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Combining a gray men's outfit: modern, calm and stylish
From light gray to anthracite: gray is a versatile basis for men's fashion. Discover stylish combinations for your free time, work and an evening out.
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THE GRAY EDIT
With gray you create a powerful, calm look
Gray is anything but boring. A light gray chino brings brightness to a dark outfit, while anthracite gives depth. Gray can be combined well with black, white, navy, beige and various denim shades. The secret lies in alternating light and dark shades of gray and combining different materials, such as knitwear, chinos and denim. This way, an outfit remains simple, but still has character.
01 / CITY SMART
Gray half-zip with black chinos
A gray half-zip fits nicely with black chinos. The contrast is subtle yet clear. With dress shoes, this combination is suitable for various smart casual occasions. Wear the zipper slightly open for a relaxed look, or close it higher if you want a tighter silhouette.
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02 / LIGHT & REFINED
Light gray chino with navy knitwear
A light gray Milano chino combines strongly with navy. A dark sweater above the lighter pants gives balance and prevents the outfit from looking flat. With neat sneakers you can wear this every day; with smarter shoes it looks suitable for the office with an informal dress code.
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03 / WEEKEND DENIM
Gray loose fit jeans with a crew neck
Gray CAPO jeans form a relaxed base. Combine with a black or white crewneck for a minimalist streetwear look. The wider leg goes well with a simple top and modest sneakers. By keeping the colors neutral, the fit is better highlighted.
VIEW CAPO LOOSE FIT JEANS GRAY →Four additional gray outfit combinations
04 / TONAL
Gray on gray
Use light gray and anthracite in one outfit, so that the contrast remains clear enough.
05 / CLASSIC
Gray with navy
Gray trousers under a navy half zip give a calm smart casual combination.
06 / WARMTH
Gray with beige
With beige knitwear or a light jacket you soften the cool look of gray.
07 / CASUAL
Gray hoodie with jeans
A light gray hoodie and dark jeans form a comfortable outfit for every day.
DARK OR LIGHT
Light gray or anthracite: what do you choose?
Light gray brings contrast to navy and black and works well in casual or smart casual outfits. Anthracite usually looks sleeker and combines easily with white, black or cream. When you wear two shades of gray, also vary the structure of the fabric. For example, a fine-knit sweater next to sturdy denim gives more character than identical shades in a similar material. When purchasing, always choose the fit and size that suits your preference and wearing moment.
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Valenci Vest Anthracite
Hoodie Light Gray
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CAPO Loose Fit Jeans AnthraciteFrequently asked questions
Which colors combine well with gray?
Navy, black, white and beige are reliable choices. You can also combine dark and light shades of gray.
How do I combine a gray sweater for men?
Wear it with black chinos, dark blue jeans or beige trousers. This creates contrast without busy colors.
Is a gray hoodie suitable for a neat outfit?
A hoodie is mainly suitable for casual occasions. For smart casual, a gray half-zip, crewneck or cardigan is usually more suitable.
What is the difference between light gray and anthracite in an outfit?
Light gray makes the look fresher and lighter; anthracite gives more depth and often looks more formal.
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