If you’re in your 20s, chances are that you’re invited to few weddings,
meetings and parties this summer. While the women seem to have it easy with
dozens of stores and websites catered to finding the perfect dress, it’s a
little more difficult for the guys out there. Sure you can just throw on a suit
and go, but do you know all the rules required for wearing the perfect suit?
One small error could have you going from dapper to disheveled (okay, maybe not
that dramatic, but you know what I mean). No need to fret though, I’ve compiled
a list of the 15 rules every well-dressed man should know, so you can go out
there this wedding season and conquer the dance floor and attend meetings looking extremely dashing while doing
so.
1. The width of your tie should always match the width of your
lapel. Skinny ties always make a great fashion statement, but pair them with a
wide lapel and it could look completely awkward. Choose your lapel according to
the look you’re going for. Confused about which one to choose? Thin lapels are
more modern, while thick ones are classic (think Mad Men). If you can’t afford
to buy a suit each season, I’d stick to the classic, wider look.
2. Let’s talk about accessories. Your belt should be fairly thin and
should always match the color of your shoes. If you’re wearing a chunky belt,
it could take away from the rest of the look. When it comes to a suit, you want
everything to blend evenly.
3.Thinking of rocking a pocket square? I know, it’s a more classic
look, but in reality it’s one that lets you add a little bit of your
personality to the suit. If you decide to wear a pocket square, make sure it
doesn’t match the pattern or fabric of your tie. To avoid being too similar,
wear a tie in a solid color with a printed pocket square.
4. Always make sure the shoulders fit. The shoulder pads in your
jacket should end at your shoulder, this is crucial because the shoulders are
the hardest to tailor. Don’t spend all that money on something you won’t end up
wearing, unless you’re going for a zoot suit, but please, don’t do that.
5. Also, make sure that your suit jacket is long enough to cover
the zipper of your pants and your butt.
66. A gap between the collar of your shirt and your lapel is a
signal of an ill-fitting jacket. Make sure the two garments overlap for a
polished look.
7. You should be able to slip your hand between your chest
and your buttoned jacket with it being a bit snug, but with some room to move
your hand.
8. ALWAYS unbutton your jacket before sitting down, you can really
risk ruining it if not.
9. The top button of a two button jacket (or the middle button of a
three button jacket) must fall at or above your belly button.
10.
Not sure how to tie your tie? Go for the classic Windsor knot.
Make sure that when tied, the tie should be no longer than the waist of your
pants; shorter is ok.
11.
Speaking of ties, always make sure the color of your tie is
darker than the color of your shirt.
12.
If you’re going with a single button jacket, a vest could add
some class (and warmth for the colder days) to your suit. If you are going for
a vest, remember to unbutton the last button. I don’t really know why this is a
rule, but it is. Although many men don’t always follow this and still pull the
look off perfectly.
13.
Your sleeve cuff should be exposed out of your jacket sleeve
about half an inch (about the same amount that should be visible of the back of
your collar).
14.
Make sure that your socks are long enough that there is no
exposed leg when you sit down.
15.
Finally, the hem of your pants should hit right at the top of
your shoe.
I know, it’s a lot to remember, but a classic,
well-tailored suit is a crucial investment and one that you can use for years
to come.
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