Formal Attire for Men

Men usually deck themselves with formal attires in weddings, wedding receptions, business meetings, job interviews, funerals, races, social gatherings, etc. Formal attire is also a dress codes in office. Sometimes you get puzzled when it concerns choosing the right type of formal attire for different occasions. Sometimes you are not able to make a choice between right shirt or the formal pant. Choosing the color of your tie becomes even tougher. And in a state of confusion, you end up attending the occasion with a messy combination of outfit and shoes. Quite often you might be unaware of it, but there are always catchy eyes and sharp tongues wherever you go, who don't leave any opportunity to throw a comment as sharp and incisive as the stroke of a fang, on your attire. The sole outcome is embarrassment. If you have faced a situation like this, then its high time to change your dressing sense.

Men's Formal Attire

Formal attire is it all about tucking a shirt tightly inside the trouser, wear a polished boot and move out?", "How boring it is!" If that's your concept about formal attire, you need to reform your thoughts immediately. Formal attire has a high style quotient and a unique elegance. The following content will definitely improve your dressing sense.

Shirts
I feel WHITE is the safest color for men's formal attire. In job interviews or funerals, white shirt complements the occasion. Light shades like off white, mauve, light blue, olive green and pale yellow also gives you a more relaxed look. In parties or social gatherings you can even try dark shades like coffee brown, black, navy blue, dark gray full sleeved shirts. Tuxedo shirts with wing and turndown collars look stunning. Classical tuxedo shirts with pleats in front also look great. Don't go for any transparent material for formal attire.

Pants
The color of the trouser should complement your shirt. If you are wearing a light color shirt, your pant should be a darker shade. Dark color pants goes well with dark shades of shirts as well. For example, a deep coffee brown shirt looks good on a black trouser. It's very important to get a good fit while choosing your formal pant. Pants with pleats in front is the classical type, while slacks cut or boot cut is the most common type.

Tie
The color of the tie is one of the most important count in formal attire for men. Choosing the right tie color adds elegance to the costume. The tie shouldn't be too flashy and bright. A black tie attire perfectly suits with a white tuxedo or a white formal shirt and vice versa. Dark color tuxes like blue, brown and gray also match well with light color formal shirts. Wear a light color tie while attending any formal occasion in the morning. Dark-colored tuxes usually looks good in evenings. Avoid flashy colors lie yellow, orange, fluorescent, etc. Satin ties with classical designs are good choice for parties. In semi formal occasions like parties, you can exclude the tie and only wear jacket and slacks with a formal shirt.

Jackets
Jackets are not always a must with the formal attire. However, stylish coats and jackets on wedding occasions and parties can create a splendor effect. A white tuxedo with a black jacket and black tie is the ultimate formal attire. Light color jackets look neat in the mornings. You can select from the wide range of materials available in fabric stores. Jackets must have a stylish cut with neat buttons. Do not pick up showy colors for jackets like red, orange, etc. You can complement your jacket with the color of your shirt.

Shoes
Your attire is incomplete without a good pair of shoes. Wear expensive stylish shoes, people always notice it. Shoes reflect status. A jet black formal laced shoe goes well with all types of formal attire. Never opt for colorful shoes. You can try out a dark brown laced shoe with light colored shirts and pants.

Belt
The last thing is your belt. Choose a matte finished jet black colored leather belt. Go for stylish silver buckles and not golden. A wide brown belt also looks classy. Once again say no to flashy colors for belts.

Formal Business Attire for Men

Be careful while choosing formal business attire for men, because attending business would mean you are amongst important heads and your formal attire can reflect your persona. A traditional business suit with or without a matching vest is ideal. Pin a classy tux with your business suit. Your suit must be well tailored with a high quality material. Wool, silk, pure cotton with black, dark gray or navy blue shades looks best in men. Your shirt should be white or of light shades with button down. Add elegance with good cut cuff links. The tie should be conservative and solid colored silk. Patent leather or smooth leather shoes with laces suits the best. Slip on leather shoes are also good. Step forth with this formal business attire.

With these combinations, I'm sure that you have got a fair idea about the perfect formal attire. You can create variations of formal dress codes depending on the occasion type. Always have a good eye for colors that are conducive to the occasion. Above all, your elegant attire will suit you, only when you stride with confidence and speak with intelligence. All the Best!