pocket square
Suit jacket accent
A pocket square is a small decorative cloth worn in the breast pocket of a suit jacket or blazer.
Unlike a handkerchief, which is functional, a pocket square exists purely for style—folded to show above the pocket's edge.
His silk pocket square matched his tie.
The fold matters: a flat edge reads conservative, points or puffs read flashier.
Lapel flower arrangement
- cufflinksDecorative sleeve fasteners
- tie clipNeckwear-securing accessory
- lapel pinSmall ornament for jackets
- broochDecorative fastening ornament
ascot · cravat · necktie · bowtie · suspenders · tie bar · collar pin · signet ring
Fine woven insect fiber
- linenFlax-derived textile
- cottonPlant fiber for textiles
- woolSheared animal fiber
- satinGlossy-surfaced woven cloth
jacquard · batiste · cambric · crepe · charmeuse · twill · organza · voile
Gracefully refined, tasteful
- suaveSmoothly refined in manner
- polishedSmooth, refined, accomplished
- sophisticatedWorldly and cultured
- debonairSophisticated and carefree
refined · stylish · dapper · sharp · sleek · tailored · chic · classy
Curved teardrop textile motif
- plaidWoven crisscross pattern
- polka-dotRound mark in patterns
- floralOf or like blooms
- stripedHaving contrasting bands
checkered · houndstooth · gingham · geometric · medallion · solid · printed · bordered
Marriage rite and feast
- galaFestive formal occasion
- black-tieFormal evening dress code
- banquetFormal celebratory meal
- ceremonyFormal event marking occasions
soiree · reception · prom · interview · cocktail party · opera · formal dinner · funeral
Brief burst of air
- presidentialOf the highest office
- three-pointWorth extra from distance
- four-pointMulti-anchor restraint system
- crownSovereign's ornamental headpiece
straight · one-point · two-point · staircase · scallop · Cooper
boutonniere
Lapel flower arrangement
- cufflinksDecorative sleeve fasteners
- tie clipNeckwear-securing accessory
- lapel pinSmall ornament for jackets
brooch · ascot · cravat · necktie · bowtie · suspenders · tie bar · collar pin · signet ring · watch chain
silk
Fine woven insect fiber
satin · jacquard · batiste · cambric · crepe · charmeuse · twill · organza · voile · damask
elegant
Gracefully refined, tasteful
- suaveSmoothly refined in manner
- polishedSmooth, refined, accomplished
- sophisticatedWorldly and cultured
debonair · refined · stylish · dapper · sharp · sleek · tailored · chic · classy · tasteful
paisley
Curved teardrop textile motif
striped · checkered · houndstooth · gingham · geometric · medallion · solid · printed · bordered · abstract
wedding
Marriage rite and feast
ceremony · soiree · reception · prom · interview · cocktail party · opera · formal dinner · funeral · graduation
puff
Brief burst of air
- presidentialOf the highest office
- three-pointWorth extra from distance
- four-pointMulti-anchor restraint system
crown · straight · one-point · two-point · staircase · scallop · Cooper
- weddingwedding, wedding ring, marry, wedding ceremony, wedding rings
- accessoriesearrings, necklace, bracelet, watch, ring
- classic fashiontrench coat, blazer, pearls, tweed, cardigan
- formal eventsstate visit, ball, diplomatic visit, wedding, black dress
- formalwearball gown, tuxedo, evening gown, formal gown, tux
- gala accessoriesclutch purse, evening bag, tiara, bow tie, shawl
pocket squarehandkerchief
Pocket cloth for sniffles
tissue · snot rag · cleaning rag · bandana · napkin
pocket squaresweatpants
Casual athletic trousers
baseball cap · sweatband · fanny pack · flip-flops · cargo shorts
pocket squareunderwear
Clothing worn beneath
undershirt · money clip · hidden pocket · concealed holster · wallet
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