5 suits every professional man needs in his closet

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charles tyrwhitt Alright, you've already got all the shirts and ties every man should own. Now, it's time get the right suits.

When it comes to dressing professionally, it's pretty easy to spend a fortune on clothes if you don't know where to shop and what to look for. While an abundance of shirts and ties can greatly increase your outfit options, the suit itself holds great importance. That's why picking the right ones is crucial.

Whether you're shopping for your first suit, or your closet is full of them, there's a few things to consider before purchasing one. First and foremost, you want to be able to wear your suit more than once. It's fine to have a certain shirt or tie that's so unique, it rarely get's worn, but a suit should provide versatility.

Secondly, a suit should be fitting for the weather. Yes, a classic wool suit will always look sharp, but it definitely won't feel comfortable when it's 100 degrees outside.

Lastly, your suit selection should be well-rounded so that you can dress for any occasion. A suit for the office might not cut it for a fancy dinner party.

Before you go out and buy one sight unseen, make sure you have the essentials. Check out our picks for the five suits every man should own below.

The navy suit

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A navy suit is one of the most important colors to own when building a wardrobe of formal clothes. It's appropriate for almost any event, and you'll be able to pair it with many shirt and tie combinations.

The dark grey suit

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Dark grey is the second most important color to own, especially if you're limited to only a few suits. As with navy suits, you'll be able to wear it a lot with the right shirt and tie combination.

The patterned suit

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Now that you own suits in standard colors, it's time to get something with a bit more character. A patterned suit like plaid or striped is a great third option because it'll stand out a little more than a solid color suit.

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