Most Versatile Suitsupply Jacket...Blue??? Need to get away from Jos.A.Bank

[NOLAstyle]

Hi All,

I am looking for some suggestions. I work for a bank where luckily suit jackets and at time ties are optional. Therefore I am looking for suit separates (possibly single jacket with multiple pants; say 3-5 different colors/styles). However, I am curious to see what your thoughts are in the event I need to grab a jacket (that I can keep hung up in my office for emergency) that will dress things up a bit whether I have an important meeting or a fancier client cocktail after work. I've long been watching what others have said on this forum about Suit Supply and personally like a lot of what they offer.

That said, I'm guessing (for the sole purpose of true comfort of working hours in access of 10-12 hrs from time to time) that I could wear light grey, grey, light brown, brown and of course blue pants with a blue or navy jacket (e.g. havanna jacket)...right??? In addition, some brown leather monks/loafers/oxfords would be appropriate or even some brown suede oxfords (all of which can fit most occassions other than formal events). Thoughts??? Ties I can play around with through the mix and match process. Fortunately, I have the option of a more casual look (different from what I'm used too, but looking forward to more comfort), but need to be have the ability to dress up or down easily while maintaining overall comfortability. Dress shirts I am still pondering too. All-in-all, I want to stay as far from Jos.a.Bank as possible, which appears to be the first choice amongst local bankers.

Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated!!! Thank-you so kindly in advance.

 

[Mr Engineer]

you can't go wrong with a Navy blue notch lapel jacket.Grey would be the 2nd option.

Suit Supply sports coat tend to be very trendy,large lapels,etc. I would look into Brooks brothers for a more traditional look.

 

[NOLAstyle]

Going for a similar look to this...I would assume you could substitute different color pants into this.

 

[NOLAstyle]

What are ya'll thoughts on my original post?

 

[NOLAstyle]

I wonder if this setup would be appropriate...

 

[brokencycle]

First, you don't want suit separates. Suit jackets are meant to be worn with suit pants.

You should get a navy blazer or similar solid blue sport coat. That is the most versatile jacket for leaving in your office in an emergency.

 

[NOLAstyle]

Thanks for the tip. I found a navy "blazer" and paired it with a few different pants; light brown, grey, and light grey. That said, the jacket can be left in my car in case of emergency, which will allow me to mix and match those pants with various ties and shoe/belt combos. This is the jacket I was able to track down...looks more versatile.

 

[NOLAstyle]

So, I haven't had a chance to purchase anything for my new job because I wanted to check the company's attire policy and here is what it reads:

Traditional Business: Business suits, dress pants/slacks/shirts for the workplace, with dress shoes.

Pretty vague...what I think I'm gonna lean on is three pairs of pants (grey and brown) a few blue and white dress shirts (non-cufflink) and a few ties. I'll probably keep a navy blue blazer in case of a dressier meeting. Brown dress loafers and a brown belt.

Thoughts on this game plan?

 

[smoothmoose]

Honestly, the safe bet is getting a full suit attire. But you'll have to gauge when you actually start work? What did you notice when you went in for your interviews? If everybody is wearing a full suit with matching jacket and pants, then a blazer and separate colour pants may stick out too much, even if they are well paired.

It sounds like you might need to invest in multiple suits if they are a suit wearing culture.

 

[Caustic Man]

Whole lot of fail going on in here.

 

[NOLAstyle]

I've been on the job for 2 months. I haven't seen anyone where a suit jacket with their attire. Mainly shirt and tie setup...if the boss isn't around the tie goes off. Ha. Caustic Man, I'm not sure what you mean... Ultimately, I want to be comfortable but not get too casual.

 

[Caustic Man]

The only good idea I've seen is brockencycle telling you that suit separates are meant to be suits, not blazers or sport coats.

 

[NOLAstyle]

I see...thanks for replying. So, it seems like if any of you would be in my shoes you would rather get a few different suits (for example navy, gray and a pinstripe) rather than a few different pants and a navy blazer and/or sport coat.

 

[Caustic Man]

No, a navy blazer or a sport coat with several pairs of trousers is fine (assuming your employer is ok with it). Suit separates should stay suits. That's all that means.

 

[NOLAstyle]

Copy that. Just would hate to buy a variety of suits and RARELY wear the jacket (even though I would really like too), because of the southern heat and co-workers doing the same versus buying a few different pants and a jacket to wear in the event I need too.