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Why Wear Pocket Squares and Pocket Handkerchiefs in Mens Fashion?
Many men do not understand why and what is the role of pocket handkerchiefs or pocket squares in mens suits. This is not surprising because men in this era view wearing a it as cumbersome or even over-dressed.
There are some who would love to try it for its stylishness but avoid it because they do not know how to do it right or they do it very badly.
During the 19th century, donning a simple finish at the suits angled breast pocket creates a nice completeness in every man’s dressing.
But the habit later died off and has since gained back its presence with more demand for sophiscation in men’s dressing and wardrobe with the birth of more metrosexual men.
There are amazing styling perks with a pocket squares which most men do not realize besides finding it overly conspicuous for their liking.
Any mediocre or worn out jacket can be instantly livened up with an inexpensive casually folded pocket handkerchief.
This effect is quite phenomenal. I did not know of this fascinating capability until my brother wore one on his leather sports jacket.
It naturally transformed it into an expensive looking jacket and spiced up the coordination with a simple puff-folded white handkerchief in the breast pocket.
The impact of having this handkerchief gives an unsurpassed refine effect to the suits and sports jackets that it is donned on. It is even more so if the suit and sports coat is totally bare and simple.
We should not treat this simple accessory as outdated or old-fashion elegance. The role it can play during less than formal occasions is unimaginable and yet not a fashion overstatement.
The terms pocket squares and pocket handkerchiefs are used interchangeably by many but what are the differences between them?
A pocket handkerchief is usually a linen woven cloth or white cotton cloth. The linen handkerchiefs were very popular during the 19th century for its clean and fine finishing when placed in a breast pocket.
These handkerchiefs are usually stiffer and crisp in its texture due mainly to the linen fabric. It also has sharper corners that can be folded to accentuate these four points or even create the so-called TV fold where it is folded neatly in parallel to the breast pocket.
Pocket squares is defined when the material used are wider in its range of fabrics used other than silk or cotton.
We commonly see silk fabrics, silk blends, cashmere, or wool used in squares. There is a tendency for these materials, especially silk, to have a much softer feel. So the most appealing method for squares on breast pockets is making it into a “puff”.
However, both are not differentiated by their size. The best size to choose from is a 16-inch to 18-inch square.
More on Pocket Handkerchiefs and Pocket Squares:
The Art of Coordinating Pocket Hankies with Mens Clothing
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