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If in previous articles we talked about how important certain pieces of clothing are, in this article I will talk about another must-have piece for the contemporary gentleman, which is the men's jacket.
The men's jacket is the garment worn on the upper part of the body. Considered to be the garment that can change the style of the outfit, from formal to semi-formal, or from casual to smart casual, the men's jacket has been, is, and will be a symbol of masculine elegance.
In the following lines I will review a few aspects regarding the history and styles of a men's jacket, and I will also mention a few of the materials it can be made of.
The amazing history of a men's jacket
Specialized magazines, as well as books in the world of fashion, record the 19th century as the beginning of wearing a men's jacket, as part of the naval uniform of the British Royal Navy, which was known for its navy color and brass buttons.
Given that the Royal Navy was highly appreciated by the British, both the uniform and their way of behaving were appreciated, the navy jacket was easily adopted by the general population.
This transition took place in the 20th century, the elegant cut that followed the lines of the body, the stylistic elements, made a jacket be worn also at formal events.
Given that there was a precedent in wearing this type of men's jacket, the navy-colored jacket was the first jacket model adopted in formal wear, its characteristics being quite similar to those of the jacket worn by the British Navy: identical color, gold or brass buttons.
Over time and under the impact of contemporary fashion influences, the cut of a jacket so that it fits different body types.
Here I mention a few types of cuts that offer a distinct masculine elegance:
The Tailored Fit cut is a modern cut, following the line of the body, but offering the comfort and mobility that a man needs. After all, wearing a jacket should be a pleasure and not a burden. It is absolutely necessary that we, Couture For Gentlemen, work on the Tailored Fit pattern.
The Relaxed Fit cut, which is a very loose cut, suitable for casual outfits, such a jacket being cut as simply as possible, shoulder pads missing or even if they are used, they are very thin.
From the point of view of current styles, but also materials, a men's jacket can have different styles, from the classic, to the elegant (suitable for tuxedo-type outfits), from the striped one for styles that command respect, to the dandy style, specific to outfits that are distinctive in terms of color.
Classic wool, linen, cotton remain the classic materials from which a men's jacket can be made, cashmere and silk being intended for luxury jackets.
Modern styles of a men's jacket
By paying due attention to a jacket, elegant relaxed, semi-formal or formal styles can be obtained, depending on the combination of the other clothing pieces.
For example, if a jacket is paired with a pair of jeans and a polo shirt, an elegant smart casual look can be obtained.
If it is paired with a pair of pants in an elegant contrast, for example, a navy jacket is paired with a pair of gray fabric pants, a style perfect for the business environment is obtained.
From the point of view of current styles, we mention a few jacket models.
The Dandy jacket, which in my point of view, is the jacket that gives you classic masculine elegance, masculine individuality and the possibility of creating countless outfits.
It appeared following the Dandy movement of the 19th century, who were known for their courage to approach different styles of clothing that were against the fashion of the time.
The unique details that a dandy jacket has, the materials it is made of combined with classic clothing pieces, can create outfits with personality. The particularities of this men's jacket are the vibrant colors, the prints found on it, paisley prints, checks.
The materials from which dandy jackets are made can be mixtures between wool and velvet, or even denim, obtaining most of the time a men's jacket that can be adapted to several types of outfits.
The Dandy jacket has kept its purpose throughout its history to create unique styles and to offer every gentleman the individuality he needs to stand out in the crowd.
The double-breasted jacket, which has withstood the influences of fashion, being a symbol of masculine style
A double-breasted jacket is characterized by the number of buttons on its front part, by the more fitted cut around the waist, but also by the fact that it offers a multitude of clothing interpretations.
The 20th century is the most representative period, this type of men's jacket being highly appreciated in the Hollywood cinematic world.
Stars such as Cary Grant, Steve McQueen and others, easily adopted the double-breasted jacket.
Its particularities are the buttons arranged in two rows, the same number of buttons on each side, the pointed lapels that are quite long, the interior buttons that fix the front parts of the jacket and the cut that follows the line of the waist in a more elegant way.
The double-breasted jacket is suitable both for formal events, the appropriate colors being navy, black or charcoal gray, combined with a pair of light-colored pants, but also for business meetings, when it is paired with a pair of pants of the same color or a dark color.
The cut of this men's jacket is closer to the body, offering a distinct modern style, and from the point of view of the materials from which this type of jacket can be made, wool is the most suitable material, with or without different patterns.
The double-breasted jacket is, without a doubt, the garment that has kept its symbol of masculine elegance, offering authority, a modern look and utility, by the fact that it can be worn both at formal events, as well as informal ones.
The importance of a men's jacket
The jacket must be appreciated, without a doubt, by all gentlemen who appreciate quality clothing. It is our symbol, of men, it is the piece that can help us command respect.
It can be worn both at formal events, as well as informal ones, both casual styles, as well as sophisticated styles can be obtained.