Green is no longer a color that’s limited strictly to St. Patrick’s Day. There’s been a growing trend in the fashion world towards the use of green garments for both men and women. Why is green becoming so popular among in mainstream fashion? This is a question that we’re going to tackle in today’s blog post.
One of the reasons why green is back in style is because it’s a semi-bold color that offers a delicate balance of class and boldness. It’s not quite as over-the-top as yellow or fire-orange, but it’s also not as dull as gray. Green is unique in the sense that it’s bold, yet still classy enough to wear as part of a formal outfit. Of course, this is really just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the benefits of wearing green.
Another reason why green fashion is back has to do with the time of year. Green has largely been associated with the cool fall/autumn months, which is why retailers tend to release green-colored garments around this time. This is particularly true when speaking of men’s wear, some of which may include green button-up shirts, sweaters, vests, and even corduroy pants.
But if you are going to wear green, there are a few things you should know. As noted in an article published by TheGuardian, it’s best for guys to limit the use of greens in a single outfit. There’s nothing wrong with wearing a green shirt or pants, but including too many different green garments in your outfit will leave you looking like a shrub. TheGuardian also recommends keeping your greens muted, meaning it shouldn’t be the focal point of your outfit.
“First, don’t wear lots of different greens in one outfit unless you want to look like a shrub in a modern interpretive dance, or a member of the TA,” wrote TheGuardian. “Second, keep your greens muted. Olive and bottle and khaki – not the sort of vivid Subbuteo-pitch green which will make you appear very ‘up for it’ at a student Traffic Light party.”
Something else to consider when wearing green is your choice of footwear. How do your shoes flow with the green color? Thankfully, brown/tan colors tend to work well with green, as well as white. Black, on the other hand, may clash with your green garment(s), so it’s usually a good idea to avoid wearing black shoes.
What are your thoughts on green fashion? Love it or hate it?
