For men · classic
Powder Blue Shirt, Charcoal Trousers
A softer alternative to white, with the same everyday versatility.
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Powder Blue
Charcoal
The pieces
- Cotton shirtPowder Blue
#C9D9EC· 40% of the look - Tailored trousersCharcoal
#3B3F45· 45% of the look - Black loafersBlack
#141414· 15% of the look
Rules at work
The reasoning
Why it works
Powder blue lifts charcoal without the sharpness of pure white. Keep the shirt smooth and the trousers matte so the contrast comes from colour rather than shine.
Wear it to
Office days, lunch meetings and an understated smart-casual dinner.
Avoid
A bright patterned tie or another saturated colour. Let the light shirt be the focal point.
