Does this setup work? Friend says No - Green socks. Burgundy shoes. Navy Blue suit.

[NORE]

Originally Posted by JamesK

I just spent 30 minutes this morning trying to find out what the heck channeling and fiddleback meant for shoes...

cheers

Take that road with caution, friend. One never returns afterward.

 

[deveandepot1]

The responses in this thread have really surprised me. The socks look completely out of place.
Everything is fine/good, but the socks just don't fit.

 

[GBer]

First tell us the occasion. Is this for work?

Change tie, socks, and shoes. You didn't show us the belt.

Black shoes with dark-colored socks

 

[NOBD]

Originally Posted by upr_crust

the green socks bear no real relationship to anything else that you're wearing.

I like that.

The tie has to move about one metre back though.

 

[misterfun]

I'm not a fan of the olive green socks either --- they just don't go well with everything else you're wearing.

 

[ktrp]

I think its okay, but its not really adding a lot, and is perhaps unnecessary.

The burgundy shoes are interesting enough on their own for the bottom of your outfit, imho.

 

[Mr T]

If this is for work I might tone down the look with either brown shoes (suede would look good)/green socks or burgundy shoes/blue socks. If this is a social event then go for it minus the tie which should be cut up and buried, then forgotten.

I am curious about two things. First, why no pocket square? It seems a gentleman comfortable with burgundy shoes would not feel strange wearing a pocket square too.

Second, (and feel free to ignore this but it is a sincere question) why are you getting into your appearance AFTER your relationship soured? Why not during?

 

[MBreinin]

I like everything but the tie.

Mike

 

[Mongo]

Count me as another who'd like it at lot if you fixed the tie.

 

[WhateverYouLike]

I think navy - green - brown looks like puke

 

[forStyle]

Waist up is bright colors. Waist down is darker colors.

Too many colors.

But it looks good overall.

 

[JamesK]

Originally Posted by Mr T

If this is for work I might tone down the look with either brown shoes (suede would look good)/green socks or burgundy shoes/blue socks. If this is a social event then go for it minus the tie which should be cut up and buried, then forgotten.

I am curious about two things. First, why no pocket square? It seems a gentleman comfortable with burgundy shoes would not feel strange wearing a pocket square too.

Second, (and feel free to ignore this but it is a sincere question) why are you getting into your appearance AFTER your relationship soured? Why not during?

I do have to wear a suit and tie everyday for work - but I had to go out in the evening so I took some liberties.

Much to peoples disappointment the tie suffered a painless death.. but gone she is.


Pocket square? I just purchased a few today as the sales in Paris are on but I have no practical idea on how to use them I need to do some research.

Why no style before? I was married, in the US, big house, settled worked in the yard a lot after work, building a 1000 sq ft patio didnt need to dress up for work etc etc different lifestyle. Now being in 30s new city single it is quite intimidating.. figured appearance was a good place to start.


Sincere thanks to all on the feedback - back to work tomorrow I shall be a bit more muted.

 

[Mute]

Originally Posted by JamesK

Translating: it comes across as bourgeois or a bit arrogant? That is good to know.. tough getting caught up with this whole new aspect of clothing. I just spent 30 minutes this morning trying to find out what the heck channeling and fiddleback meant for shoes... cheers
I would say less arrogant and more like trying too hard to gain attention. You might as well wear a clown nose while you're at it.

 

[TimelesStyle]

Really like the pants/socks/shoes look. Not in love with the tie with that outfit, I'd find a tie with a color from the socks.

 

[P-K-L]

Originally Posted by Mute

I would say less arrogant and more like trying too hard to gain attention. You might as well wear a clown nose while you're at it.

I think you are overthinking the whole thing - hardly anybody will take notice whether your sleeve buttons are open or closed...