Hey Steve, fellow colorblind guy here. Keeping it simple works for me. The key is finding clothes that are a good fit for your body. That takes shopping around in my case because I can't afford expensive tailored clothes, but if that is an option for you that could work.
I tend to go with jeans or khakis (since they will not often clash with anything). Then, depending on the look you are going for, a simple button up shirt or t-shirt. I usually go with relatively plain black or brown shoes, or sandals in warmer weather.
The key after that, I think, is attending to the details. A nice watch helps, and a stylish haircut or hat does as well. Sunglasses go well with most outfits if you are outside much. Just try on things until something looks "right" to you and then wear it confidently! Doing that has gotten me compliments as a "good dresser," although I am in my early twenties and I generally dress more like a student than a 'professional.' I also know what kind of clothes tend to draw compliments for me, especially from women, and I keep that in mind when shopping.
Being colorblind I think we should stay away from loud colors-- what looks good to us might not look so great to the rest of the world. You can, however, wear a loud shirt with plainer pants and accessories without too much worry (what's it going to clash with?). Combining simple but well cared for clothes with a couple of accessory items and a smile should get past the problem easily!
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