So, you have read Part 1 of our guide and now have the perfect well fitted suit. Now it’s time to make that suit look even better – it’s all about the details!
This second part will be about how to button a suit and how to use a tie clip to make your whole outfit look that extra bit special.
A lot of people can look good in a well fitted suit, but to stand out it’s all about the small details like ensuring you button your suit appropriately to compliment your frame. The way you button your suit is almost like a secret greeting to others that are ‘in the know’ about the suit buttoning etiquette.
Who cares how you button a suit, right?
The vast majority of people don’t know know about the rules of buttoning a suit and will not notice the way a suit is buttoned on another person.
However, these small details make all the difference… And people who do know these rules will notice!
The main rule is that a suit should always be buttoned when standing and unbuttoned when seated, this allows for a clean shape around the body when standing and more comfort when seated. It is also good etiquette.
Single Breasted Jackets
One – button jackets
Single breasted one button jackets should always be buttoned when standing and unbuttoned when seated.
Two – button jacket
The conventional way to button a two button jacket is to only do the top button up when standing, however there is an exception which usually applies to taller men or where the suit is not properly fitted. This is where the belt buckle can be seen, in this situation both buttons should be done up; no-one wants to see your belt buckle even if it is Louis Vuitton!
Three – button jacket
The conventional method is to fasten the middle and occasionally the top button, but never all three as this makes the whole suit look rigid!
Double breasted Jackets
The rules for double breasted suits are generally simpler; fasten every button except the bottom. Double breasted suits come in a range of styles such as 6×2 or 6×4, the 6 refers to the number of buttons and the 4 refers to the number of holes. Leaving the bottom buttons undone improves the shape of the jacket and makes it look more masculine.
Tie clips
The first thing to remember about tie clips is their main purpose. In recent times people have been wearing tie clips as a fashion statement and have forgotten that the main purpose of the tie clip is to ensure the tie does not move around. So when you wear a tie clip, the first thing to do is to use it to fasten your tie to your shirt!
Rule #1
Never ever any in circumstances should you wear a tie clip that is wider than the tie which it is fastened to, this is an absolute no-no!
Rule #2
It is often hard to judge where to wear the tie clip; you don’t want it to be too high or too low. The ideal place is between the third and fourth button of your shirt, this will give a good balance and not look too high or too low.
Rule #3
Keep the tie clip straight; don’t try to angle the tie clip as it’s not a good look.
Another tip, before you fasten your tie clip, just pull your tie up a little to create a slight wave. This will add another great detail to your outfit and is pleasing on the eye!
In summary…
You may not have known it but yes there are rules to buttoning a suit, if in the beginning you cannot remember these rules just remember this… Never ever fasten the bottom button!
Tie clips are great accessories and can compliment a great suit but don’t forget that they have another purpose which is to fasten the tie to your shirt, and make sure you never ever wear a tie clip that is wider than the actual tie you are wearing!
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Author: Dillan Patel
I am a fashion enthusiast and the head of fashion at Bon Vita. My vision is to spread Good Vibes Only #GVO through the faculty of fashion.
I believe that looking good plays a critical role in feeling good; when you feel good you’re in a better state of mind to manifest your desires!
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