Q: My son's christening is in two weeks. I have a navy suit that I have been dying to wear, and I also bought these brown shoes from Prada that are absolutely to die for! I spent almost $500 on them, but I'm not sure if brown goes with navy. Does it?

A: Sure, navy and brown can be great together, but make it look like you mean it by adding more brown. Carry a matching bag (matching is hot this season) and maybe textured brown hose -- fishnet is also hot -- and a deep brown silk blouse.

Patricia McLaughlin is a nationally syndicated fashion columnist.
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