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"facebook dialogPinterestBlazer ($1,595), pants ($295), and shirt ($295) by Burberry Prorsum. Tie ($130) by Band of Outsiders. Pocket square ($65 for three) by Brooks Brothers.Photo by Jennifer Livingston. Styling by Eugene Tong. Grooming by Alejandra using Bumble and Bumble. Casting by Edward Kim at The Edit Desk. \n\nRule #1We've said it before and we'll say it again: Fit is everything. (See above.) Even the world's most expensive suit will look bad if it isn't tailored to the contours of your body.\n\nfacebook dialogPinterestSuit ($3,595) by Isaia. Shirt ($550) by Kiton. Tie ($150) by Alfred Dunhill. Belt ($295) by Ermenegildo Zegna. Shoes ($660) by Church's.Photo by Jennifer Livingston. Styling by Eugene Tong; Grooming by Alejandra using Bumble and Bumble; Casting by Edward Kim at The Edit Desk.\n\n Rule #2Some think button-down collars are for casual wear only, but they can work great with dressier looks as well.\n\nRule #3Polka dots are a great way to bring energy to a suit. Make sure they're big enough to be recognizable, but not so large that they're goofy.\n\nRule #4A tried-and-true pattern like herringbone or glen plaid in a muted shade makes an impression without crossing into the realm of garishness.\n\nRule #5Visible stitches around the edges of your lapels (called pick-stitching) aren't necessarily a sign of a well-made garment anymore. However, they can be an attractive decorative flourish\u2014as long as they're subtle. No contrast stitching!\n\nRule #6Some say you shouldn't cut the stitching in your jacket pockets, because putting objects in them will cause your jacket to lose its shape. Don't listen. It's pointless to have nonfunctional pockets, and a concert ticket or a business-card holder certainly won't do any damage.\n\nfacebook dialogPinterestSuit ($9,900) by Brioni. Shirt ($145) by BOSS Black. Tie ($225) by Isaia. Tie bar ($70) by Paul Stuart. Pocket square ($75) by Polo Ralph Lauren. Shoes ($1,015) by Herm\u00E8s.Photo by Jennifer Livingston. Styling by Eugene Tong. Grooming by Alejandra using Bumble and Bumble. Casting by Edward Kim at The Edit Desk.\n\nRule #7Some think three-pieces are stodgy, but when the waistcoat is cut close to the body and hemmed to the belt line, you'll look slim and modern.\n\nRule #8 Your tie bar should never be wider than your tie.\n\nRule #9The difference between classic and clich\u00E9 is often in the material. The timeless appeal of this gray suit begins with its super-luxe cashmere wool.\n\nRule #10Always unfasten your jacket buttons when you sit. No exceptions.\n\nRule #11Never fasten the bottom button of a double-breasted jacket (unless it has only a single row of buttons).\n\nRule #12Avoid over-accessorizing. If you're already wearing a pocket square and a tie bar, you'll want to reconsider that clever lapel pin.\n\nfacebook dialogPinterestSuit ($3,895) by Belvest. Shirt ($185) by Gitman Vintage. Tie ($195) by Michael Bastian. Pocket square ($25) by Club Monaco. Shoes ($660) by Church's.Photo by Jennifer Livingston. Styling by Eugene Tong. Grooming by Alejandra using Bumble and Bumble. Casting by Edward Kim at The Edit Desk.\n\nRule #13When wearing corduroy, steer clear of fusty wide wales, but don't go so narrow that the material starts to look like velvet.\n\n Rule #14A dark, patterned pocket square provides a welcome visual anchor to a light-colored suit.\n\n  Rule #15When it comes in a sandy tan rather than the usual rust or chocolate brown, this cold-weather suit gets a dose of sunny energy.\n\nRule #16Save the bulky shock-resistant sports watch for the gym or your outdoor-adventure excursions. It has no place with a suit.\n\nRule #17Save yourself some embarrassment: Always remove the stitching on the vents and the label on the left sleeve before wearing a new suit.\n\nRule #18It's fine to flip up the collar of a casual cotton jacket, but when you're dressed more formally (say, in a black suit), you should always leave the collar down.\n\nfacebook dialogPinterestSuit ($1,195) by Calvin Klein Collection. Shirt ($250) by Patrik Ervell. Shoes ($1,600) by Salvatore Ferragamo.Photo by Jennifer Livingston. Styling by Eugene Tong. Grooming by Alejandra using Bumble and Bumble. Casting by Edward Kim at The Edit Desk.\n\nRule #19When you go without a tie, it's best to keep your shirt collar on the smaller side.\n\nRule #20Call attention to special suit material\u2014like this marled wool\u2014by keeping your accessories to a minimum.\n\n  Rule #21Tailoring your pants a little bit short will add distinctiveness to your simple look.\n\nAdvice from a Suit-Maker\n\nPatrick Grant, the owner of the Savile Row fixtures Norton &amp;amp; Sons and E. Tautz, shares his tailoring tips.\n\nfacebook dialogPinterestPhoto by Donald Milne. Grooming by Neil Woolley.\n\nRule #22Get a Uniform\"Men do well when they find something that works for them and stick to it, rather than continually try to reinvent the wheel\u2014one of our customers must have 20 double-breasted jackets in the same cut. If you establish your own sense of style, you don't subject yourself to the vagaries of fashion.\"\n\n  Rule #23You Can't Beat English Tailoring\"I definitely have friends who wear Italian-style suits, which are softer and have less structure. But I prefer English tailoring, which gives suits more shape and a well-defined shoulder. To me, it just looks sharper.\"\n\nRule #24Mind Your Silhouette\"You can tell a good handmade suit by looking at it from 50 yards off\u2014it's about overall harmony and balance. The trousers should be slim, the shoulders narrow, the waist nipped.\"\n\nRule #25Don't Go Too Short\"A suit jacket should come down to the first knuckle on your thumb. Too many people are cutting short jackets now, and they just make men look too heavy in the middle.\"\n\nRule #26Keep Your Cuff Buttons Buttoned\"I think undoing the button on your cuff looks kind of naff. It doesn't signify quality anymore because there are plenty of working buttonholes done by machines.\"\n\nRule #27Go For Side Vents\"Most of the suits being made on Savile Row have two vents because it's considered almost cheap work to do fewer. A jacket with one vent or no vents uses much less cloth, and it's much less sewing.\"\n\nRule #28Gray-Flannel Suits Always Look Good \"They just work brilliantly with everything. They're elegant without being stuffy and look beautifully luxurious.\"\n\nWhat to Look for Before You Buy\n\nRule #29 \u2713 When your jacket is buttoned, you should be able to fit a fist between your chest and the fabric\u2014no more, no less.\n\nRule #30\u2713 Before buying a suit online, try it on in a store first to make sure the shoulders fit, as sizing varies widely among brands.\n\nRule #31\u2713 Your jacket sleeves should reveal about half an inch of shirt cuff. If they don't, try a short size instead\u2014you could save yourself a trip to the tailor later on.\n\nRule #32\u2713 Choose fabric according to how often you'll wear the suit. The most versatile option is a soft but durable wool like super 120 (a measure of yarn fineness; any higher is too delicate for daily use).\n\nRule #33\u2713 Your pants should sit at your waist (not your hips). You should be able to fit one finger into the waistband comfortably.\n\nCoats\n\nRemember, people see your coat before they see your suit. If you've gone to the trouble of putting together the perfect ensemble, you owe it to yourself to finish the look with the right top layer. Whether you want single- or double-breasted, a classic or a bold color, a solid shade or a pattern, there's a well-cut coat to suit you.  \n\nfacebook dialogPinterestCoat ($4,500) by Herm\u00E8s. Suit ($3,500) by Dior Homme. Shirt ($195) by Calvin Klein. Tie ($135) by Ralph Lauren Black Label.Photo by Jennifer Livingston. Styling by Eugene Tong; Grooming by Alejandra using Bumble and Bumble; Casting by Edward Kim at The Edit Desk.\n\nRule #34A double-breasted overcoat should be slim so it doesn't billow when open.\n\nfacebook dialogPinterestCoat ($885) by Luigi Bianchi. Blazer ($1,600) and pants ($585) by Adam Kimmel. Shirt ($225) by Hamilton. Tie ($150) by Alexander Olch.Photo by Jennifer Livingston. Styling by Eugene Tong; Grooming by Alejandra using Bumble and Bumble; Casting by Edward Kim at The Edit Desk.\n\nRule #35A slightly cropped overcoat will elongate your silhouette.\n\nfacebook dialogPinterestCoat ($2,080) by Dsquared2. Blazer ($425) and pants ($225) by J. Crew. Shirt ($125) by Polo Ralph Lauren. Tie ($70) by Club Monaco. Pocket square ($60) by Alexander Olch.Photo by Jennifer Livingston. Styling by Eugene Tong; Grooming by Alejandra using Bumble and Bumble; Casting by Edward Kim at The Edit Desk.\n\nRule #36A pattern is a great complement to a neutral suit.\n\nfacebook dialogPinterestCoat ($5,135) by Brunello Cucinelli. Suit ($3,295) by Billy Reid. Shirt ($90) by Club Monaco.Photo by Jennifer Livingston. Styling by Eugene Tong; Grooming by Alejandra using Bumble and Bumble; Casting by Edward Kim at The Edit Desk.\n\nRule #37Like a gray suit, a gray overcoat is always in fashion.\n\nfacebook dialogPinterestCoat ($10,960) by Kiton. Suit ($995) by BOSS Black. Shirt ($700) by Brioni. Tie ($155) by Ralph Lauren Black Label.Photo by Jennifer Livingston. Styling by Eugene Tong; Grooming by Alejandra using Bumble and Bumble; Casting by Edward Kim at The Edit Desk.\n\nRule #38Navy goes with any suit in your wardrobe\u2014including black.\n\nfacebook dialogPinterestCoat ($2,995) by Maison Martin Margiela. Blazer ($500), vest ($150), and pants ($158) by Banana Republic. Shirt ($495) by Alfred Dunhill. Tie ($50) by Express.Photo by Jennifer Livingston. Styling by Eugene Tong; Grooming by Alejandra using Bumble and Bumble; Casting by Edward Kim at The Edit Desk.\n\nRule #39Camel will give you the ultimate luxe look.\n\nShirt-and-tie Combos\n\nShow some personality by mixing and matching patterns and shades\u2014the contrast is what you're after.\n\nfacebook dialogPinterestShirt ($335) by Paul Smith London. Tie ($125) by Polo Ralph LaurenPhoto by Brian Finke. Styling by Lana Chiu. Grooming by Anna Bernabe/Exclusive Artists/Malin + Goetz. Casting by Edward Kim at The Edit Desk.\n\nRule #40Offset a bold tie with a subdued shirt.\n\nfacebook dialogPinterestShirt ($295) by Maison Martin Margiela. Tie ($125) by BOSS Selection.Photo by Brian Finke. Styling by Lana Chiu. Grooming by Anna Bernabe/Exclusive Artists/Malin + Goetz. Casting by Edward Kim at The Edit Desk.\n\nRule #41Modernize your winter knit tie by wearing it with a trim, shortened collar.\n\nfacebook dialogPinterestShirt ($495) by Isaia. Tie ($125) by Z Zegna.Photo by Brian Finke. Styling by Lana Chiu. Grooming by Anna Bernabe/Exclusive Artists/Malin + Goetz. Casting by Edward Kim at The Edit Desk.\n\nRule #42Two variations of the same color always look good together.\n\nfacebook dialogPinterestShirt ($395) by Ermenegildo Zegna. Tie ($135) by Gant Rugger.Photo by Brian Finke. Styling by Lana Chiu. Grooming by Anna Bernabe/Exclusive Artists/Malin + Goetz. Casting by Edward Kim at The Edit Desk.\n\nRule #43When you feel creative, pair dark chambray with a bright, spirited tie.\n\nfacebook dialogPinterestShirt ($700) by Brioni. Tie ($125) by Polo Ralph Lauren.Photo by Brian Finke. Styling by Lana Chiu. Grooming by Anna Bernabe/Exclusive Artists/Malin + Goetz. Casting by Edward Kim at The Edit Desk.\n\nRule #44The pattern-on-pattern look is office-appropriate without being predictable.\n\nShoes\n\nWith these updated styles, your biggest problem won't be figuring out how to wear them\u2014it'll be deciding which gorgeous pair to choose.\n\nfacebook dialogPinterestPhoto by Brad Bridgers. Styling by Victoria Petro-Conroy.\n\nRule #45An unexpected color like mossy green will bring out a new dimension in a navy suit.Fratelli Rossetti ($690)\n\nRule #46The Chelsea boot pairs perfectly with tapered trousers.Banana Republic ($158)\n\nRule #47 Worn with a black suit, a black suede captoe delivers a tonal match that will add some texture to your outfit.O'Keefe ($545)\n\nRule #48The black single-monk is the sleekest, most sophisticated, most versatile shoe around.Church's ($610)\n\nRule #49For a bit of Euro flair, wear a tasseled loafer with pants that graze the middle of your ankle.Tod's ($625)\n\nRule #50A dark-oxblood shoe is a beautiful complement to a charcoal-gray suit.John Lobb ($1,640)\n\nRule #51Brogue boots add the perfect rugged touch to your favorite casual suit.Allen Edmonds ($375)\n\nWatches\n\nDon't drag down your outfit with a substandard timepiece\u2014find one that shows you're fully invested in every last detail of your appearance.\n\nfacebook dialogPinterestPhoto by Brad Bridgers. Styling by Victoria Petro-Conroy.\n\nRule #52White face, gold indices, brown leather strap\u2014you can't go wrong.Movado ($795)\n\nRule #53Oversize, elegantly designed numerals add some panache.Panerai ($39,800)\n\nRule #54A tank watch, marked by its rectangular shape, spells refinement.Cartier ($14,200)\n\nRule #55An all-black timepiece is a great match for a solid-black or gray suit.Bell &amp;amp; Ross ($4,600)\n\nRule #56A watch your grandfather could have worn will look just as great on you.Omega ($6,800)\n\nRule #57You can wear a chronograph with a suit if it's simple.TAG Heuer ($5,100)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n"^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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