Style rule · shoes
Do brown shoes go with a navy suit?
YesYes, it's one of the most classic pairings in menswear: warm brown leather against cool navy.
The reason
Why
Navy and brown differ in both temperature and depth, so each makes the other look richer.
How to get it right
Dark brown is the smartest brown; tan and light brown are more casual and suit summer.
Exceptions
When the rule bends
- At black-tie or very formal evening events, black shoes are expected.
Outfits
Outfits with navy suit and brown derby shoes
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Questions
Quick answers
Do brown shoes go with a navy suit?
Yes. Yes, it's one of the most classic pairings in menswear: warm brown leather against cool navy. Navy and brown differ in both temperature and depth, so each makes the other look richer.
How do you get it right?
Dark brown is the smartest brown; tan and light brown are more casual and suit summer.
Are there exceptions?
At black-tie or very formal evening events, black shoes are expected.
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