Pocket Squares: A Discussion Thread, Questions, Opinions, Suggestions.....

[SpooPoker]



Those colors remind me of an orchid. Very nice Spoo.

I like it, Spoo.

I'm a little disoriented here.  Spoo, your pics usually have a good orientation, full front with some context (shirt, tie, jacket). 

Thanks very much all.

Taken looking down, and sideways, Phi.

 

[Kent Wang]

Lately, I've been enjoying white silk squares in a puff fold. Not as eye-catching as a colored square, but more interesting than a white linen in a TV fold.

Kent Wang wool/mohair suit
Kent Wang linen/cotton shirt
Kent Wang white silk pocket square
Kent Wang suede chukka boots

 

[PhiPsi32]

Looking good, sir!

 

[Monaco]

I remember seeing in this thread a pic of a tan jacket with pink tie and green pocket square, all beautifully arranged. It might've been one of PSG's 'moved or deleted' pics. Anybody know where I can find this picture? Anybody have it saved?

 

[adagio]

Does anyone know where I can get one of these Ferragamo "Ovals & Gancini" squares? Barneys apparently had them but they are sold out. An online source would be great if anyone knows of one.


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[Kent Wang]

I don't get why a lot of companies print squares with a very wide border like this. If you were to wear it as a reverse puff then it would just look like a plain solid-colored square.

 

[adagio]

I agree Kent. I have a couple similar to this and I never wear them as a TV fold for that reason.

 

[RDiaz]

Do you have suggestions for european brands that make multi-colored pocket squares for less than €50?

Rubinacci, Luciano Barbera, etc. are great and maybe I can afford a few of them over the months, but no more...

Thanks!

 

[PhiPsi32]

Just to be clear, when you say reverse puff, you mean turning the PS inside out? If so that's what I did with my navy chinese brocade PS. It looked great.

 

[Kent Wang]

I mean a puff, with the points out, or any other fold that shows the points, for that matter.

 

[PhiPsi32]

Thank you for the clarification.

 

[newyorknoir]

can you wear a print pocket square with a business suit and still be taken seriously? I usually just wear a silk Charvet pocket square with a basic/conservative straight fold.. white of course. Recently I came across this Dunhill pocket square that I'm very fond of, but worried that it's too "fun" to wear to the office. Can a city businessman pull this look off with the right ensemble, or is it reserved for a country gentleman? Here is the pocket square:





The only other question I have is for your opinion as to which color you like better.. I have both navy and grey suits, a wide and versatile selection of ties and shirts. Thanks!

 

[Athomas]

Couldn't get an answer in the "Ask A Question, Get An Answer" thread, so figured I'd post my question here.

Does anyone know where can I stock up on some decent-quality, solid-colored pocket squares with somewhat thick colored borders in a variety of colors? I've checked Kent Wang's site and the ones I want I already have. No go on Paul Smith, Barney's, ASW, etc. Just picked up a Drake's from Mr. Porter. Besides that, and Simmonot Godard, not sure where else to look. Are there no go-to spots for nice squares? Do I have to luck out on the "nicer" ones as usual?

Also, does a thinner border equate to a higher level of formality, and thicker the opposite? Or does it not matter? Maybe it's just me, but the PS the guy is wearing below seems perfect for a sportsjacket (which is also the style I'm looking for), but I feel would be a bit "much" for a suit. What do you guys say?

 

[sugarbutch]



can you wear a print pocket square with a business suit and still be taken seriously? I usually just wear a silk Charvet pocket square with a basic/conservative straight fold.. white of course. Recently I came across this Dunhill pocket square that I'm very fond of, but worried that it's too "fun" to wear to the office. Can a city businessman pull this look off with the right ensemble, or is it reserved for a country gentleman?

I think if you're unsure, you may have answered your question already. Those look relatively conservative, but only you can know if they are unacceptably adventurous for your context.

 

[poissa]

Sorry about this I'm sure this question has been answered and will soon again be asked... who is selling handmade pocket squares? I wanted to support the SF community!