This article was co-authored by Stephanie Fajardo. Stephanie Fajardo is a Personal Stylist based in Portland, Oregon. Stephanie has over 17 years of styling experience in personal consulting, television, photography, and film shoots. Her work has been featured in Esquire Magazine and Portland Fashion Week.
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James Bond wouldn’t quite be the same if he were running around chasing enemy agents in a pair of khakis and a polo, would he? Part of his iconic look is his well-tailored suit. A sharp, well-fitting suit will never go out of style. But, with such a wide variety of styles and options, you may be wondering exactly how to best go about choosing a suit. Not to worry. There are a few basic principles you can use to help make it an easy task, and we’ve put together a handy list to help you out.
Steps
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Choose shoes that match your suit. Brown shoes match best with navy and gray suits. Avoid square-toed shoes. Choose loafers or lace-ups instead.[12] X Research source Go to source
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Ask for assistance at a suit store. They’ll be able to help you find a suit that fits or make alterations.
Warnings
- If you order a suit online, you may not be able to return it if it doesn’t fit. Check out the company’s return policy before you buy from them.
References
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