Gone are the days when people said that the fashion trends for men are quite restricted. But one trend that is taking the entire global men’ fashion industry by storm is that of the Pocket squares. The pocket squares are coordinated not just with the formal suits but also with the informal jackets, vests, etc. Although limiting the modern day fashion to rules is unfair, if you are still looking for a few simple ways to style up your pocket square the right way, the tips discussed in the sentences that follow will come in handy.

• Bow/Tie Coordination

Although you’d see many people wearing pocket squares matching to the ties but this is not a rule to abide by. This is an old school option chosen mainly for formal dressing. If you are willing to experiment with your looks and go with completely contrast options, the choice is all yours. If you plan to play it safe, go for a pocket square in the color close to that of the tie or the one which belongs to the same color family.

• Prints or Solids

Men’ fashion world has gradually become open to experimentations. Consequently when you talk about pocket squares, you’d see a lot of options in prints, designs, self linings and solid colors. While you don’t have to follow any particular pattern, ensure that your pocket square matches your entire ensemble. It makes no sense wearing a printed pocket square in a bright color if any of your shirt or tie are also bright and have prints on them. Likewise, try to keep it limited to simple solids or fine prints when dressing up for formal events and go all cool and fashionable at your informal events.

• Choosing the Size

Earlier, the concept of pocket squares was more of a necessity and people used to keep it the traditional way. However now it is more of a fashion statement and you’d easily find pocket squares of different sizes. Ideally, a pocket square should be close to 16 inches so that when folded neatly its nothing too peaky from the pocket. So it is better not to do much of an experiment when it comes to the size of pocket square.

• Material

Silk, satin and velvet are the most common options of pocket squares materials and although you can go for other options like linen and cotton as well, prefer to select the materials that have a soft texture and sheen in the material. You should also know that the materials having a silky texture are tend to be slippery and would constantly skid in the pocket. You’d either have to pin them up intact with a broche or keep an eye on it to ensure it is perfectly intact in its place.

• Folds

There are innumerable ways to fold a pocket square and you can either use the basic shapes and folds like square, triangles or uneven folds or if you are looking for some unique options, get the pocket square folded in some flamboyant patterns. If you find it difficult to fold the pocket squares, you can get it done by the professionals and stitched in such a way that its shape doesn’t get dismantled. These styles would draw attention and would be perfect for informal settings.

• Matching the Suit

It might sound weird but the right way to choose a pocket square is where it completely compliments the material of your suit. For instance, if you are wearing tweeds, flannels or any material which is more towards a woollen touch, opt for pocket squares made in lighter colors and of materials that have fine tunes. In contrast, if your suit is made of lighter materials or falls under the category of summer suits, choose pocket squares made in brighter colors and keep the material texture apt as per the season. Linens and cottons with coarse textures would be the perfect option.

So no matter you wear a simple jacket or a formal three piece suit, choose a complimenting pocket square and your look book for the day will be sorted.