[Zepulchure]

Would a deep purple dress shirt, with a flannel
(or other wool mix) Bordeaux 3-piece suit,
and black accessories be a mistake?

Thinking boots of some sort (fall/winter time)

 

[smmrfld]

That sounds like a truly dreadful outfit. Stick to the basics…blue or grey suit, light shirt. If you want to honor the Bordeaux theme, go with a tie in that color.

 

[Andy]

Zepulchure:

Have you reviewed these two detailed article on the site?

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[Bump]

You need to wear a white shirt and a black (which will not be popular here) orblue tie.

I suggest this:

Neckties - Italian Grenadine - Page 1 - Chipp Neckwear

www.chippneckwear.com

Wearing boots with a suit to a formal occasion is theoretically possible but practically difficult.

 

[Zepulchure]

The suit itself wil be Bordeaux/burgundy, as this is the chosen theme of the event.

Original idea was just with black shirt, tie, boots.

When I say boots, obviously I mean good looking stylish boots, that can be used outside in the cold