A good suit can look unfinished if the accessories do not support the outfit. Tie, pocket square, belt, shoes and bag do not need to match perfectly, but they should feel like they belong to the same world.

A pocket square adds colour without too much risk

A pocket square is a small detail that can bring in wedding colours or personality. It does not need to be the same fabric as the tie. Often the best result comes when the pocket square picks up one tone from the shirt, tie or suit.

Belt and shoes should relate, but not obsessively match

The traditional rule is to match belt and shoe colour. It still works in formal dressing. In more relaxed style, tones do not need to be identical, but black, brown and cognac should be combined with intention.

A bag is more visible than many think

For work, a bag is part of the first impression. A leather bag, clean weekender or quality briefcase continues the same message as a well-fitting suit: polished, practical and long-lasting.

• Choose accessories by purpose, not only by colour.
• A pocket square does not need to match the tie fabric.
• Belt and shoe tones can be close rather than identical.
• A work bag should be seen as part of dressing, not only as something that carries items.