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How do I pull off a black suit without looking like a lawyer?

Don’t wear your black suit with a white shirt. Add colour to your outfit by wearing coloured shirts and ties. The black suit looks great when worn with plain shirts of light to medium tone. Printed shirts also add an interesting dimension. Try classic stripes or square print (also known as window pane print). For an added touch of style, choose shirts with French cuffs – this will give you a chance to express your personal style with your choice of cuff links. Match your ties to the colour of your shirt and cufflinks. Don a black leather belt, matched with classic black leather lace-ups shoes. If you need to carry items with you, use a black leather briefcase or messenger bag – functional and fashionable. If you’re thinking of wearing a black shirt with a black suit, wear your black shirt opened (top two buttons undone) and accessorise with a silver necklace to jazz up the outfit.