What Color Slacks Can You Wear With a Navy Blazer?

A navy blazer is a useful garment to have in your closet. It can cross over from work to casual attire. Its dark hue enables you to wear it with a variety of colors.

Neutrals

A navy blazer worn with neutral-colored slacks is a tried and tested combination. Neutral colors highlight the garment they are matched with. Grey, khaki, tan and white slacks are sure to work well with a navy blazer.

Monochromatics

Consider wearing a complete outfit in one color. Match your navy blazer with slacks in a similar hue. You can choose other shades like midnight blue if you wish to go darker on your bottom half or a pale blue for a lighter feel.

Prints

Pinstripe pants with brown shoes.

Matching solid colors with printed material is another tested combination. If you are feeling adventurous, go for slacks with pinstripes. A bold choice would be plaid slacks. For this look, take care to choose prints with colors that go with navy. For instance, plaid slacks in olive green or grey as opposed to a bright red will work better.

Textures

Keep your navy blazer fresh and current by experimenting with textures. A pair of corduroy pants in a neutral color is one example. If you tend to go for the monochromatic look, pants in a textured fabric can keep your outfit from being too severe.

Suggestions

Navy blazer worn with denim.

The navy blazer has potential beyond slacks. It goes very well with denim. Depending on the occasion, a good-fitting pair of shorts can also work. And, the navy blazer will carry your wardrobe through both cool and warm weather.

References

• More Alive With Color; Leatrice Eismen, 2007
• Esquire The Handbook of Style: A Man's Guide to Looking Good; Esquire Magazine, 2009