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Winter outfit colors for men: smart casual style

In winter the coat is the star: deep colors, warm neutrals and soft textures like wool. Smart casual mixes comfy pieces with a polished touch: jeans or chinos with a shirt, and one well-chosen accent color.

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The palette

Five colors that go together in any order. Tap one to copy its code.

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Each look uses two neutrals and one accent color at most.

Ecru sweater with mid gray trousers

Coat · navySweater · ecruTrousers · mid grayBoots · navyWatch · mid gray

Camel shirt with denim jeans

Jacket · mid grayShirt · camelJeans · denimLoafers · mid grayScarf · navy

Mid gray t-shirt with navy trousers

Coat · ecruT-shirt · mid grayTrousers · navySneakers · navyWatch · mid gray

Ecru sweater with denim jeans

Jacket · camelSweater · ecruJeans · denimBoots · mid grayScarf · mid gray

Navy shirt with mid gray trousers

Coat · mid grayShirt · navyTrousers · mid grayLoafers · navyWatch · forest green

Forest green t-shirt with navy jeans

Jacket · navyT-shirt · forest greenJeans · navySneakers · ecruScarf · mid gray

Mid gray sweater with mid gray trousers

Coat · navySweater · mid grayTrousers · mid grayBoots · navyWatch · ecru

Ecru shirt with navy jeans

Jacket · mid grayShirt · ecruJeans · navyLoafers · ecruScarf · camel

Key fabrics and pieces

  • Wool: for coats and trousers.
  • Cashmere: for sweaters and scarves.
  • Leather: for boots and belts.

What to avoid

  • Gym wear.
  • Worn-out or faded pieces.
  • Too many accent colors.

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Frequently asked questions

What colors should I wear in winter for a smart casual look?

The base is Ecru, Mid gray and Navy; for an accent, Camel or Forest green. Pair two neutrals with a single accent per outfit.

What goes with Camel?

Camel looks best with Ecru and Navy. Wear it in a single piece, for example the shirt, and keep the rest neutral.

Which fabrics work in winter?

Wool, for coats and trousers; Cashmere, for sweaters and scarves; Leather, for boots and belts.