The navy blue suit is a classic staple in any man’s wardrobe. Whether for special occasions like a business meeting or formal event or even just as an alternative to the traditional black suit, this signature color will always keep you looking stylish and well-dressed.
But when putting together an outfit with your navy blue suit, knowing which accessories and pieces of clothing to pair it with can sometimes become confusing. That’s why we’ve put together this helpful guide – showing you exactly how to accessorize a navy blue suit so you can create the perfect look effortlessly!
What Shirts Work Best With A Navy Suit?
Wearing a dress shirt with navy blue pants is a classic, sharp fashion for men. The first thing you need to achieve is to contrast with the navy blue shade. The most effective way to accomplish this is to choose dresses in lighter tones. It’s impossible to go wrong with a white or pale blue dress shirt.
In fact, I’d recommend purchasing four dress shirts like the ones shown in the graphic above:
- One white shirt
- One light blue shirt
- One white and blue stripe shirt
- One medium-blue shirt
As well as making a statement, try to keep it simple by avoiding too extreme patterns and stripes. Prints on the shirt will detract from the subtle elegance of the suit.
Adding a bow tie with a vest to a navy suit is an easy way to elevate your look and make a lasting impression. Whether attending a formal event or looking to make waves in the office, this classic combination will undoubtedly turn heads. The perfect pairing of these timeless pieces can evoke an effortlessly chic style that speaks to sophistication and class. With just the addition of this standout attire, you can make quite the statement wherever you go.
What Tie Styles Can You Wear With A Navy Suit?
Solid Neckties
It’s the first tie a man should buy if beginning from scratch. A dark shade of blue can be the best and most versatile. However, every deep rich hue is a good choice. Burgundies, dark greens, and for some skin tones, purples are all great choices. The best colors to pair with navy blue suits are dark reds or shades of blue (depending on the type of suit you’re wearing (a white or blue blouse).
Polka Dot Neckties
When you think about dress clothes, “polka dots” is most likely not the first thing you think of. That’s what’s appealing about an embroidered tie. It’s not a design that can be seen on other clothes for men, which means that it’s unlikely to appear unnaturally similar to the patterns on your suit or shirt.
Find a shirt with a lovely muted background color and fabulous, well-spaced dots, and you’ll have something that can stand up to a collared shirt and suit well. You might not take it out to attend a formal conference; however, for everyday office work, it’s excellent and will stay consistent with other clothes you wear.
Self Tie Bow Tie
Wearing a navy suit with a self-tie bow tie can be the perfect finishing touch for any special occasion. Although tying a bow tie can seem intimidating for some, the practice is often part of the fun when creating a unique style.
Additionally, it lets your personality shine through since there are many different ways of tying a bow tie. In pairing with a navy suit, self-tie bow ties are noticeably elegant and sophisticated, which reflects well (on top of) your fashion taste.
