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Pocket squares and handkerchiefs are not the same thing. Pocket squares are strictly decorative, go in the exterior breast pocket of your suit and can be made of silk, linen, or other materials you don't use to blow your nose. Handkerchiefs go in the back pants pocket and are used for sneezing, blowing your nose, wiping your face (not after you've blown your nose), wiping your hands, and giving to your girlfriend.  HandkerchiefsSimply, always carry one with you. If you're attending an event, such as a wedding, carry an extra one in the interior breast pocket of your suit. Guaranteed, you or someone else (like you date) will need it.
100% cotton is preferable to blends or linen.
Buy handkerchiefs in bulk — 6 or more at a time, several times a year. You'll be amazed how many you'll lose over the course of a year.
Wash it after it's been used. Anyone who borrows one from you (which is why you'll need so many) should do likewise.
Pocket Squares Your pocket square should complement your tie, not match the pattern of your tie. The key is to keep it in the same hue, not identical, just blues with blues, reds with reds. You can certainly deviate from this rule.
If you don't own a pocket square that coordinates with your tie, use a white, pressed handkerchief.
When To Wear Pocket Squares: Pocket squares are sharp. Most guys don't wear them, so doing so will make you stand out. Brian and David sport pocket squares occasionally, and suggest them on formal occasions. Depending on where you work, pocket squares might be too much for the office, but they dress up a sport coat for a more polished look.
Solid colors or patterns are both acceptable options for pocket squares. Steer toward silks and other natural fabrics like linen.
Never buy a matching tie and pocket square set.
Folding a pocket square is truly a matter of personal style. With a dozen ways to fold one, we can't show you all of the different folds, but recommend visiting neckties.com to look at the options. |
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