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Wearing pocket square with élan
You will notice many well-heeled business tycoons, executives, actors, models, et cetera sporting them including your favourite show host and your best buddy down the street, even the boss. So how does one make the most of these simple, yet extremely popular accessories? How does one wear them so it blends it perfectly, making the look complete? Read on guys.
By Aradhana Prabhu
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Men have never had it so good in terms of stylish options available to them. There are, of course, the well-cut suits, and great ties, with varied coloured shirts. Then there is the pocket square – you may not even notice them sometimes. False. You will. They stand out by the defining edge they add to your entire ensemble. In a flash, you become the trendy, elegant man of substance. So all you women out there – stand up and take notice; the real man has arrived. The confident, suave, debonair man of today is here, sporting the matchless pocket squares. You will notice many well-heeled business tycoons, executives, actors, models, et cetera sporting them including your favourite show host and your best buddy down the street, even the boss. So how does one make the most of these simple, yet extremely popular accessories? How does one wear them so it blends it perfectly, making the look complete? Read on guys.
- Tie and pockets squares
Both must not be of the same pattern as it will clash, making it a killjoy. Rather, it must complement the tie. We are not looking for a perfect match here. No need to wear both of them at all times – you can sport either one. - Shirt and pocket squares
Again, they should mesh well, not be Siamese twins and be the same pattern. This is not a done thing at all. - The fold Pocket squares are all about the elegant way they are folded. This makes them different and contemporary. Make sure that the folds are clean cut, so practice till you get it right. It cannot be a shabbily done job, as that will be a spoiler alert.
- Mix & match fabrics and patterns
You can be creative with your pocket squares. Go for bold solid colours or different patterns that are striking. You can choose from cotton, silk and linen as they fold well and look smart. - You can alternate
Mix your pocket squares sometimes with the short, tie, socks, belt, et cetera to bring about a subtle change in your overall style. It goes a long way to keep it looking different.
How does one match it with outfits? Confounding question, but we have some tips to help you:
We will give you some easy to try combinations so you can learn by experience.
· Match a patterned pocket square with a dark coloured jacket and solid coloured shirt. Cool and confident.
· Team your solid block coloured pocket squares with slightly bolder shirt and tie. Different and eye catching.
· Try the pairing always. Be it plaid, polka dots, stripes or plain, always lay all the pieces together to get a clear picture of the final look. Works best to go the tried and tested way.
· Create a look instead of just wearing it for its sake. Pockets squares, if chosen well, add a striking feature to your personality, provided it is not added just because it is a force fit. This makes for zero fashion sense. Wear it because it brings another element to your style not because it is in vogue.
Try these tricks to master the art of wearing the much talked about pocket squares and you are well on your way to sporting the dapper you.
