A man must have one decent suit in his closet.

This is absolutely not correct, which is the first thing we have to learn as men.

Its these items that were going to cover, so that you know what each piece means for you.

Types of Suits

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You should have unrestricted movement of your arms and the line should follow your body without pads sticking out.

This shoulder pop in is marked by a little puff with pleats where the sleeve seam hits the shoulder.

If you dont have a physique to show off, skip it.

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More formal than others and almost always seen on double-breasted suits.

These come in three styles: peak, notched, and shawl.

Notched

Think of notched lapels as business class.

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These are found on most business suits as they are neither too formal nor too casual.

You wont typically find themon a tuxedo, but on workaday wear.

They almost never have a button-hole, since theyre intended for lounging, not dressing to impress.

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Breasts

The two most notable suit types are the double and single-breasted.

These are easily distinguished based on the buttons.

They often have notched lapels.

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Instead of closing directly in the center,double-breasted suitsbutton on one side, usually the wearers right.

These have more fabric and cut a bigger, bolder frame.

Theyre more formal than single-breasted suits and worn to make a statement.

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These are common on tuxedos.

Vents

Suit vents come in the double and single vented, as well as ventless.

If wearing this, consider removing your jacket and hanging it when taking a seat.

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Suit Buttons

Here were referring to the closure buttons that hold the suit in place.

When wearing a suit with more than one button, you should always leave the very bottom button open.

Even when seated, the middle button should remain closed.

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They will be arranged in three ways: spaced, kissing, stacked.

Spaced

Spaced buttons are defined by having fabric visible between the buttons.

Considered the least formal, though rarely noticed.

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This is the most formal arrangement.

In truth, this style almost never happens and isnt thought to be formal or informal, just unusual.

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Stacked Sleeve Buttons - types of suits

Kissing Sleeve Buttons - types of suits

Spaced Sleeve Buttons - types of suits

Six Button - types of suits

Three Button - types of suits

Two Button - types of suits

Single Button - types of suits

No Vent - types of suits

Single Vent - types of suits

Double Vent - types of suits

Patch Pockets - types of suits

Ticket Pocket - types of suits

Angled Pocket - types of suits

Flap Pockets - Types of suits

Jetted Pockets - types of suits

Double Breasted - types of suits

Single Breasted - types of suits

Shawl Lapels - types of suits

Notched Lapels - types of suits

Peak Lapels - types of suits

Sack - types of suits

Structured - types of suits

Fitted - types of suits

Roped Shoulder - types of suits

Straight Shoulders - types of suits

Sloped Shoulder - types of suits

Different Types of Suits