Can you wear khakis with a shirt and tie?

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Can you wear khakis and a tie?
What shirt and tie goes with khaki pants?
What Colour tie goes with khaki?
What color shirt and tie goes with khaki suit?

The question: Recently, a colleague of mine took issue with my outfit. I had on khakis and a black blazer over a striped shirt and solid tie. My colleague told me that a tie was too dressy for such an outfit. He said lose the tie or wear finer trousers. Are khakis and a tie a no-no?

The answer: Khaki or beige trousers, a blazer and a tie are a classic preppy combination and will be seen very shortly at convocation ceremonies across the upper-crust schools of the country, both on boys and dads.

Even khaki suits are seen among financiers in the summer months - so why would the colour itself be considered déclassé? Be aware, though, that just because something is correct doesn't mean it's sexy.

You should also be warned that the usual colour combo is khaki and navy for good reason: The contrast between black and beige is harsh. You need to soften the tones. (In deepest New England, the favourite shirt for this outfit will be pink.) If you want to be a little more in current fashion, though, wear a navy blazer with white trousers. And a tie, sure, why not?

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Can you wear khakis and a tie?

Though you asked about patterned ties, solid-color ties, too, go well with khakis of all types (pants and suits).

What shirt and tie goes with khaki pants?

Shirt colors that match perfectly with khaki pants are blue, shades of maroon, and red. Green, black, white, violet, and gray also work. You could also pair khaki with a contrasting shade of brown.

What Colour tie goes with khaki?

Medium brown accessories work best, such as your belt and shoes. However, thanks to khaki's versatility, almost any color will work if you add a tie. Neutral ties, such as medium grey, are fine, although a more exciting shade might be green or burgundy.

What color shirt and tie goes with khaki suit?

Khaki Suit + Shirt and Tie Then, add a shirt in a neutral hue, such as white or light blue, and pick out your tie. While navy and dark blue ties often provide the most flattering options for a khaki suit, don't be afraid to experiment with other colors, such as green and burgundy.