How to Fold a Pocket Scarf

Many men place a pocket square in their suit jackets.

A pocket scarf is more commonly known as a pocket square, worn in the pockets of men's suit jackets. Most men choose a pocket square that matches their tie or shirt, folding it in a basic manner. Though there are dozens of ways to fold a pocket square, one is more common than the rest and is the one you are most likely to see men sporting on a regular basis. It is called the one point pocket square fold and it is a simple and elegant way to add a little flair to your basic suit.

Instructions

1. Place your pocket square, unfolded onto a flat surface. Turn the square so that one corner is pointing upwards and another is pointing down. Fold the bottom corner of the pocket square upward so that the tip of the bottom evenly meets the tip of the top.

2. Take hold of the left corner of the partially folded pocket square and fold it halfway to the middle of the pocket square. The left corner should rest firmly in the center of the pocket square. Repeat this step with the right corner of the pocket square.

3. Put your pocket square into the chest pocket of your suit jacket. Adjust the size of the square as needed to fit it into your pocket. The only part visible to the public is the top of the square, so you can tuck and fold the remainder of the square as much as needed to make it fit properly.

References

• Sam Hober: How to Fold a Pocket Square