Menswear designers are catching up to what interior decorators have known for years: A little rust, crimson, or burgundy adds unexpected punch to whatever you wear it with

If you’ve scrolled through any number of interior design accounts on Instagram over the past few years, there’s a good chance that you’ve come across the “Unexpected Red Theory.” The idea that posits that a little bit of red in a room elevates otherwise boring compositions with an unexpected jolt of energy. And in the fall, when so many guys can default to wearing blue, brown, grey, and khaki, the same can be said of our wardrobes.

Canali velour dinner jacket, US$2,250; Brunello Cucinelli silk pocket square, US$330.

From top: Celine cashmere crewneck sweater, US$1,950; Massimo Albacashmere crewneck sweater, US$1,180; Corneliani mohair knit with detachable collar, price upon request; Zegna wool and abacá sweater, price upon request; Giorgio Armani cashmere sweater, US$4,495; Brunello Cucinelli cable-knit cardigan, US$8,950.

Clockwise from far left: Ahlem acetate sunglasses, US$570; Robert Marctitanium and acetate sunglasses, US$695; Cutler and Gross acetate sunglasses, US$700; Balmain titanium sunglasses, US$710; Oliver Peoples x Roger Federer bio-nylon and acetate sunglasses, US$479.

Isaia cashmere scarf, US$750; Dior silk tie, US$300; Ferragamo calfskin oxfords, US1,590; Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Monoface Small Seconds in 18-karat pink gold, US$27,000; Il Bisonte leather card case, $140; Stefano Ricci crocodile belt, US$2,800.

Fashion and Lifestyle Director: Justin Fenner
Photography Director: Irene Opezzo
Stylist and Senior Fashion Market Editor, Accessories: Thomas Waller
Soft-Goods Stylist: Elizabeth Serwin

This story was first published on Robb Report USA. Featured photo by Janelle Jones