Because Giuseppe Garibaldi was then a world hero, Ellen and Ebenezer designed their children’s patterns after the Italian Liberator’s uniform, called them “Garibaldi suits.” Within a year ...

These trends hit business or formal wear designers ... coats can be made in a much broader range of colors, patterns, and styles than a suit,” Powell adds. “While a multicolored plaid suit ...

Make sure your suit is mat, and free of business-like patterns such as pinstripes. Instead, opt for something a little more casual than you might be used to, such as this one from J.Crew.

For more casual settings, you can go a bit wild and experiment with funnier patterns and colors. Just remember to balance the tie with your suit and shirt. A pocket square used to be for business ...