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And, other than black, navy is one of the few colors you can choose where you know you are going to get the same tone. As for the flowers, I wanted something smooth and autumn and a lot of that was trial and error in terms of the flowers that would look good with navy

And it never hurts to get a back-up just in case

For family events, pair with a cropped cardigan and ballet flats for a softer approach

They used a combination of paint, black cap pulls, and distressing techniques to get this aged look

The suit jacket features a classic 2-button closure, notch lapels, and structured shoulders for a timeless yet contemporary look

After the stain has dried, apply a polyurethane topcoat