Jackets have become commonplace in holiday styles in recent years, but depending on the items you choose to wear with them, they can end up looking like business attire. In this issue, we introduce tips on how to wear jackets in an off-duty style without making it look like business attire!
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The key to wearing a jacket in an off-duty style is to have a sense of balance in your outfits!
It is no exaggeration to say that tailored jackets are the most classic and dressy men’s fashion item. However, with the recent trend toward casual work attire, it is sometimes difficult to distinguish between on and off-duty wear by simply putting on a jacket. Therefore, if you are going to wear it in your off-duty style, you want to do so in such a way that no one will think, “Oh, you’re going to work on your day off? It is therefore important to avoid the impression that the wearer is on or off duty. The key to this is a sense of balance in the “outfits”. It is best for an adult’s holiday style to create a playful look that does not look like business attire, while at the same time not being too casual. Why not use the techniques introduced hereafter to create your own holiday coordinate using jackets?
(1) If you wear slacks with a jacket, match the colors to create a sense of fun!
Slacks are the standard bottoms to match with tailored jackets. It is attractive to match both the top and bottom in a dressy outfit to create a smart impression. However, combining similar colors can give off a formal impression, which can backfire on holiday occasions. To create a slightly playful impression, it is best to enjoy a color combination with a strong and crisp look. Mr. Daniele, a regular at Pitti Uomo, downplays the look with a navy blue jacket and pale green slacks. By using color combinations such as these, the formal impression is reduced and a friendly styling is completed.
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