completi

Completi is the plural of completo, a noun in Italian referring to a coordinated set of clothing, typically a suit that includes a jacket and trousers, and in some cases a waistcoat. The plural form completi is used when describing multiple outfits or stock in fashion catalogs.

Etymology and usage context: The term derives from Italian completo, which in turn comes from Latin completus meaning “filled, whole,” from complēre “to fill up.” In fashion, completo emphasizes a complete, coordinated ensemble rather than individual pieces.

In fashion use: A completo is worn as formal or semi-formal attire. In menswear, a two-piece completo consists of a jacket and trousers; a three-piece completo adds a waistcoat. Fabrics commonly include wool or wool blends, with alternatives such as cotton, linen, or synthetic fabrics. Colors typically range from navy, charcoal, and black to more varied options, and patterns may be solid, striped, or checked. Completi are customary for business settings, ceremonies, weddings, and other occasions requiring a coordinated appearance. They are often paired with a dress shirt, tie, and appropriate shoes.

Variants and regional notes: The term is prevalent in fashion retail and tailoring. In everyday speech, people may refer to an abito (suit), but completo highlights the set as a matching ensemble. In womenswear, completos can refer to coordinated outfits such as a jacket and skirt or dress-and-jiece combinations, depending on country and retailer.

Other meanings: In Italian grammar, completi is also the second-person singular present indicative and present subjunctive form of the verb completare, meaning “you complete” and forms such as “che tu completi.”