The Town Squire menswear employee Ben Inscore models a pre-folded pocket square.
The Town Squire menswear store displays pocket squares in a variety of colors.Flat Pocket Square FoldThe classic and elegant pocket square was initially popular in the 1920s. It’s also called the “presidential fold” and is worn by Daniel Craig in the latest James Bond films.1. Lay the pocket square on a flat surface and straighten it with the palm of your hands.2. Fold one side over to create a rectangle. Fold the edge to create a strong crease that stays in shape.3. Fold one side up. How much you fold up depends on the depth of the jacket’s breast pocket.4. Carefully tug the pocket square into the jacket and give some final styling. The final look should almost appear like a sheet of paper is sticking out of your breast pocket. Ideally only 1/4 to 1/2 inch is showing.Source: tie-knots.org/how-to-fold-pocket-squares.html
Dapper has gone mainstream.
The pocket square, the carefully folded and creased handkerchief-like piece of fabric that men slip into the breast pocket of a dress jacket, is no longer limited to formal attire for a black-tie event or wedding. It’s showing up in the workplace, in church and, especially, on celebrities and sports stars.
“It’s not a trend, it’s a fashion statement for men,” says Larry McDaniel, owner of The Town Squire menswear store in Cleveland, Tenn. “The pocket square, or pocket silk, has long been a menswear classic accessory, but I first saw an increase in their popularity about five years ago.”
Most recently, celebrities like Justin Timberlake, Bruce Willis, Marcus Mumford of Mumford & Sons and Baltimore Ravens linebacker Terrell Suggs are sporting pocket squares.