How to Wear a Men's Turtleneck in Smart-Business Style?

The retro style in men's fashion is making a comeback, and with it are men's turtlenecks. However, not every turtleneck in every combination is suitable for formal business styling. How to avoid a stylish faux pas with a turtleneck?

The Road to Success - the Right Colour

The market offers many colour options for men's turtlenecks - from mustard-yellow to emerald-green. Remember, however, that in formal situations, it is safest to opt for neutral colours - black, fumo, dark ash, deep navy, or very dark bitter chocolate. Avoid a white turtleneck, which with too thin fabric can resemble underwear.

Adjust the Fabric Thickness

A turtleneck in smart-business style will always look best paired with a blazer. How to match it properly? First of all, avoid thin, summer fabrics. The turtleneck will perfectly match a heavier blazer made of tweed, velvet, or wool. If you are aiming for a business look, opt for a thin, black turtleneck combined with a woolen, ash melange blazer - this classic combination never fails.

What Down?

For less formal occasions, opt for dark navy or black jeans of a regular fit. Avoid too tight pants, which can disrupt proportions. It's an interesting idea to combine a turtleneck with a suit. Remember, however, about the rule of matching fabric thickness.

A Hint of Nonchalance

This fall, dare to choose retro style. Wear a double-breasted, tweed blazer with a well-fitted turtleneck. Complying with the seasonal stylistics, you can apply the technique of layering clothes. You can also treat the turtleneck as an underwear element and put it under a classic white shirt, thus renouncing the tie. In such a case, opt for a cotton turtleneck that fits snugly to the body, and necessarily wear a blazer over the shirt. This styling will work great for men who want to hide their too slim figure and optically add some bulk to their chest.