This Season’s Color Updates: After 5 Finds

Deep, jeweled tones of every shade are masculine and stylish this season, and Vince’s use of deep plum certainly proves it. An ideal alternative to navy or dark grey, it still goes with all the night-out staples - dark jeans, charcoal wool pants, and tan twills. And the textured waffle and ribbed striping details make it so much more than just a simple crewneck sweater. Wear it over a basic t-shirt or a dark patterned button up shirt. The fit is typical Vince – contemporary, but not too fitted. Size up if you prefer a relaxed fit.

From Todd Snyder White Label, the stylish designer’s line made for Nordstrom, this rich brown check sport coat is a great alternative to your navy and grey jackets for an evening event or night out. Pair it with a deep indigo blue shirt and dark charcoal wool pants for a dressy look; replace the wool pants with a dark jeans and a lighter wash chambray shirt to make it more casual. The all wool sport coat has a classic soft shoulder but with a modern, narrower lapel that works perfectly with the sleek, contemporary fit.

We are pretty obsessed with this John Varvatos Star USA shirt. The oxblood burgundy is the perfect blend of deep red and hint of purple for a plaid shirt that needs nothing but your best pair of dark jeans to make for a dapper night out look. While it doesn’t NEED anything, the color is just strong enough to pop under a cotton zip front cardigan should you WANT something else to add to your outfit for the evening. The fit is contemporary, ensuring this shirt has a more polished vibe that’s not overly casual.

This is the season to step out of your comfort zone of grey, blue, black and tan and add a touch of color to your pants selection. With Bonobos, it’s a safe place to do it – you can’t beat the price for the quality. This dark red (called Madeiras through the ‘shop it’ button) is made of a washed cotton twill fabric that takes the color really well, so it’s not at all loud and read’s like a new version of a neutral. Just add a sweater, or t-shirt in any neutral for a stylishly casual look, and stick with your neutral shoes in black, charcoal suede, or rugged brown. Bonobos always nails the fit, available in 3 options: Tailored (the trimmest, contemporary fit), Straight (a modern “everyman” fit that is still updated and current), and Slim (which is in between the two). Besides choosing your waist size, you can also choose an inseam length that is right for you.

Just because it’s cold out, you don’t need to be confined to dark colors this season. Beige is a beautiful alternative that looks great with a navy turtleneck sweater. Zanella’s luxurious Italian wool and overall quality simply can’t be beat. The modern fit is timeless and easy, so the added details like lining to the knee, will benefit you for years to come.

Fall is black tie season with charity events and formal weddings. Gents, black tie does not mean you must wear a “black tie” with your tuxedo. Accessorizing your tux with color is always fun, so give this dark purple silk bow tie from David Donahue a go. The narrower shape has an updated feel, as does the color, of course. And it’s a self tie so you can feel like a grown-up and tie it yourself.