The jacket is one of the most classic and recognisable pieces of menswear, and how we button it can have a significant impact on our look and style. When we arrive at a formal venue or event, it is essential to have the jacket buttoned. This not only shows respect for the space, but also highlights the line of the suit, providing a more well-formed and elegant look.
However, the art of proper buttoning has a few rules that are good to follow in order to maintain the balance and comfort of your outfit.
Buttoning the Monokubo Jacket
Single-breasted jackets are simple and versatile, making them ideal for many occasions, from formal to more casual looks. When wearing a jacket like this, simply button the single button when standing up. This helps to make the silhouette look more elegant and understated.
The Double-breasted Jacket
The most common type of jacket is the double-breasted jacket. The general rule here is to button only the top button. The reason is simple: when only the top button is fastened, the jacket maintains its balance while allowing freedom of movement. The bottom button should always be left open, as the buttoned bottom button can pull the fabric and create creases that ruin the line of the jacket.
Another basic rule is to unbutton your jacket when you sit down. This way, you avoid stretching the fabric and discomfort of the jacket, while maintaining a comfortable posture.
The Tricumbo Jacket
Three-button jackets, although less common nowadays, are still worn on certain traditional or formal occasions. In this case, button the middle button or the top two buttons, depending on the occasion and personal preference. The bottom button, as in the double-breasted jacket, is always left undone so as not to disturb the balance of the jacket.
Jackets with Cross-Breasted Clasp (Double-Breasted)
The cross-body jacket, also known as double-breasted, is a more traditional and elegant style that is making a dynamic return to fashion. These jackets have two rows of buttons, and follow a slightly different rule from single-button and double-button jackets.
In cross jackets button all the buttons when standing, so that their strong and impressive silhouette is highlighted. This type of jacket offers a more classic, "vintage" aesthetic and gives the wearer a sense of prestige.
It's important to remember, however, that we don't unbutton the buttons when we sit down, as we do with other jackets. This rule applies because cross-body jackets are designed to stay closed to maintain their balance and stylish look, even when we are seated.
Braces and Belts: Their use with a jacket
When wearing suspenders with a jacket, we avoid the zone. The suspenders take over the entire task of supporting the trousers and are considered quite elegant and traditional for formal appearances. On the contrary, the belt in combination with the suspenders is excessive and destroys the balance of the whole.
The Importance of Correct Buttoning
The buttoned jacket highlights the line and design of the garment, emphasizing the shoulders and waist, creating a more "light" and noble look. At the same time, it declares that we know the rules of menswear and are careful in our appearance.
But it's equally important not to button your jacket when you don't need to, such as when you're sitting down or in more casual situations, so you can maintain your comfort without sacrificing style.
With the right buttoning and attention to detail, our jacket becomes a stylish piece that can enhance any look, giving it prestige, style and confidence.