Pocket squares are tricky. How do you fold them? Well Brooks Brothers did a terrific illustrative guide on pocket squares whether a puffed, square-ended, triangle, or multi-pointed fold. Bookmark it ~ illustrative guide to pocket squares
The other day, a longtime friend Anthony says to me, “Hey I’m an attorney, what do I need to know about style?” I replied that image and outward appearance is one of the first things we use as an indicator of competence (we can argue whether that’s good or bad, right or wrong later)…and think of something as simple as adding a pocket square to your repetoire. Anthony replies, “Mony [that’s his nickname for me], I’m a simple guy and
Suit by Versace. Shirt by Bottega Veneta. Tie by J. Crew. Pocket square by Paul Stuart. Shoes by Bally. The pocket square provides just the right amount of color to an understated suit, and just the right amount of finish!
Suit by Prada. Shirt by Michael Bastian. Pocket square by Hermès. Belt by Salvatore Ferragamo. We love how easy it is to take a camel suit and dark-colored shirt, and add a touch of European flair….
This combo is classically edgy: the neutral suit pairs nicely with the powder blue shirt; and the light yellow stripes in the pocket square work as a great compliment to the earthy color of the suit but also pick up the lighter shirt as well!
What do you get a dad that has just about everything? Focus on the little things that round out what he already has. Our recommendations include a stylish pocket square or a leather business card holder (that will only get better with time):
This spring will see lots of great (and new) style trends for men. One notable and colorful one will be the use of patterned pocket squares — this will be an easy and affordable way to add a splash of color to usher in the warmer temperatures. Here are a few of our favorites:
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