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Suits, classic or modern, have always been the mainstay in men’s fashion. Whether it is a formal business meeting or a wedding anniversary, at office or at a date men love to dress up in suits. From the golden days of Victorian Era to the present days, style and cut for men’s suit have changed radically but the popularity remained the same. Suits are still common attire for men on any formal or semi-formal occasions.

Suit might be a common thing to buy but there are certain points young men must consider while picking a suit for themselves. Wearing men’s suit is not about just looking good, how you carry it matters a lot. British people are very particular about wearing suits. The traditional style for men’s suit has derived from England. There are some well-defined ‘suit etiquettes’ for men. Following those not only reinforces your style statement it helps you build a good impression, especially among women - and who doesn’t care about it?

Whether it is a classic double breasted suit or a more relaxing sports jacket you like to put on, remember the following dress codes:

Buttoned or unbuttoned jacket – What’s the style?

One of the commonest and inevitable questions that come from the first time suit wearers is that – “Should I keep the jacket buttoned or unbuttoned?” The button stance differs from suit to suit and rules for buttoning the coat is determined by that.

For single-breasted suits you can tie the buttons as you wish. If you have a two button suit leave the buttons unfastened as it is the tradition. For a three-buttoned suit keeping the middle one fastened is the traditional style while taller men can button the top two buttons to create a perfect silhouette.

Whenever you sit down do not forget to unbutton your coat, unless it will create folds and make you look uncomfortable.

When double breasted suits, though not a first choice for young men, have six-on-two arrangement for buttons the best way is to keep the top pair needs to be buttoned. Otherwise you better keep all the buttons fastened.

How to choose the right tie?

The next expected question is – “How to pick the right tie for my suit?” When it comes to choosing neckties many people get confused about what colors to wear and what not.

The color of your tie should be at least two or three shades darker than your shirt. The lighter shade of the shirt on the background helps to highlight the tie. But the color of the tie should have some familiarity with the color of the suit. Pinstripes and other subdued patterns are also a traditional approach for matching ties with suits. On the contrary, when you are wearing a dark colored shirt choose a tie of light color and of course, a suit made of light colored fabric.

What’s the perfect way of tying a necktie?

The length and width of tie also do matter. The length of your tie should be in proportion to your coat’s lapel. Traditionally, a necktie is 3.25 inches wide and 56 inches long. Taller men can opt for longer ties. Typically the tip of the tie should touch the belt and the knot must cover the collar entirely.

However, suits are the most precious possessions in a man’s wardrobe. It’s not that you have to wear it the same old way. You can customize tailor made suits in your own style. After all, how you carry it is what matters in the end.