The Right Pocket Square Fold for Black Tie
Are you getting ready for a black tie event? You already picked up your tux and formal dress shirt from the drycleaner, your patent leather dress shoes are polished to perfection, your bow tie is ready to be tied, and all the cufflink studs are counted for! Now all you have to do is put the outfit together and to give it some final touches. The pocket square is an optional yet very popular accessory you may want to consider throwing into the mix.
Pocket Square Guide
The pocket square must be white in color and should either made from silk, linen, or cotton. Most common are plain and patternless pocket squares but grosgrain as well as pique are excellent for those seeking something out of the ordinary. If silk is your fabric of choice then a so-called Thai silk would be best. Thai silk is thicker and will keep it’s shape when folded. Linen and cotton pocket squares should be starched and ironed.
The Formal Fold
The pocket square for black tie functions should add some nice contrast but should not distract. Thus, white pocket squares are the best choice. The fold should be sleek, simple, and elegant. The fold displayed above is one of the most classic ways to fold a pocket square and, lucky for you, it is also one of the easiest folds.
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