Ask PM | How To Pick A Tan Suit?

In the realm of men's suits, blue and gray are the most common choices because they are versatile and suitable for almost any occasion, worn by everyone.

However, even the president can grow weary of wearing blue and gray every day. Former US President Obama once chose a tan-colored suit for a speech -- this decision caused a sensation on the internet, with some even creating dedicated social media accounts for that particular suit.

Barack Obama in the White House Briefing Room. (AFP/Mandel Ngan/Getty)

If you have several suits in blue and gray, and often find yourself wearing suits, adding a tan-colored suit to your wardrobe is the next obvious choice.

Tan belongs to the earthy color palette, its low saturation makes it easy to pair with various colors and materials. While it is pretty low-key, it brings a touch of personal flavor and fun rather than the common blue and gray.

At PRINCIPLE M, tan suits are also popular. We have designated a specific day when everyone wears their tan suits to work, aptly named "Tan Suit Day." Let's take a look at PM Guys' insights on their suits and styling choices.

Justin

Bower Roebuck Wool/Mohair Blend Bespoke Suit

I was looking for a beige or tan color suit for the summer because the earthy tone always looks nice in a summer setting with green leaves, flowers blooming and the warmth of the sun.

I decided to go with a wool-mohair blend in a high twist fabric. The fabric is from Bower Roebuck, and has 25% Super Kid Mohair. The high twist is very breathable, which is a must in this heat. The mohair gives this suit a very interesting hand, or feel, its quite crisp and very dry. Another benefit is the durability of this English fabric, I don’t feel like I need to be overly careful with this suit, so I can just effortlessly put it on and go about my day.

I like formality and a summer suit with this ice-blue shirt has a nice balance in color. I styled it with a darker tie to anchor down the look—there are some brown diamond shapes in the silk tie that also compliment the brown suede loafers.

I can see myself wearing this with a black polo or a white shirt with the collar popped out. Maybe even some fun summery print shirts. This kind of suit would also be easy to break up and wear as separates.

Jamen

Bespoke Solbiati Linen Suit

My suit is made with Solbiati Art Du Lin series, which has a unique drape compared to other linens, its texture is also different, almost like chocolate mousse, it’s a linen that doesn’t feel like linen.

Izhar

Bespoke Dugdale High Twist Wool Suit

The Dugdale's high-twist pure wool fabric I chose has a significant advantage - its breathability. In summer, as long as there's a breeze, it effortlessly passes through the fabric, instantly refreshing me.

Another key aspect is its wrinkle resistance. Without any deliberate effort, it maintains a superb drape, saving me a considerable amount of time.

Regarding the style, I opted for a single-breasted three-roll-two design. It offers better versatility in terms of matching options. I can match it with Chinos or even jeans.

Given that it belongs to the earth-tone color palette, I chose a light pink linen shirt to go with the suit with a touch of summer.

Gabriel

Bespoke Huddersfield Fine Worsted Fresco Wool Suit

The fabric of my suit comes from the Huddersfield Fine Worsted's Fresco collection, the only fabric brand warranted by the British royal family. It is also the original label of high-twist. When it comes to a suit fabric that can be both smart and casual in summer while also being wrinkle-resistant, the high-twist fabric is the perfect choice.

In summer, most people prefer to wear brighter colors. So, when selecting the fabric, I thought of a low-saturation yellow color that can easily be paired with other garments. When it comes to mixing and matching, my rule is to pair matte with matte, combining darker shades on top with lighter shades below or vice versa. Almost any color can be paired beautifully with khaki.

Ty

MTM StylBiella 120s Wool Suit

This suit is one of my most frequently worn suits. It is lightweight yet holds a nice shape, and I particularly like pairing it with blue or yellow garments. When I'm out and about in my daily life, I wear it as a casual jacket. I switch the pants to jeans or casual trousers, slip into a pair of sneakers, and it all comes together seamlessly.

Although this suit is made of a 120s fine worsted wool, it is far from delicate. There's an amusing anecdote: on one occasion, I accidentally pierced it with a toothpick. However, when I removed it, there wasn't a trace left on the suit.

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