What are some of the different aspects of formalwear jackets?
Single-breasted vs. Double-breasted: Single-breasted jackets have the same size fronts that meet in the center, with the option of leaving the jacket buttoned or unbuttoned. Double-breasted jackets overlap and button to the side. Double-breasted jackets should remain buttoned. Notch Lapel: This lapel has a “notch”… Most men’s suits have notch lapels. Peak Lapel: This jacket has a lapel which has a point. Shawl: This jacket has a rounded lapel. Back to Top Q – What type of fabric is used for formalwear? The standard fabric is worsted wool, which is generally up to 75 TPI (threads per square inch). There are also Super 100’s, Super 110’s and Super 120’s which is progressively softer wool. They have 100 TPI, 110 TPI and 120 TPI respectively.