HOW CAN YOU DRESS FOR SUCCESS? 1. Which colours suit me?

Your time is precious – if you’re going to invest time in something, you want to come out with a winning result. So, if you’re thinking about visiting a tailor for the first time, it’s great to know ahead of time what to expect.

So here’s what to ask your tailor – so you walk away with the suit that you really want.

Because it’s not just about finding a colour you like. You may love magnolia and it may look great on your walls, but it might not be such a good match for your skin tone.

Plus, it isn’t just a matter of being dark skinned or light skinned or somewhere in between. Everyone has an undertone to their skin, too.

Generally, those with a light complexion should avoid grey suits as they can be draining. Those with olive toned or darker skin have a little more flexibility when it comes to suitable hues. However, it’s always advised to avoid tone-on-tone looks. Just like pastel shades wash out paler skin, brown won’t provide enough contrast for medium skin tones.

Your tailor will offer a professional colour consultation to guide you when selecting the final fabric.

2. And what about pattern?

A good tailor will only suggest patterns to complement or enhance your size and shape.

Shorter guys can look to pinstripes, which help to elongate the frame. If you’re larger or oval shaped,