Men who usually select bright hues or colors on suits should not do that because there are disadvantages of doing so in the long run. Bright hues are awful on suits because in terms of workplace ethics, they are seen as unprofessional and attention grabbing.
This short blog post will list and explain only 3 key reasons why men must not select bright hues or colors on the suits. This article will also dive into professional reasons why bright suits are bad and solid suits are great for professional first impressions.
Bright hues on suits grab too much attention hence a formal navy solid blue enables men to look professional
One reason why men should not wear bright hues on suits, is because this is just an attention grabbing trick and grabbing attention is not good for business. Men who are working in formal environments such as those working as Lwayers, Marketing Managers, Event Coordinators and for the government like Police Officers cannot just wear a bright suit on a normal working day.
Grabbing attention can be bad for your life because when you draw attention to yourself by wearing ridiculous bright colors, you are on target of being killed or mistaken for someone. Thus, the less is more rule should apply here.
Therefore, a suit needs to be solid in plain hues such as blue, grey and black and not the bright neons and hues like orange as if you are a Circus Performer or the Joker. A professional man knows that wearing the right formal suit shows unity and improves confidence. For the basis of professionalism, avoid bright hues and stick to work appropriate colors.
Do check my old blog post below that talked of the 4 suits mistakes men are making and wearing bright patterns on neckties or hues was one of them. Read more below:
Bright hues will not allow men to be seen as an Authority Figures due to the color that seems fashion forward or playful for a grown man
Also, this is another key reason why men must avoid bright hues and that is, they reject men in being seen as Authority Figures which can affect their mentality and the positions they hold dear. Colors are a powerful communication tool that command action and influences mood hence men need to be aware of the colors they wear and how it will influence other people and their mood towards you.
An orange suit for example, will make some people to laugh at you not because you are badly dressed but becuase of the color of your suit. Orange can paint images of joy and laughter to a man’s brain hence to exercise caution, go for solid blacks and blues on suits because the men in Authority Figures such as CEOs, they wear professional colors like black or blue.
There is no doubt that suits are the enduring symbol of style, confidence and authority but the right suit color should blend elegance with professionalism and not playfulness.
https://www.verywellmind.com/color-psychology-2795824
Bright colors are not needed since they don’t nail first impressions durinhg intense job interview
Lastly, men need to know that the wrong suit can destroy your opportunity to get that dream job you have been dreaming of and praying for. A bright hue is terrible but a solid hue like grey or navy blue is awesome to wear. A suit by the way is a jacke and trouser made from the same fabric. Thus, hacve solid suits GENTLEMEN!
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