Dark Suits for Spring and Summer

Though spring and summer are synonymous with light colored suits, the dark suit can be worn year round.

When we think spring and summer we think seersucker, or light cotton suits, Dark suits are generally made in wool which can make anyone suffocate at the mere thought of wearing a dark wool suit during the hot months of the year.  

Right? Wrong! 

This is just an old idea that needs to be replaced with a new and fresh one and I can help you with that.

This new idea is that wool is the most comfortable fabric in both hot and cold weather since it is the fabric that most easily regulates body temperature. During the hotter months I suggest the Super 100's - measure of the fabric fineness - which is the thinnest of the wool fabrics. Fine wool drapes beautifully and because of the natural elasticity of the fabric it stretches and breathes easily. Also with wool any creases from  normal wear can fall out easily by simply hanging properly overnight.

It is also worth mentioning that wearing a dark suit during the spring summer season does not mean a solemn or boring look. Not at all. Taking  my cue from the Italian men - who continue to be the final word when it comes to men's fashion - you can spice up your dark suit with vibrant colors and patterns.  

 

Bring a touch of fun and color to your navy suit by mixing it with a gingham shirt and pattern tie. Use the four in hand tie knot to keep it less formal.

Suit : Canali

Shirt; Sy Devore Private Label

Tie: Etro

You can still have fun without using pattern fabrics by combining colors and adding a third contrasting one to your ensemble. 
The half Windsor tie knot is featured here for a slightly more formal affair. Also the addition of the pocket square in a simple square fold adds a touch of traditional elegance.

Suit: Jack Victor for Sy Devore

Shirt: Eton

Tie: Etro

Keeping within the idea of dark color suits, I give you a black and white houndstooth sport coat which I have paired with a round collar white shirt with tie bar and black knit tie for that special occasion like a wedding or an awards dinner. 

Again you can be formal and elegant and still have fun by adding a color pocket square.

Sport Coat: Canali

Shirt: Eton

Tie: Paul Smith

Pocket Square: Etro

All items available at: 

Sy Devore

12930 Ventura Blvd

Studio City CA 91604

818-783-2700