7 suit accessories to instantly change your look

In association with Hemingway Tailors

A wonderfully tailored bespoke or made-to-measure suit should be a staple item in every man’s wardrobe. However multiple wears can sometimes make the look predictable to others and repetitive to you. But there’s no reason a tailored suit should become boring, here are 7 simple ways you can transform your look in an instant.

Slim Tie

If you’re a regular wearer of traditional wider ties, then why not change things up and add a slim tie to your look. A slim tie can make for a great alternative, especially if you’re wanting to add an ever so subtle informal touch to your look.

We should note that the rest of your outfit could well dictate how well a slim tie will look, with factors such as the size of your lapels and collars needing to be considered. In most circumstances we’d suggest wearing a slim tie with medium to small lapels/collars, anything larger will make your tie look even smaller and your outfit looking somewhat disjointed.

Statement brogues

Many shoes which are designed to be worn with suits are often fairly muted, so wearing a pair of brogues with added detail will certainly bring your outfit to life. Find a pair with coloured uppers, coloured soles and elaborate brogueing to transform your look from the ground up.

Sunglasses

While a slim tie offers a subtle informal touch, the addition of sunglasses will really transform your tailored suit and set you up for any smart yet informal function. Sunglasses, if worn correctly, can exude cool, however there’s a very fine line between looking cool and corny. Wearing them alongside a perfectly fitted tailored suit will certainly help to steer your look in the right direction.

To avoid falling short there are 2 simple must follow rules – 1, wear them when the sun is actually out, not when it’s cloudy and raining, and 2, please don’t wear them indoors!

Statement hat

Hats have really fallen away in recent times and it’s very rare we see them being worn these days. With the exception of certain events such as the races, formal headwear isn’t even considered by many. Therefore adding a hat in the form of a trilby, fedora or panama will certainly help to spruce up your look.

Waistcoat

While suggestions such as the slim tie and sunglasses steered towards more informal looks, here’s one that’s ideal for men who enjoy a formal touch. Taking a 2-piece suit and adding a waistcoat to it can instantly add character to your look. The addition of the waistcoat is ideal for formal events and you even have the choice of wearing it without your jacket.

Pairing up a waistcoat with a 2-piece suit should be done with care though, you want to ensure that it all comes together to appear as a complete look and not mismatched. We’d recommend going for something minimal in design and complimentary in colour to your suit, e.g. a charcoal waistcoat with a black suit or a mid blue waistcoat with a navy suit.

Pocket Square

While the pocket square has fallen out of favour in recent years, it’s certainly an accessory which is worth keeping in mind. Adding a pocket square to your jacket will bring a new dimension to your look. Aim for it to compliment your tie but not match it exactly. Matching tie and pocket squares are a bit of a fashion faux pas in our eyes and often scream low quality pieces which are sold together on the high street.

Statement shirt

You’ll either love or despise the idea of a statement shirt , but give us a moment to explain. Teaming your tailored suit up with a shirt featuring a bold design could be just what you need to draw attention to not only the shirt but also your suit.

If a bold pattern is too much for you then you can opt for a plain shirt in a daring colour, it’ll have a similar effect however makes for a much safer option if you’re a little more reserved with your fashion.

All the accessories we’ve mentioned will help to transform you look, however if you want to look you very best you’ll still need to pay attention to the style of the accessory to ensure it sits seamlessly alongside your tailored suit.