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The SUITable Man

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An average Nigerian man pays little or no attention to how he dresses or what he wears. But as the saying goes, as you're dressed so you will be addressed....or thereabouts. Suits have been in vogue sine the advent of time, if I must say. So, it's not a new thing. There are MeN and there are MEN. The ones who stand out and the ones who don't. I am not saying suits make you stand out. I am saying being and staying classy, as a man, makes you stand out. Here is a guide to suits and how to wear them;

  • The first thing you should note is, wear what is suitable for you. Don't discomfort yourself just because you want to wear something that will make you look classy. No! Wear what makes you feel comfortable and probably what you can afford.
  • Secondly, when wearing suits you should buy what matches your skin colour. Don't wear dull colours if you are really dark in complexion and don't wear bright colours if God has naturally made you bright. Wear what compliments your skin colour and tone.
  • Keep it simple! Don't abuse the fact that you can wear a variety of ties, pocket squares and all with your suit. Don't overdress. A simple bow tie or tie or even a pocket square is enough to keep you going. Don't try to impress anybody. Don't!
And finally, wear a nice pair of shoes. Please, please and please! Men, be colour conscious. Don't wear a yellow shoe because your pocket square is yellow. Brown, grey or black shoe is all you need. Coloured shoes are not the best.



Get out there and be the best you can be. Be a SUITable Gentleman! 

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