Say "seersucker for summer in South Carolina" six times fast...

On a specific day of the week (help me out, I don't know when), most State House employees wear seersucker suits. Some may say it's dated. I say,

Welcome to the South.

Seersucker is a cotton blend, usually worn only during the spring and summer months. It's light weight, and pastel colors make it perfect for wearing when you want to look dressed up, but don't want the stifling heat a normal suit brings. (This becomes really important in late August, especially here in Columbia).

A more traditional way to wear the seersucker suit (light blue is considered the most traditional) is with a solid white shirt and solid tie, usually red or navy. (Much like the first picture). However, if you're feeling bold and adventurous, wear an unusual color seersucker such as green or pink. Add a subtlety plaid shirt and polka dot bow tie, both in complimentary colors, and you'll be the talk of the town.