The signature loafers paired well with the dapper suit.
According to you, how is his look? Drop in the comments!
#WearItWednesdays
Check out this light blue tartan plaid blazer! It is a double-breasted, two-piece blazer with orange checks, notch lapels, flap pockets, and slight padding. An off-white or light-white shirt goes well with this light-blue blazer. The light brown necktie has even geometric patterns on it and adds a professional emphasis to the suit. Overall, this light blue formal blazer looks soothing to the eyes.
#TeachingsTuesdays
Deconstructed or unconstructed blazers are those blazers without any internal lining, like shoulder pads or canvas. When there is no interlining, the blazer becomes lightweight so that men can wear it even for a long day. Also, in hot summer, these blazers help with high freedom of movement and a relaxed feel with less layering underneath.
Notably, these blazers do not give an ultra-formal but a smart formal look. When casual is your attire, they do a great job!
#MotivationalMondays
Talley was a proficient fashionista, stylist, and journalist with six decades of experience. He has made commendable efforts to diversify the runway and influence bold looks. And that is one reason why people in the industry called him the most influential fashion journalist back then. And it is no wonder he needs at least three rooms for his closets.
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“If you’re able to notice the belt, it can only mean two things—either it is styled poorly or it is used as a statement piece to improve the aesthetics.” —Anonymous
Initially, belts were a functional accessory that helped secure trousers or pants around the waist. However, these days, belts are no longer a functional accessory. They are more of a decorative or style element that grabs attention.
Before we get right into how to select the ideal belt for your suit outfit, let’s get into the belt anatomy, the ideal length and width of belts, etc. that are essential.
Anatomy of belts
The two main parts include a strap and a buckle. Other parts include belt loops, punch holes, and belt tips.
Ideal belt length and width
The ideal belt length for your waist is calculated by adding 2 inches to your pant’s waist size. Also, another way to find the right length of the belt is by checking whether the tail end of the belt is long enough to get into your belt loop when fastening. Most importantly, the length does not vary between a formal or casual suit. On the other hand, there is no ideal belt width as it depends on the occasion or style of your outfit.
Choosing the belt for a formal suit
Suit trousers have loops for belt fastening and hence belts are considered a mandatory part of the formal suit ensemble. Also, only a leather strap is considered formal with specific color choices, like black, brown, navy, or tan. Besides, the color of the belt must match the color of your formal shoes to balance the formal style.
A belt for a formal suit must be only about 1 to 1.5 inches wide; therefore, it can look thin, sleek, and professional, adding value to the formal attire. In addition, small buckles made of golden or silver metal frames are preferable. So, when you’re selecting a formal belt, ensure you address all these factors.
Choosing the belt for a casual or informal suit
Unlike formal belts, belts for a casual suit need not be small, thin, leather-made, or in black or brown hues. Belts for casual suits can be wider than 1.5 inches and need not be hidden under the overcoat like formal belts. These can be made visible as these casual belts are worn for aesthetic purposes.
The material of casual belts can be vinyl, braided, suede, webbing, or canvas-made. The buckles can be of box, plate, frame, O, or D-ring type. When it comes to color, casual belts can be of any hue. In other words, these belts look smart, rugged, and often a statement piece.
For casual attire, the color of the belt and its buckle need not match the shoes or other accessories.
Now is the time to check if you own both belt types to style your formal and casual suits!
Conclusion
As this blog post has educated you on how to select or choose a belt for a particular suit style, you can improve your purchasing decision the next time you buy one.
#WeddingsbyBucco
How will you signify your love to your beautiful bride on your big day? In love, blue symbolizes loyalty. So, better choose a tailored suit in blue—take a look at this window-pane blue two-piece suit! What a beautiful suit to convey your love, compassion, and loyalty—the details are minimal, yet the look is extraordinary. Matching this suit with a glowing silky sky-blue necktie is another remarkable choice to highlight.
#FreestyleFridays
Yes, it is always better to reduce as many layers as possible in the hot summer. So, try this simple casual suit with a cornflower blue window pane checkered blazer, matching dark blue or graphite gray trousers, and a neutral white shirt. A casual watch, shoes, and sunglasses could be the best accessories for this suit. Avoid wearing a necktie so that it doesn’t become too formal.
#ToplinerThursdays
The Colombian rapper Juan, popularly known as Maluma, walked the red carpet of the Grammy Awards 2024 with a refinedly styled black and white tuxedo. The suit and the accessories were cool, attractive, and in vogue. Particularly, the wide-lapelled tuxedo had a golden pocket chain, the bowtie was a big butterfly, the ethos watch was a rose gold Astronomia, and the tip shoes were poshy
#WearItWednesdays
Men in honorable positions must check out this formal suit with such a graceful look! The two-piece suit is tailored in Glen- or Prince of Wales-checks with single breasts. The button-down shirt is kept white and neutral. The burgundy touch comes from the pocket squares and necktie. They are kept plain and neat to give them a professional look.
Notably, the pockets are patch-type and the lapels are notch-type. The fit is regular, with medium padding on the shoulders.
#TeachingsTuesdays
Summer is the time to forget the sweaty jeans and stick to cotton or linen pants that are lightweight, breathable, and smooth on the skin. In that case, linen or cotton-made light gray trousers top the list of must-haves in a man’s wardrobe. The light gray color keeps the look and feel neutral, making it soothing to the eyes. The regular or modern fit makes it comfortable to wear. Moreover, this light gray can be easily paired with pastel-hue shirts or blazers.
#MotivationalMondays
Of course, fashion may not be necessary to survive. Still, it is essential for an individual to fulfill his emotional, cultural, and social needs, as it is a tool for self-expression. The society in which we live has a value for identity and thus people are bound to desire fashion in different forms. Be it style, accessory, or aesthetic, people either follow new trends or create fashion disruptions. Which category do you belong to?
