What Color Shoes and Socks Go With an Olive Suit?

An olive suit pairs with other earth-tone colors.

Olive may have been THE color of the 50s and 60s, but it’s still fashionable, particularly for suits. Your shoes and socks will make as much of an impression as your suit so pairing these accessories correctly is ever-important. Earth-tone suits like olive go well with other earth-tone colors, which makes suiting up pretty easy. Stick to one of these color combos when choosing your footwear. Does this Spark an idea?

Burgundy/Deep Plum

Sock color should match your shoes or be an extension of your pants.

Olive is an interesting shade of green and can be adapted to a range of looks. When creating a complementary color scheme for a suit, mix an olive hue with a darker, more subdued color like burgundy or a rich plum. The rules of socks are simple. They can match your shoes or be an extension of your pants. In this case, pair the shoes with olive socks.

Brown

Various shades of brown complement olive.

Olive is easiest to wear with neutrals, so if you want to play it safe, pick a brown that is darker than the suit color, like chocolate or chestnut. Veer away from the lighter tans. Brown is a strong hue that’s so versatile you probably already have a pair of brown shoes. Pair the shoes with olive or khaki socks.

Black

Socks are a key accessory to consider.

When it comes to color-coordinating clothes, men just like to play it safe sometimes with black. It’s easy, simple and it doesn’t require too much thought. One general rule is the nicer the pants, the more conservative the shoe. For this pairing, choose olive or black socks.

Navy

Navy is another option to look well put together. Most men limit themselves to no more than three colors in their primary outfit with navy often being one, which pairs well with olive. Choose olive or navy socks.

References

• The Best Shoe Color To Wear With Your Suit