How to Wear a Black Suit: The Paul Lorenzo Slim Fit 2-Piece

Every man should have one suit he can grab for the most formal moments. That is the black suit. The Paul Lorenzo Black Slim Fit 2-Piece Suit gives you that timeless look in a clean, modern cut. Here is how to wear it.

Why Black?

Black is the most formal suit color. It is right for evening weddings, galas, funerals, formal dinners and black-tie-optional events. It also makes a sharp prom look and a strong choice for performers and event staff.

The Cut: Modern Slim Fit

The jacket has a tapered waist, a two-button, single-breasted front, a notch lapel and double rear vents. It is fully lined with outer and inner pockets. The matching pants are slim fit with a flat front, a mid-rise waist and a zipper fly. They are lined to the knee and come full length, ready for your tailor to hem.

Sizing Made Simple: Drop 6

This suit is a drop 6: the pants waist is 6 inches smaller than the jacket size. Every size lists both numbers, like 40R/34W (40 Regular jacket, 34 waist pants).

Sizes run 34R to 66R in Regular, 34S to 46S in Short and 38L to 50L in Long. Short fits men about 5'4" to 5'7", Regular about 5'8" to 6'0", and Long about 6'1" and taller. Pick your jacket size by measuring around the fullest part of your chest.

How to Style a Black Suit

For a Formal Evening

A crisp white shirt with a black tie or bow tie and polished black oxfords. Add a white pocket square.

For a Wedding

A white shirt with a silver, gold or colored tie that matches the wedding palette. Black shoes only.

For Prom

Go all black with a black shirt and tie, or add a bold tie or bow tie in your date's color.

For a Night Out

Wear the jacket over a black or white turtleneck with black Chelsea boots.

Care Tips

• Dry clean only, and only when needed, to keep the black deep.
• Use a lint roller before you head out.
• Hang the jacket on a wide, shaped hanger and steam out wrinkles.

Get Yours

Shop the Paul Lorenzo Black Slim Fit 2-Piece Suit now. Need bigger sizes? See our big and tall black suit. Questions about fit? Call Ferrecci USA at (866) 807-0706. We have been dressing men since 2009.