Trendy Winter Wardrobe Colors for Men: Forest Green

Winter Color Guide for Men: Forest Green

Green is one of the most versatile colors in men’s fashion. Depending on the shade, it can be worn in practically any season, and offers enough diverse shades to be able to fit into whatever ensemble you might wish to wear. For some reason, however, it tends to be worn in an unattractive manner during the winter months. Many people believe that because winter itself can be drab and dark that the colors they wear must reflect this, which sometimes leads to choosing greens that are less than attractive. Forest green, on the other hand, is the perfect shade of green for wearing throughout the winter. Here are just a few things to consider when thinking about wearing forest green, and how you can make the color work for you this winter.

How It’s Different
Forest green is not your typical shade of the color. It’s about as deep as a green can get without bordering on drab - a common problem with winter greens. It maintains vibrancy while taking a much earthier slant than most other greens, making it perfect for wearing during months in which the snow is falling. It’s a little too dark and earthy to be worn during the summer or spring, but it makes for an excellent color if you’re trying to exude a warm presence when it’s uncomfortably cold outside.

Common Applications
Perhaps the most common application of forest green comes in the form of sweaters. Sweaters often incorporate this color because of the warmth that it provides, and for some reason it seems to be the perfect fit for wool material. Forest green is also used in outerwear such as ski jackets, making it one of the best colors to choose from for those who tend to spend a lot of time on the mountain. You can even find certain designer winter boots that incorporate this color; the L.L. Bean Signature Series features such boots.


Two easy yet effective way to add some forest green to your daily rotation. The V-neck sweater on the left is perfect for a casual setting while the classic forest green regimental tie (right) is the ideal accessory for a more polished and sophisticated look.

Putting Together an Ensemble
The best way to start incorporating forest green into your ensembles is to begin with sweaters. Whether you choose a crewneck, v-neck or cardigan is completely up to you, but you’ll usually do best with forest green by choosing those which are solid in color. Forest green outerwear can also be effective, as it is deep enough in color to not stand out entirely without being muted. Want to start things off at a slightly slower pace? Then smaller forest green accessories will do the job. A forest green necktie is a perfect choice here that pairs nicely with all winter suit colors in dark blue, charcoal, and gray.

Other Winter Colors for Men in 2013:
Winter Colors 2013 Charcoal Gray
Burnt Orange - Winter Style Color 2013

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