subject: Essential Men's Suits For Summer [print this page] Warmer months might seem like they're months away, but it always pays to stock up ahead of time. There's also the fact that most fashion retailers tend to put last season's styles on the clearance rack. And since a huge part of mens fashion is a cycle of classic pieces, you can be sure that any of the suits below can become a longterm investment and a very worthy purchase indeed.
Khaki
Short of an all out white - which in itself can be a style disaster in the making - khaki is the ultimate summer color. Their weight (or lack thereof), breathability and versatility make chino and khaki great choices for pants and, yes, even suits at that.
In terms of style, you generally work with khaki suits much like you would your typical navy two-piece set. Slim cuts and narrow to medium lapels are a must for the khaki suit, and the jacket should be a tad shorter than it would be on an average business suit. It's optional, but an abbreviated pants hem to show a little ankle adds to that summer vibe.
For the office, a khaki suit is best worn with a light pastel shirt underneath. Sky blue is the ubiquitous option, so you may want to try a light, light pink or a happy green to add some interest to your look. Going with all light colors can be boring, though, so pick out a dark, even bold necktie to give your outfit some definition. A more risque match has the color scheme reversed with a dark shirt and a light pastel tie - harder but more stylish.
What's great about the khaki suit is that it's so easy to mix and match, effortlessly going from a hectic Friday at the office to Saturday brunch with the family. Ditch the shirt and necktie for an athletic fit polo shirt and the lace-ups for white sneakers and you're good.
Gray
Rising temperatures never stop the workdays from coming; that's why offices are air-conditioned in the first place. Slightly more formal than the khaki suit, gray suits strike a balance between refined and hot weather-read, perfect for attending boardroom meetings.
Look at any men's fashion show and you'll notice that the grays in summer are different from the ones used in winter. Warm weather grays are very light shades, going from steel gray all the way up to near-blue light hues. Keep away from the dark charcoal or pepper shades that are way too reminiscent of winter. Gray suits are best cut like the traditional suit, save for the fitted pants and the slightly cinched waist on the jacket.
Find a pencil stripe dress shirt to add a subtle touch of fashion forwardness to your look without being too explicit. Silk neckties, while still acceptable, can be subbed with thick cotton ties that are more appropriate for the season. And the voices of men's fashion all agree: brown shoes do make a better match than black with a gray suit.
Black
It's highly likely that you'll still get invited to a formal wedding or two between March and September, and a black suit is still the indispensable attire for such evening events. Instead of the usual full-on black suit, though, find one made of lighter cotton and wool blends at the nearest men's boutique.
You know the style drill from here: white shirt goes with black shirt, slim black necktie goes with white shirt, and simple tie bar goes with slim black necktie. It's that easy. Oh, and don't forget the true mark of the gentleman dresser: the pocket square.
A black suit is good for more than just weddings and funerals, though. Take out all the accessories, remove the shirt and the tie and unlace the shoes. Layer in a (not too deep) white v-neck tee, roll up the jacket sleeves and put on some white sneakers or, better yet, solid black plain rubber flip-flops. If you haven't noticed by now, this outfit is more suited to champagne with buddies on the porch than a fullon formal wine tasting.
by: Hendrik Pohl
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