“Clothes don’t make a man, but clothes have gotten many a man a good job.” —Herbert Harold Vreeland

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Needless to mention, dressing well is a great way to present oneself as appealing and respectful. From the inside perspective, clothes give self-confidence. From the outside perspective, clothes grab attention, followed by respect and trust. Thus, Herbert has rightly said that clothes do not make a man; instead, they give him a job and respect.

How did your dressing style help you? What job did it earn for you? Drop in the comments!

“You know you’re in love when you can’t fall asleep because reality is finally better than your dreams.” —Dr. Seuss

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Of course, the reality is to the upcoming summer. But why not wind up the spring by getting ready in an alluring spring green suit for your special occasion? Adorn this beautiful green suit made of mohair and wool blend fabric. The besom pockets are enticing. And the white-dotted green necktie looks unique and apt for the green suit. Pick a matching pocket square or lapel pin to complete this green wedding suit.

An eye-catching hot red blazer for spring-summer transition

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The model wears simple, chilly red blazers, white trousers, and a white button-down shirt. Together, they make an attractive outfit for both the spring and the summer. 

The simple notch lapels and the minimally designed buttons, cuff links, etc. make it an effortless outfit for men on the weekends. Do you want a similar suit? Get in touch with our expert men’s bespoke suit designers!

Dwayne Johnson’s suit at the Oscars 2024

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Kudos to Dwayne for choosing such a stunning metallic silver suit for the red carpet! Literally, the graphite grey was gleaming extraordinarily. The unexpected burgundy-lined inner layer (a deep V-cut shirt) of his metallic suit was the talk of the town for almost a month. The wide peak lapels perfectly suited his wide shoulders.   

Did you notice his accessories? Comment them!

100% cotton shirts are mandatory at the moment!

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While summer 2024 will shine brighter, men must quickly switch to 100% cotton fabrics in suits and, most importantly, dress shirts that have close contact with the body.

Check out this business suit in light gray with blue checks on it. The shirt is made of 100% cotton. And the fit is regular, with enough room for ventilation. The blue-striped necktie looks more professional!

What are the suitable fabrics for men’s suits this summer?

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Pure cotton and linen are the two most sought-after fabrics for summer. However, lately, men have shown interest in blended fabrics like cotton linen and wool cotton and other sets of posh fabrics like seersucker. 

Be it any of them, ensure they are made of natural fibers that can allow for good air circulation and, at the same time, stay soft without harming the skin. What are your thoughts? Drop in the comments!

“Men’s fashions all start as sports clothes and progress to the great occasions of state.” —Angus McGill

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The tailcoats for men were initially used for hunting purposes. But in the late 1800s, they were considered an ideal outfit for formal occasions. Likewise, lounge coats without tail-like extensions were once used for formal occasions. But today, they predominantly appear on formal occasions. Thus, Angus has rightly pointed out that great outfits for men arise out of unexpected sartorial transformations.

Want to know how suits have evolved since the primitive ages? Check out our recent blog posts!

A Gentleman’s Guide to Dressing for the Occasion

Dressing up for occasions is the art of choosing the right outfit, accessories, and style to match the gatherings and ambiance of the event or occasion. After all, you make efforts to dress up just to keep yourself comfortable, confident, and presentable. When it comes to special occasions, your presentability depends on the event you’re attending. As simple as that!   

Here are some simple tips and guidelines for men to get ready appropriately based on the type of occasion.   

  1. Wedding occasions
  2. Semi-formal occasions
  3. Formal occasions 
  4. Cocktail parties
  5. Funerals or condolences 

Wedding occasions

Wedding attire for men totally depends on factors like the type of wedding (formal or informal), the venue of the wedding ceremony, whether a dress code is being followed or not, the theme of the ceremony, the time of the wedding (morning, noon or evening), and most importantly, who you are (groom, groomsmen, or father of the groom, etc.)  

Another factor that greatly influences your attire for wedding occasions is the time of the year. Each season has its own suit style, choice of colors, fabric, and a lot more. For example, winter weddings need double-breasted thick woolen suits for insulation. On the other hand, summer weddings need  

Semi-formal occasions

Examples of these occasions include dinner with business leaders or VIPs, casual business gatherings, or semi-formal meetups. You cannot take it for granted on these occasions, as semi-formal also means formal. Therefore, maintain your formal suit but without a tie. This is the simplest semi-formal attire. Based on your profession, you can dabble with some new attractive shades instead of the usual neutral ones. If smart casuals are fine, a pair of jeans and casual blazers will complete your attire.   

Formal occasions 

Formal occasions need the utmost attention. Be it choosing the fabric, slacks, suit color, stripes, necktie, pocket squares, fitness, belt, shoes, etc., everything needs validation, whether or not they are suitable for formal occasions and whether they look professional and sharp. 

Solid dark-colored suits in grey, blue, or black are the perfect ones for these kinds of occasions. A regular fit formal suit should be the most comfortable one, even if you’re participating in a day-long formal event or gathering.      

Cocktail parties

Suits are recommended for this kind of occasion, and definitely not tuxedos. If you want to keep yourself safe with the attire, go with the usual black blazer and white button-down shirt. If you want to try something new, play with different colors, slight patterns, and unique accessories. But ensure you do not overdress than the host of the party.   

Funerals or condolences

A black suit with a white tie could be the most conservative way of dressing up for a funeral-like occasion. Never choose light-hued suits, as they may be eye-catching. Always stick to dark hues like black or navy blue. Forest green is also a great choice when it is subtly styled without flashy accessories. 

Apart from these, occasions like festivals, aristocratic events, beach parties, etc., have some basic guidelines. So, ensure to follow them to fit into the occasion and the gathering!

“You’re the closest to heaven that I’ll ever be.” —Goo Goo Dolls

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This late spring, try this classic suit for your wedding occasion. Truly, this outfit is made of a heavenly navy blue woolen fabric with red pinstripes. The blazer is single-breasted with notch lapels. The waistcoat is double-breasted with a shawl collar. The trousers are pleated. Altogether, this makes it a classic spring wedding suit for extraordinary men like you! The maroon plain necktie, buttons, and cufflinks elegantly contrast the navy blue suit.

A simple casual suit for the late spring this year!

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Choose any shirt with gingham checks and a plain blazer without any patterns or stripes on it. Ensure that the shirt has a white and dark hue combination so that it matches with the dark-colored blazer. Choose simple plain brown (light coffee or tan shade) trousers in regular fit to pair with the lightly padded blazer. Avoid a necktie, as it is a casual outfit.

Style yourself in a similar casual blazer, shirt, and trousers with the best bespoke suit designers—Bucco!

Let’s recall Steve Lacy’s black suit!

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At last year’s Grammy, the popular American musician Steve Lacy wore a solid black suit. Indeed, it was a chic double-breasted suit that adorned him. The details were striking—straight pants without tapering, buttons quite big on the blazer, a white pocket square, and a glittering brooch with a pearl drop. His accessories were impressively perfect—black sunglasses and pointed shoes in white and black.

A light gray men’s suit for professionals and businessmen!

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Check out this exquisite business suit for men in light gray. This is a plaid suit with white lines in between and is made of super-150 woolen fabric. The suit is a three-piece with a matching blazer, trousers, and a waistcoat without a collar. The model wears a pale blue dress shirt and a solid dark blue necktie to complete this business attire. 

Wear the right set of shoes, a watch, and a belt to make it entirely formal!