Style 101: The Case for 2-Button Jackets

Many punches have been thrown in the 2-Button vs. 3-Button jacket debate, and while there will probably never be a clear winner, we would like to throw our weight behind the 2-button camp. Our argument emphasizes the visual lines created by the cut of the jacket instead of any stylistic of fashionisitic differences. Sticking to classic, flattering lines is always appropriate, and the deeper V created by the 2-button cut beats the boxy 3-button any day. And in honor of football season, we’re using telestrator technology to teach.

10 Essentials: Jen

Female, 29, Los Angeles, Fashion

10 Essentials: Jay

Male, 29, Los Angeles, Engineering

Men are lucky, I think, in that we don’t necessarily need extensive wardrobes to be well dressed, and the less we give in to contemporary fashion trends, the better off we are. A few staple items are really all it takes to be able to dress for almost any occasion. If clothes fit well and meet or exceed expectations of appropriateness (wearing a polo when a t-shirt would be acceptable), the rest comes down to details and individual style. Using essential elements as the wardrobe foundation, building good individual style is as simple as mixing, matching, and adding in some elements of freshness.