[Ceriano]

All what Do you think about this blazer? It’s more red than burgundy

 

[Ceriano]

First off, you could have started a new thread instead of resurrecting one that is over 5 years old.

However, it's a nice jacket (technically a sport coat and not a blazer). It looks like the shoulders are a petty good fit. Now just get it finished and enjoy.

Would you wear something like this to a casual business setting or on a date? I was thinking to match it with VT tie or an orange pocket square. But the red in the jacket appears to be lighter than maroon.

 

[Ceriano]

Looks nice but coloring of clothes and complexions is sometimes misleading online. If you look good in it, then thumbs up.

These may be better pictures but I'd say it's merlot and dark charcoal.

https://www.saksfifthavenue.com/isa...&LSoid=684233&LSlinkid=15&LScreativeid=514402

 

[Ceriano]

No. Too much pattern and I don't like matching colors. I'm not a fan of that tie. I'm certainly not a fan of that tie as paired with that jacket.

If you're going to wear a tie, I'd recommend a solid color, perhaps navy. Perhaps a knit weave to keep it casual. Or perhaps no tie at all. Some may say that's heresy but with a sport coat, I find it acceptable.

As for a pocket square. Again, keep it simple; white with a TV fold.

I love Isaia but they tend to employ big, bold patterns and colors. You don't want anything else you're wearing to have to compete with it. It's a fine line between stylish and clownish. Learn that line.

I will more than likely skip the tie. I'm thinking light blue shirt and beige/white pants would be a good combination.
Personally I like the color and pattern, as long as it doesn't look "clownish" I'd keep it. I'm a huge fan of Isaia too but I'm not sure how other people think about their "bold" patterns.

 

[Ceriano]

If doesn't look clownish by itself. And Isaia is a very well regarded and well made brand. As for the bold colors and patterns, that too is fine as long as you understand that and tone the rest of it down.

She's a keeper now I need to find a competent tailor to finish the sleeves.

 

[Ceriano]

I agree with you; however, you have basically allowed the jacket to carry most of the load with that outfit.

Also, you have years of great experience knowing what looks good, what clashes and what doesn't clash. Few people have an eye as trustworthy as yours. The advice is for someone who is learning.

I know you could find a patterened tie that would work with that outfit. Average guys could easily go wrong and end up with a gaudy clown suit.

Being colorblind this has always been a challenge for me. I appreciate everyone's help and input. I've learned a lot from this forum over the last 8 years. My very first suit was a Hugo Boss. I've come a long way since then!

 

[Ceriano]

I don't really know what other people think about bold patterns, either. But then I don't dress to impress the unknowable majority.

I really like this combination! Would you pair this with lighter color pants? Maybe white or light grey?

 

[Ceriano]

I generally pair this with medium to light grey flannel. I don't really do white pants, so can't comment there.

Patterned tie, you say?

What color vest are you wearing? I really like this combination. My problem is even when I know the color I still end up ordering wrong items. Unfortunately online websites don't do a good job describing the colors. These are two beige/off white pants I just received from Yoox. One is apparently light green and the other one is apricot. My girlfriend finds it hilarious but I just don't see those colors! Both were described as sand.

 

[Ceriano]

Just remind her that red green colorblindness is X-linked so it really is the woman's fault. I don't like those pants with that jacket at all. And the dark shirt is not good either. That isn't to say you can't wear a lighter trouser with a darker jacket. Just not that combination. Sincerely, color blindness and on-line shopping probably is not a good mix. To me that jacket is not a good fit with pastel colored trousers. Maybe a mid charcoal grey would work well - something with moderate contrast.

This is the look I had in mind.

 

[Ceriano]

No, you don't want that look. You really, really don't, even if you're bowl legged like that guy. And you don't want to be photographed holding a mimosa either.

The webmaster at Isaia got confused and stuck up a Sears photo. You don't need that. The problem with those super narrow pants in the pic is that, unless they're wool, they look like jeans and while jeans with a jacket often plays well, it's gotta be no tie and open jacket. No pool side with tie, ever. The jackets you've shown so far have all been very decent, tho in low light, so tell me they aren't all shiney like pool guy's, who I believe has applied butcher's wax to his jacket and face for that Sean Penn Falcon and the Snowman look.

You relieved yourself of a bundle on these Isaias, consider going cheap on the pants because you might be surprised at how well the L. L. Bean heritage stuff, the Lands' End Canvas line, Crew, BR, Macy's, Kohls and, yes, even certain Dockers, are built nowadays.

(Liked the green pants with the burgundy jacket. Add a white shirt and you've got a full Spumoni.)

Maybe not the same exact look but I do like the contrast between darker jackets and beige/cream pants.
I'm a huge fan of PT01 pants. I think sub $150 their wool pants are great value. Their chinos can be had for much less. These are the two I'm thinking to order next: both are wool and in $120-$130 price range.

 

[Ceriano]

In my opinion, the jacket in question strikes me as more appropriate for the Fall. I wouldn't wear it with ivory or white.

Grey/charcoal it is then! Thank you!!!