Help with color coordination, please. I’m too stupid to grasp color theory.
I recently got a new job in sales, and I have to start doing customer visits. I currently have three branded polos with the company’s name on it, and need to find good pants AND shoe/belt colors for each of them. I asked ChatGPT, and this was its response:
1. Royal Blue Polo:
Pants:
- Light Khaki/Chinos: These are classic and safe for a business casual setting.
- Grey: This would work as well, just ensure it's not too light of a grey to maintain a professional look.
Shoes & Belt: - Brown or tan: These earth tones will balance the vibrancy of the royal blue and keep the look professional. 2. Navy Blue Polo: Pants: - Light Khaki/Chinos: This would look professional yet approachable. - Grey: Light to medium grey will provide a nice contrast.
Shoes & Belt: - Brown or tan: Creates a classic, put-together look. - Black: It can work well for a more formal appearance. 3. Black Polo: Pants: - Grey: From light grey to charcoal, all would work well. Charcoal might be especially good for maintaining a professional tone. - Khaki: Lighter shades can provide a nice contrast, but stay away from very light shades to maintain a professional appearance.
Shoes & Belt: - Black: Matches the shirt and creates a sleek, cohesive look. This is a safe choice in this context. In any case, avoid very bright or contrasting colors and stick with more muted, professional tones. Remember, fit is just as important as color – you want your clothes to be well-fitted but comfortable for you. It will reflect positively on your appearance and leave a good impression. Are these good recommendations? Any additional/better ones you can think of? I’m selling machines, so I don’t need to be in a suit or blazer.
Shoes & Belt: - Brown or tan: These earth tones will balance the vibrancy of the royal blue and keep the look professional. 2. Navy Blue Polo: Pants: - Light Khaki/Chinos: This would look professional yet approachable. - Grey: Light to medium grey will provide a nice contrast.
Shoes & Belt: - Brown or tan: Creates a classic, put-together look. - Black: It can work well for a more formal appearance. 3. Black Polo: Pants: - Grey: From light grey to charcoal, all would work well. Charcoal might be especially good for maintaining a professional tone. - Khaki: Lighter shades can provide a nice contrast, but stay away from very light shades to maintain a professional appearance.
Shoes & Belt: - Black: Matches the shirt and creates a sleek, cohesive look. This is a safe choice in this context. In any case, avoid very bright or contrasting colors and stick with more muted, professional tones. Remember, fit is just as important as color – you want your clothes to be well-fitted but comfortable for you. It will reflect positively on your appearance and leave a good impression. Are these good recommendations? Any additional/better ones you can think of? I’m selling machines, so I don’t need to be in a suit or blazer.
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the royal blue is going to be tough honestly, i would pair it with khaki pants
the navy and black polo pairings sound pretty good for a work context. are you allowed to wear jeans? plain black or indigo jeans would work well with the latter two colors as well
as for belt and shoes I'd stick to black, and avoid leathers that have a a lot of shine or sheen to them