31/08/2016
Guide to Suit Lapel Styles....
1. Shawl Lapel :
This is also known as Dinner/Roll Lapel, first introduced in Victoria
smoking jacket. It is a more formal option than other
two (peak and notch lapel), this is the reason you’ll
see a shawl lapel suit quite rarely. The shape of this
lapel is completely rounded without any points and
notches, it start from your collar and go smoothly till
the button of your jacket through the covering and
making the classic V shape.
The Shawl collar tuxedo is usually worn in formal
events including Prom, wedding, cruise and in Black
tie events. Shawl lapel adds a good interest in your
personality and changes your look from an average
dressed guy to a dapper secret agent. Shawl lapels
are highly recommendable for Dinner Suits. If you
are considering buying a formal suit, such as an
every day suit (not tuxedo) then a shawl collar style
should be avoided.
Many people usually get confused about which suit
lapel will give them the best look, unfortunately
there isn’t any way to pick the best out of all the
lapel types since it depends on the occasion as well
as the look you want to pull off. Whichever lapel
suits you, go with it! But if you want to go with classic
and traditional look then shawl collar tuxedo is the
perfect choice.
If you have a slim body and bit longer than average
height than shawl lapel tuxedo or suit will
compliment your look without a doubt. But if you
have rounded face or body and over 38 waist size
then a shawl collar is not always a good option
because it will not be able to give you the desired
look.
2. The Peak Lapel : Peak lapel tuxedo are also very famous in formal
parties and events like Black tie events. The peak
lapel tuxedo is also very famous in formal parties
and events like Black tie events. It is the only type of
lapel that is common in both suits and tuxedo. There
are several theories behind the invention of the
tuxedo, but one thing is certain – this formal piece
originated with classic peak lapels. If you are one of
those guys who often get confused when it comes
to peak vs notch lapel dinner suits, and don’t know
which one will suit you better then here are
few quick tips.
Notch lapels suits all body types, but if you
have short height then the peak lapels might
work best for you.
Asides in Tuxedo, the peak lapels are also
common in tailcoat, and both single and
double breasted suits since its origin back in
1920.
Peak lapel suits and tuxedos are bit
more expensive as it is one of the most
challenging tasks in tailoring the suit, it also
needs great experience along with variety of
skills to construct.
Peaked collar styles are also recommended for
formal events like Prom, Black tie, and fancier
weddings or business parties. If you are fashion
forward guy and you have enough courage to try
different things instead of sticking to only one lapel
style, then going with peak lapel isn’t a bad option.
Again if you are still unsure regarding Shawl vs Peak
lapel then try going with the one that looks good on
you.
These kind of lapel are highly recommended for
people who have skinny body as well as short men
because the peak lapel collar points up near the
shoulder of your jacket and this helps remove the
attention from the short height by moving eyes
upward towards the shoulders, this illusion helps the
upper body by widening the chest of the guys with
short torso. Also a peak lapel is more formal and
always found on double breasted jackets.
3. The Notch Lapel Collar: Notched lapels are less formal than the previous two
(peak and shawl collar) we have already discussed,
these lapels are usually found in modern tuxedo
styles that are fairly non-traditional. On the other
side notch lapel suits are most common for the
individuals who are supposed to wear suits every
day at office, it is known as the most common suit
lapel. Notched lapel was introduced much later than
both shawl and peaked lapels and probably in early
1980’s. Just like the shawl lapel type it starts with
your collar and close to shoulders of your jacket.
Both shawl and peaked lapel are perfect to wear
with dinner jackets in events such as black tie
events. Although notch collar are modern and quite
popular but it can still give you a casual look and
that’s why it is not usually allowed to wear in black
tie affairs. But you can feature a notch lapel in your
wedding tuxedo, and any fashion forward parties.
Notched lapel collar can work well for men of all
sizes, if you are slim, then ensure you choose
jackets with slim/thin lapels while if you are on the
big size ensure you wear a wider notch lapel type.
Final Thoughts : Now I’m sure as you’ve gone through this post you
have much more knowledge about the suit lapel
types. It is extremely important to remember all the
crucial points which we have discussed here and let
it guide you when next you are making your next
suit.
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