The business world has become divided into two camps.
Theres the mostly casualjeans and jacketvariety, where creativity and corporate savvy combine.
This includes thetech geniuseswho wear the same thing day after day.
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Then theres the ultra slickdouble breasted, Double Windsor, pinstripe set.
We say its boring and beat to death.
Youre a free-thinker who doesnt mind getting noticed.
Its a paradox to the eye that mixes black and white to create something wholly its own beast.
The reason for knowing this is recognizing that you shouldnt just mash your gray suit with black shoes.
Nothing makes you look more like a drone than that.
Get a Tailor
This makes a lot of guys uncomfortable, and understandably so.
The difference is palpable, and when pairing gray and brown, you need that extra edge.
Bass & Co., andGordon Rushhave impressive shoe lines that stand up to years of serious abuse.
Plus, they have distinctive styles.
Velascas Barabbais a powerful example of quality footwear.
Lovingly crafted by traditional Italian artisans, youre assured to stand out with the Barabba.
Pair it well with a gray suit thats softer in tone and prepare for the envious glances.
We also recommend toning down your other accessories.
With the right gray suit, the Barabba should be a statement of its own.
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Myrqvist Stenhammar
If youve never heard ofMyrqvist, then wed be happy to change that.
For this, we recommend theStenhammar by Myrqvist.
Its luxurious calf suede surface is the perfect alternative to the smoother finish of leather shoes.
With the shoes, aim for a noticeable look.
Choose Your Gray
Keep in mind that gray isnt gray across the board.
Generally speaking, you want to aim in the center,slate gray arenaand trend down toward charcoal.
When in doubt, err on the side of darkness.
They gray itself will do the talking, as will the tailored cut with the earthy footwear.
Dont make a run at make too many statements at once.
Think dark coffee beans, oak wood, thick molasses, or polished teak.
They arent meant to be Wolverine or Timberland work boots.
These should have real depths.
Patterns are fine, so long as youve kept your suit a flat color.
That means a collar you’ve got the option to sink your teeth into.
A tie that works with the shirt and jacket is fine, even if its a brash color.
We like a really eye-grabbing pattern on your socks, since eyes are going to be down there anyhow.
Might as well give them a show.
