The Pocket Square. 22 Essential Folds

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by A.C. Phillips

Why we have selected this book:

Handkerchiefs have undergone a major transformation since their introduction to Europe at the end of the 14th century – this small, elegant volume focuses on silk handkerchiefs specifically for the breast pocket of a jacket and the different ways in which they can be folded. The elegantly illustrated, dark blue, white and orange edition is accompanied by short descriptions and quotes from fashion experts and style icons. A tempting gift for the true gentleman and dandy!

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Description

Book Overview from the Publisher:

‘Pocket handkerchiefs are optional, but I always wear one’ Frank Sinatra

When, where and how should a gentleman wear the perfect pocket square? This guide features the essential 22 pocket square folds, for linen, cotton and silk, from the simple and elegant ‘Presidential’ to the complex and flamboyant ‘Bouquet’ fold.

As well as brief descriptions and advice on when to wear each style, the book provides easy-to-follow diagrams of how to wear each fold with panache. Style icons from every decade – Cary Grant, Oscar Wilde, the Duke of Windsor, Fred Astaire, JFK and Yves Saint Laurent – offer style inspiration.

The Pocket Square is the essential gift for the fashion-conscious man-about-town wishing to experiment with the endless possibilities of this precious piece of fabric and turn it into the ultimate signature of their style.

This book is brought by Thames and Hudson , ISBN 9780500518861

Additional information

Weight 0.493 kg
Dimensions 21.6 × 1.8 × 15.7 cm
Author

ISBN

9780500518861

Publisher

Pages

160

Format

Hardback

Language

Illustrations

Illustrated throughout