Cotton Pocket Square Fold

So you may be wondering how to fold a silk pocket square into a square fold.

Cotton pocket square fold.

In ancient egypt a cloth akin to a handkerchief was commonly carried by the working man. In general this type of a fold looks best with linen or cotton pocket squares which have a bit of stiffness to them. Pocket squares are simple and easy to fold follow this simple guide and you will be folding a pocket square in no time. Cotton or linen materials work best for this pocket square fold.

Tie bar sells pocket squares in silk cotton linen and wool fabrics and has the biggest selection of pocket squares for every occasion including work and weddings. A note on folding pocket squares. The roots of this once functional piece of fabric can be traced back thousands of years. The pocket square is a charming accessory that has seen a huge surge in popularity over the past decade.

Make each fold the same size and the pocket square roughly the width of your pocket. Just be sure to use a beefed up fold to give the square some oomph. Tuck the flat bottom of the fold into your pocket and snug it all the way down until the vertical edges of the pocket square are completely hidden. Pocket squares made out of cotton tend to be thin and prone to creasing.

Remember the goal is to make your pocket square the perfect finishing touch not to distract from the rest of your outfit. The flat pocket square is a simple elegant fold that pairs well with a tuxedo or other black tie wear.