Taking a vested interest!
There are many different ways to accentuate your suit.
One of the best ways to accentuate your suit is by adding a vest. By adding a vest to make a 3-piece suit, you can lend an even classier look to your two-piece suit. If you are looking to try the 3-piece look, I would suggest getting the vest when purchasing the suit. This way you can be sure to match the vest and suit colors to keep the same classy look.
However, you can make the suit a little more trendy by changing up the color of the vest. The 3-piece suit will still be classy, but you will be adding a little more personal expression and style. A two-toned 3-piece is a fun and classy way to go.
A vest also provides a layering effect. It’ll insulate you better for the colder months. Another aspect the vest provides is tie stability. When wearing a vest, your tie will stay confined and in the same place, and I think it adds to your look. When you are not wearing a vest, a tie bar is a great accessory to pin your tie to your shirt to keep it in it’s proper place.
Lastly, I have had several questions in regards to the buttoning of the vest. Men ask me if they should leave the bottom button undone, or button it like the rest of the buttons on the vest.
To answer this question of buttoning the last button on the vest, I’m going to look back in history. According to legend, King Edward VII was too large for his vest, so he unbuttoned the bottom button. Since he was king, all followed in his footsteps. This is one of the first known references to this trend. However, it is also a designer thing and personal preference.
Either way is correct. But, I will say that if your jacket is unbuttoned, then your vest should be buttoned all the way. If your jacket is buttoned you can relax the last button on the vest. That’s my personal preference.
Let us know what you think. Vest or no vest? Button that bottom button or not?
