Suit Inspiration and Where to Find it
Ever found yourself stuck for that perfect inspiration for your made to measure suit? Felt overwhelmed by the endless possibilities out there? Well, we have put together a guide to help you find the very best style influences in menswear and if that still seems a little daunting we have created a mood board full of our very own 2026 suit inspiration over on Pinterest.
One of the easiest and fastest places to find inspiration is online by searching through apps such as Pinterest and Instagram, or blogs like ours. Online moodboards are the perfect place to find a general idea of styles, whether you are looking for a wedding suit or something more casual. By showing multiple images at once, these sites give a quick idea about colour and styling trends. On our Spring/ Summer 2026 moodboard there are a variety of earthy tones such as brown and green. These colours are repeated throughout our inspiration images and can often be seen paired with a soft pastel accessory, such as a blue shirt, to add a pop of colour.
For those of you who want to go more analogue in 2026, magazines are a great way to find suit inspiration. This is one method favoured by the Sett team. We enjoy flicking through magazines such as The Rake or GQ to be inspired by the expert styling of their shoots. The imagery in magazines can vary from the outlandish to highly wearable. One of the most wearable trends that excites us at Sett is the blending of formal and casual. This consists of pairing a smart pair of trousers with a more casual top, perhaps a fisherman’s jumper, a popular choice for 2026. This idea is one we love as it allows us to see the versatility in garments.
While the looks displayed at Fashion Weeks across the globe might seem unwearable at first glance, they showcase the upcoming trends of the season and are another way to find inspiration, along with red carpets where these looks are reflected by countless celebrities. With the correct styling these pieces can become part of an everyday wardrobe. Dior’s collection for Spring/ Summer ‘26 featured a vast array of oversized double breasted jackets, crafted from earthy toned mottled tweeds and satin lapels. Another noticeable trend for the upcoming season is the art of layering, seen in both Dior’s and Louis Vuitton’s recent collections. This allows you to personalise your suit and style it in a way that reflects you. This can be achieved through wearing an oversized overcoat, or maybe an open shirt over a t-shirt.
All of these methods of finding inspiration feed into one another and can be used in conjunction. During your one to one consultation you can talk through your inspiration with a stylist to create your perfect suit. Before your appointment you can even take a peek at our 2026 moodboards on Pinterest. However, with all this said, it is still ok to show up with no idea of what you would like. Your stylist will guide you through the whole process!
If you now feel inspired to create your dream suit, book a consultation with us today.
