A Guide to Styling Bold, Colourful Suits

Men’s fashion is constantly evolving – and honestly, we love to see it here at Marc Darcy. Gone are the days when you were stuck with one style, or shoehorned into the same stuffy suit for every occasion. Instead, embracing uniqueness and your own style is definitely the way forward. And, what better way than to explore colourful suits and bold patterns!

While conservative greys and blues definitely have their place in your wardrobe – they’re great for your day-to-day workwear – but in your free time you have the chance to be a little more adventurous. Not only will you be turning heads from every angle but you'll also ooze the confidence of a guy who knows what he's talking about when it comes to style with a bold, colourful suit. 

But wait. If the red flag is waving and you're thinking about all the things that could go wrong with a bold suited look, fear not! We've got some tips to show you how to stand out for all the right reasons in some of our boldest styles within a selection of men’s suit colours…  

Choose deep, rich colourful suits for effortless sophistication

In your first forays into more colourful suits, it can be scary to know what to pick. So, while we would love for you to jump into the deep end with a bright and bold look, we are also here to offer you some baby steps – like wading in slowly by exploring deeper, richer men’s suit colours.

Here is where wine red, burgundy, and deeper jewel tones shine. Effortlessly sophisticated, these are the best suit colours as they’re fairly classic but still bold enough to make people stop and take notice of your style. Interested in trying a simple colourful suit? We have the perfect option for you – the Max Two Piece Suit in wine. Slim fitting, this deliciously rich colourful suit is contemporary, polished, AND attention-grabbing for all the best reasons.

Navy Suits For The Win

We've said it before and we'll say it again; blue suits are the go-to choice! If you're looking for a navy suit with a difference our Edinson Suit comes in 3 different colour checks; sky blue, green and red, perfectly bold and unique colour combinations guaranteed to catch the eye. Now these are most likely not colour combinations you're used to wearing but times have changed and the standard neutrals are not gonna cut it this season. Thankfully it's not too complex to pull one of these bad boys off. As you know, white will go with absolutely everything and whether it's a pin collar, grandad collar or a simple t-shirt you'll look bang on trend. 

Pick your pieces wisely

In the best meals, cooked by the best chefs, you’ll notice that the ingredients complement each other in a delicate balancing act rather than overpower and clash against each other. And, so too should a colourful suit. Getting the wow factor is all about balance. So, if you’re going for a full three-piece look, make sure you’re not throwing any mad colour combinations in there that will detract from the final look. Contrasting colours can be incredible as part of a colourful suit style. But they need to work together, not overpower the final result.

Not sure what we mean? Just take a look at our Mix & Match collection. Here, we’ve done the work for you in combining various men’s suit colours into bold new looks for you to explore. 

Using patterns and contrasting colours creates a stand out sartorial style that will have people sitting up and taking notice. One of our favourite ways to effortlessly up your colour game is to choose a bold waistcoat. Our Kelvin Double Breasted Waistcoat for example, comes in a whopping 12 different colours, so you can mix and match to your hearts content. Seen here in the stunningly vibrant Berry colouring, these are ideal for adding a bold statement to an existing suit. You could even shuck off the blazer and let your waistcoat do the heavy lifting in your outfit – the bespoke Paisley lining adds texture and pattern for even more exceptional styling.

Let the suit do the talking

You're wearing a bold suit for a reason. So, you want to make sure it stays centre stage by toning down the rest of your accessories to work with it – it’s all about that balance we mentioned earlier.

When you’re styling a bold, colourful suit, we recommend staying away from patterned shirts or colour-clashing shoes. Instead, choose a muted shirt that blends with the look. It’s hard to go wrong with a classic white shirt, but you could also look for ones in the same colour or tone of your suit to provide a complementary elegance.

Consider the Alvin suit. This looks super suave when paired with the pink Alfie Long Sleeve Shirt to compliment the check, and you can top off the look with burgundy loafers. Notice here too the lack of neckwear. A tie may act like a distraction – and the button detailing on the Alfie shirt is too good to hide away. Depending on what the occasion calls for, simply switch up the shirt and add a wine tie and you've got a show stopping race day look. Or, for more relaxed occasions, why not pop the top couple of buttons for casual chic?

It’s not just shirts and shoes you need to think about. To really let your colourful suit do the talking, choose any accessories with intention, and think about how they will impact your final look. Ties can make or break an outfit, so consider blending it with your shirt, or leaving it off all together. The same can be said of pocket squares, cufflinks, and jewellery. Choose the same, or complementary, colours so that nothing takes away from your bold new look.

Top tip: match gold jewellery with warmer tones like red, or deep, rich colours. Silver looks better with colder colours like blue, or pastels for a hint of modern sophistication.

The right fit makes all the difference

There’s nothing worse than an ill-fitting suit to ruin the aesthetic you were looking for. And this is especially true for bold patterned, or colourful suits. If it doesn’t fit right, you’ll be attracting notice for all the wrong reasons.

When you’re choosing a bright, colourful suit, make sure it fits you perfectly. Even a few small tweaks to the fit across the shoulders, or the cut of a trouser can make a massive difference and ensure you go from drab to fab in seconds.

If you’re not sure how your suit should fit, why not take a trip to the Marc Darcy Showroom at our HQ? Our showroom team are masters in the art of suit styling, and will be able to offer you amazing advice and valuable help throughout the fitting process.

Consider the occasion

If you’re going to go bold, you need to pick your moment. There’s a time and a place for showing off your style; so for the best impact, make sure your suit matches the vibe of the occasion. You wouldn’t want to upstage a groom at a wedding for example.

Birthday parties, Christmas, New Years celebrations, Red Carpets – all of these are definitely a chance for you to absolutely go for it in terms of style, patterns, and suit colour. Simply keep in mind the rest of the advice we’ve given you, and you’ll be ready to knock the socks off of everyone who sees you!

Confidence is everything

The final piece of advice we can give you? Be confident! Bold, colourful suits are meant to be fun, attention-grabbing, and a way to show the world a little bit of who you are. Be proud of your outfit, turn heads, and confidently walk into every room and take up space. Whether you’re wearing a completely out there outfit, or dipping a toe into the world of different men’s suit colours, confidence is the best accessory you could choose, and will instantly take any look up to a 10.

Find the best suit colours with help from Marc Darcy

Home to timelessly elegant men’s suits in colours across the spectrum, this is your chance to get creative with your look. The best suit colours will complement your personality and style, and you can find them here at Marc Darcy. Explore our Suit collection today to find your new favourite – and don’t be scared to go for something different! You just might like it…

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