Choosing The Best Colour For Your Next Suit
The colour of your suit can make or break its versatility. Selecting the right shades ensures you’ll get the most out of your wardrobe, creating endless outfit combinations whilst looking on point for every occasion. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or looking to expand your collection, understanding suit colours is essential for building a wardrobe that’s timeless and adaptable.
At Batch LDN, our range of casual suit colours—including navy, mocha brown, stone grey, petrol, pacific blue, bottle green, dark chocolate and cream—caters to every season, skin tone, and style preference. In this guide, we’ll explore the must-have suit colours, how to style them, and tips for avoiding common mistakes.
The Essential Suit Colours for a Versatile Wardrobe
Navy Blue – The Ultimate Classic
Navy is the cornerstone of any wardrobe. Especially for men - we all feel comfortable in navy, right? Its timeless appeal works equally well in business meetings, casual events, or smart-casual occasions. Navy pairs seamlessly with white or pastel shirts and a range of tie patterns, making it a go-to option for first-time buyers.
Batch’s Pacific Blue and Rich Navy Herringbone suits offer modern, slightly vibrant takes on the classic navy, perfect for those who want to add a subtle twist to their formalwear while retaining versatility.
Charcoal Grey – The Professional Staple
Charcoal grey offers a professional yet versatile option. It complements most skin tones and pairs well with light or dark shirts, making it perfect for formal and semi-formal settings. Slightly softer than black, charcoal adds a contemporary touch to your suit collection. In our honest opinion, the grey suit has massively lost it’s touch, unless you’re planning on going on The Apprentice.
For a more relaxed option, Batch’s Stone Grey suit brings a softer, approachable tone to this classic, making it ideal for casual work days, weekend events and weddings.
Medium & Light Grey – Perfect Transitional Shades
Lighter greys, such as medium grey and stone grey, are ideal for spring, summer, and even fall. These shades bring a fresh, modern vibe to your look and can easily be dressed up with a crisp shirt or dressed down with a T-shirt for a more relaxed feel. If you want to smarten the look up, adding a white shirt, cotton or linen, works nicely.
Again, not to toot our own trumpet, Batch’s casual Stone Grey suit captures this transitional versatility, making it a perfect choice for those seeking both style and practicality throughout the year. Just ask Declan Donelley.
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Black – Timeless but Limited in Versatility
Black suits are classic but often limited to formal occasions, such as black-tie events, weddings, and funerals. Their starkness works best with white shirts and bold, deep-coloured ties but may feel too rigid for daily wear. We’re working on a casual black suit for our next AW collection.
While Batch LDN doesn’t include black in its casual suit range, yet, we recommend complementing black suits with some of our vibrant tones, like Petrol or Pacific Blue, to inject personality into a wardrobe anchored by formal staples. Our Petrol suit our best seller for a reason. Even Steven Bartlett is a fan of our casual petrol suit.
Brown & Earth Tones – A Stylish, Casual Alternative
Brown and earthy tones, such as Mocha Brown, are perfect for adding warmth to your wardrobe, especially in autumn and winter. These shades pair beautifully with textured fabrics like tweed or wool and work well in smart-casual or relaxed office settings. Brown is a colour that if you know how to pull it off, can really set you apart from the crowd.
Batch’s Mocha Brown suit brings this earthy charm to life, offering a versatile choice that pairs beautifully with cream or olive shirts and complementary leather accessories.
We also offer a dark chocolate brown herringbone suit. It’s a little more formal than our casual mocha brown suit, however, if you’re looking to stand out at formal occasions, you should definitely consider our chocolate brown two piece.
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Bold Colours – When to Experiment
For those ready to go beyond the classics, bold colours like burgundy, forest green, or deep blue can add personality to your wardrobe. Batch’s Bottle Green suit is a prime example of how bold colours can still remain elegant and wearable, especially when paired with neutral shirts and ties.
These colours are best suited for special occasions, creative industries, or those who already own classic staples like navy and grey. Style them carefully with muted accessories to let the suit shine.
We recently made and sold out of a burgundy coloured casual suit. So it goes to show, if you get it right, a bold colour can be very popular.
Building a Modular Suit Wardrobe
The Power of Interchangeable Suit Pieces
Mixing and matching suit separates allows you to create multiple outfits from just a few pieces. Pair Batch’s Navy blazer with Stone Grey trousers for a timeless combination, or experiment with unique contrasts like Mocha Brown paired with Bottle Green. Adding different textures like wool or linen creates depth while maintaining versatility.
How to Pair Shirts and Ties with Suit Colours
Each suit colour works best with specific shirt and tie combinations. For navy suits like Batch’s Pacific Blue, stick with white or pale blue shirts and bold-patterned ties. Grey suits pair well with pastels, while brown suits shine with earthy tones like olive or camel.
Bold suits like Bottle Green or Petrol benefit from neutral shirt colours, such as cream or light grey, to balance their vibrancy. Patterned ties or textured knits can add interest without overwhelming the look.
For the most part though, when it comes to styling a smart-casual suit, avoid the tie. Simple t-shirts or shirts work well.
Shoes & Accessories to Complement Suit Colours
Footwear is key to pulling off your suit. Navy suits pair well with brown or black shoes, while grey suits work best with black or oxblood. For Batch’s Mocha Brown and Bottle Green, opt for dark brown leather or suede shoes for a cohesive aesthetic. You’ll see us in all of our content wearing GH Bass Penny Loafers. It’s the ultimate smart-casual look.
Accessories like belts and watches can also elevate your outfit. Hats are also a nice touch, but over do it. You want to let your suit do the talking. Keep it chill but noticeable. You know the deal.
Common Mistakes to Avoid When Choosing a Suit Colour
Ignoring Skin Tone & Personal Style
Certain suit colours flatter specific skin tones. Navy and charcoal are universally flattering, while lighter or earthier tones like Cream or Mocha Brown may require more consideration. Choose colours that enhance your natural complexion and reflect your personal style to feel confident in your outfit. If you want to know which Batch colour we think best suits your personal skin tone, drop Julian or Sam an email.
Choosing Trendy Colours Over Timeless Shades
Trendy colours can quickly feel dated. Start with timeless staples like navy, black and brown before experimenting with bold hues like Bottle Green or Burgundy. This ensures a long-lasting, versatile wardrobe. That being said, why not have both! A lot of our customers have 2-3 Batch suits so they have something staple, but also an outfit that can stand out.
Overlooking the Occasion & Dress Code
Dark shades like navy and charcoal are best for formal events, while lighter tones and bold colours are more appropriate for casual or semi-formal settings. For instance, Batch’s Cream suit is perfect for summer weddings or garden parties, while Mocha Brown shines in smart-casual autumn settings.
How to choose the right colour suit for you
Selecting the right suit colours is all about balance. Start with timeless classics like navy and charcoal to build a versatile foundation, then expand with lighter tones or bold colours for variety. Batch LDN’s casual suit colours, including navy, mocha brown, stone grey, petrol, pacific blue, bottle green, and cream, ensure you’ll find a suit for every season and occasion.
Invest in mix-and-match pieces to maximize versatility and create endless combinations. Explore Batch LDN’s collection today for suits that combine timeless colours with modern style and practicality.
