In this case, going green ain’t got nothing to do with Teslas, solar power, or drinking those little green vege shots that taste like cardboard. I’m talking about style baby! And those that know style would agree that if you want to look fresher than lettuce in a zip lock bag, then going green is the way to go. The masses might lead you to believe that green outfits are only reserved for flexing on St. Patrick’s Day, and gender neutral baby showers, but why limit ourselves? You can wear green from the parade to the palace; from the baby shower, to dinner with bae and all events in between. Green represents growth, luxury and abundance. Not the kind of luxury that Money Mike in “Friday After Next” was reppin’, but that Idris Elba, bag of money type of luxury. So please believe that when you rock it the right way, you’ll shut the whole city down.
Shades of Green
I know it’s hard to believe, but there are way more shades of green, than the color of money. Here are some you need to know.
Hunter Green--This darker shade of green usually comes into play as the fall season sets in. It's usually a great compliment to other fall colors like burgundy, orange and yellow.
Mint Green-- A summer time favorite, mint green gives cool vibes to endure the heat.
Camo--Technically not a singular color, but a collaboration of shades of greens, browns and grays in some cases. This color is versatile for any season. Unless you’re on active duty in the military, i wouldn't suggest draping yourself form head to to in it. But then again, as my friend Chris once said.. “What goes with camo? More camo.”
How to Pair It
Coordinating your look with green is both art and science. It’s the art of taking a risk on an under appreciated color, but the science of balance while wearing it. So how do you approach the challenge of pairing green tastefully? One easy way is to think of green as an Earth tone. Once you envision that, you’ll start to imagine all of the other colors that represent the Earth. For starters, brown or tan, try wearing either color on the bottom with a green article of clothing on top, if you want to go for the whole tree trunk to leaves vibe. Grab a brown or white pair of sneaks and you’re good to go. Keeping with the theme of brown as a complementary color, you could also pair a hunter green suit, with a white shirt and a brown tie. Another great set of earth tones are in the red family, so your auburn/oranges, burgundys, yellows will all work well with green. When paired with these colors, the green becomes the complement since the other colors would appear to be brighter. With lighter greens such as mint, which are more-so worn during the warm weather season, pair it with white cotton pants or jeans to keep the vibe of your look, light.
When is it too much?
We know the old adage that “too much of one thing is never good.” The same rule applies here. Unless you want to look like Oscar the Grouch vomited all over The Grinch, be strategic about the way that you wear the color. Resist the urge to wear one shade from head to toe. Treat it as you would any other color. Break up the color with a neutral color shoe, or wear it on either the top or your bottom. If it’s a green suit, try a different color shirt. The point is to keep the balance in your outfit. If you can’t tell where your torso ends and your legs start, if you look like asparagus, or if you look like a can of Ginger Ale, then you doing too much with the same shade of green. Switch it up fam.
Accessorize
If you’re new to the green game, accessories might be a good introductory point. Grab a green scarf as you head out the door to add a different spin to your outdoor look. Green cuff links or tie clips can make for a great conversation starter. For the men who love to wear wristwatches, experiment with a watch that has a green dial (face). That’ll be a way to remind yourself that time is money! in the look below, a classy green and gold paisley bow tie take this blue suite to a whole other level. When paired with the gold pocket square, it's pure art in human form!
The bottom line is that green may not be for everyone. For some it may be too dull, and for others too risky. Just don’t rule it out before giving it a try. Like any other style venture, make sure your fit is right, the quality of the fabric is on point and that you wear it tastefully. If you apply these principles, not only will you kill the scene with green, but you’ll set yourself up for the win, every time you get dressed.
Stay Suitabull guys.
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