User blog comment:TerrariamcSwaggins/Hey guys, let me know what your favorite Armor type is in Terraria,thanks./@comment-24029122-20131110193246

Turtle/Chlorophyte for melee, Shroomite for ranged, Spectre for mages. There is really no doubt what so ever about the best armors for ranged and mages, but for melee you can choose defense over damage with Turtle, or damage over defense with Chlorophyte.

For looks, I like the Mythril Armor with the hood, it's awesome. The Spooky Armor is also a great look.