What goes with a brown blazer?

Ok, I'm not totally fashion inept... ok that is kind of a lie. I'm in the military and wear a uniform way more often than not. Now, I have a brown corduroy blazer that I like, and don't wear enough. I'm not a fancy guy, neither is my wife a super fancy lady. But our anniversary is coming up soon, and I'm either planning dinner in, or a simple (yet romantic) picnic.

Now to my question. I like the blazer with jeans. What shirt to wear? Saw some pretty nice styles with dudes wearing a button down shirt with the tail out.

As for shoes, the only dress shoes I own are brown Sketchers and a pair of black, not sure at the moment. And of course, my Converse All-Stars

Thanks for the help!

Can you post a picture of the blazer? How dark a brown is it? In any event, if you like wearing it with jeans, how abut the blazer, jeans, some nice boots/chukkas, and a chambray shirt?

I'm not a big fan of the untucked shirt look paired with a jacket. I think it makes you look like a ragbag. But there's no reason not to like a cord jacket.

How about a turtleneck? Go with navy blue to get the authentic look, but black would be OK too. Casual with your shoes--above all, no Corframs. Having a short military haircut will pull it all together.

What goes with a brown blazer?

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I know there are some that believe that black doesn't do well with brown, but the naysayers are wrong, they are very complimentary colors.
A pastel is also not a bad choice, as long as it is not an outlandish color.

Pants - Keep it simple with casual fabrics.
Jeans work, as do some shades of khaki.

Casual shoes to match and you are set.

This is a look that bests works after Labor Day, it's a bit warm looking for the peak of summer.

Depending on the shade of brown, chinos and a button down shirt (please keep the shirt tucked). I've even seen a dark burgundy shirt work well with brown cords jackets. Shoes could be brown lace up or brown or cordovan loafers for a bit more casual look.

Personally, I wear my tux for this sort of dinner. It is after all, a very special celebration!

if the blazer is a darker brown, then go with some rich dark blue jeans and a warm fall shirt, or chino's and a blue shirt.

So, I'm mostly getting blue shirt and brown shoes. Thanks!

I'll play with the shirt tail, we're casual people, not dressy. I've only worn a tux once in my life, and it wasn't at my wedding.

and luvmysuper, well played.

edit: And in regard to the time of year/look issue. I've been in the desert for a few months, its gonna be cold in England when I get back there. Just a few more days, just a few more.

A3M0N said:

I'll play with the shirt tail, we're casual people, not dressy.

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The fact that you care enough about that special occasion to ask opinions of your fellow forum members tells me your shirttail dilemma should be non-existent. You'll be casual in your blazer and jeans or khakis and some not scruffy leather shoes or casual boots. That same attire with a long shirttail hanging out is no longer casual--it's just sloppy.

Tuck in that darn shirt!!

A3M0N said:

I'm in the military and wear a uniform way more often than not.

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Q: What goes with olive green pants?

A: An olive green shirt.

A3M0N said:

And in regard to the time of year/look issue. I've been in the desert for a few months, its gonna be cold in England when I get back there. Just a few more days, just a few more.

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The Nid Hog said:

How about a turtleneck? Go with navy blue to get the authentic look, but black would be OK too.

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(good call, Nid!)

I would not wear navy with dark brown. Jeans are different.

I do not think I am up to date enough to opine on the shirt tale being in or out!