Belts, Ties, Socks & Sunglasses: How to Pair with Your Shirt or Suit

Accessories are where you show personality. Here’s how to make them work with Deo Veritas custom garments:

• Belts

  • Match belt leather with shoes (black with black, brown with brown).

  • For business: smooth leather.

  • For casual: textured leather or woven.

• Ties

  • With Spread/Point collars: wider tie knots (Half Windsor, Windsor).

  • With Button-Down collars: slimmer tie knots or skip the tie.

  • Patterns: Pair solids with patterned shirts, or patterned ties with solid shirts (never both).

• Socks

  • Business: Match trousers for a lengthening look.

  • Casual: Contrast colors/patterns allowed.

  • Pro tip: Avoid white athletic socks with suits — ever.

• Sunglasses

  • Aviators: casual and classic.

  • Wayfarers: versatile and stylish.

  • Round frames: fashion-forward, pair well with slim tailoring.

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