Most suits are a first choice for gentlemen on formal occasions. Although they are not rich in cuts and colours, suits bring out the masculine, strong and elegant beauty of men. Having a fine physique with standard measurements does not mean that whatever you casually put on will look good. Conversely, with shortcomings in height or weight, if you know how to choose your clothes you will certainly hide the flaws and bring out your strengths
Whether you are buying a suit for the first time or simply refreshing your wardrobe, the first question on men's minds is whether to buy a one-, two- or three-button suit. Style, build, the purpose of wearing the suit and fashion trends are the main factors that decide the cut you should choose. You can refer to the information below about the types of suit to make sure you find one that suits your build and shows your personality.
1. Three-button suit
Who is it for? The three-button suit is the right choice for people 1.75 m tall or more, because the buttons sit high on the chest, creating convenience and comfort for the wearer. A three-button suit also suits those who want to accentuate their waist
Fashion factor: the three-button suit appeared in the 1960s. Since autumn 2009, well-known fashion designers have breathed new life into this style, and today it is still chosen by many men
How to wear it well: recently, gentlemen often fasten the top two buttons, but this can make the lapel look unusual. To look elegant, fasten only the middle button. Most important of all, never fasten the last button, as that will stiffen the jacket and make it unnatural.
When to wear it? The three-button suit is an outfit that suits an office style
2. Two-button suit:
Who is it for? The two-button suit is never out of fashion and is always popular because it suits every male body type. If you are not blessed with height, this kind of suit will help hide your shortcomings
Fashion factor: the two-button suit never strays from fashion trends and never goes out of style. So this style may only age with the years; it never becomes antique
How to wear it well: if you want to fasten a button, fasten only the top button of the jacket. Some new two-button models vary the position of the buttons slightly, pushing them up to chest height, a hybrid of the two-button and three-button suit. Little details like these let you show your personality in this popular style
When to wear it? If you buy ready-to-wear rather than made-to-measure, you should choose a two-button suit, because it is very safe and always flatters the figure, even when your clothing budget is extremely tight. This kind of suit is handy for work, meeting partners or attending conferences
3. One-button suit:
Who is it for? The one-button suit is less common than the two- or three-button suit. Men with a somewhat slim "build" who want to look fuller should choose this type of jacket
Fashion factor: the trend for wearing a one-button suit became prominent and was promoted from autumn 2009. If you want to buy one, remember that this style is rather picky, so you will not have many occasions to wear it
How to wear it well: when trying the button, stand straight and make sure the button sits straight. To avoid unsightly creases, try sitting down to see whether the button pulls out of line. In addition, choose a shirt and tie in the same tone as the colour of the suit
When to wear it? The one-button jacket was once all the rage in the heyday of jazz, which is a hint for you when wearing this suit. It suits free spirits who want to catch women's eyes. You can wear a one-button suit to parties that are not too formal, on outings with friends, or to clubs and nightclubs.
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