8 FASHION RULES YOU SHOULD KNOW

Rule 1: Fit – Fitting is the most important thing to consider in a suit. Your suit should contour your body, if you want it to look flattering. Consider this: Even the most expensive designer suit can look terrible if it doesn’t fit, while a cheap suit with excellent fitting can pass off as terrific!

Rule 2: Pants – Your pants should barely touch the top of your shoes and not pile over them. Also, tailoring your pants a bit short will give you a very distinctive, smart look.

Rule 3: Cuffs – When you wear a jacket over your shirt, your shirt cuffs and collar should be exposed about half an inch from the jacket sleeve and jacket collar, respectively. 

Rule 4: Buttons – Two-button suit jackets are more modern and better fitting than three-button ones. Always leave the bottom button of your jacket undone and unbutton your jacket completely when sitting down.

Rule 5: Lapels – Your suit’s lapel adds a definition to your character. Very thin lapels make you look juvenile while overly broad lapels give you an old-school or gangster look. Medium-sized lapels are more contemporary and business-like.

Rule 6: Tacks – When you purchase a new suit, remove the tack stitches from the jacket’s pockets and vents before wearing. If the jacket comes with a label on the sleeve, it should also be carefully removed.

Rule 7: Vents – Suit Jackets should either have double / side vents, or a single / centre vent. Double vented suits are more distinguishing. They also give more character to your backside.

Rule 8: Care – Do not to take your suit to the laundry frequently. This wears the fabric out quickly. Air the suit for some time before putting it into your closet after each wear.