How to Wear a French Cuff Shirt With a Suit
French cuff shirts retain their air of elegance and style and lift one of the basic male garments above the level of mundane. Whenever a man elevates his way of dressing, it's necessary to do it with confidence. The best-dressed men own the looks they create, and carry off their choices effortlessly. A French cuff shirt and choice cuff links with a well-cut suit makes a sharp impression. To fulfill the promise of this sophisticated combination, learn the basics of wearing this style. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Select the French cuff shirt. Check for fit at the collar and sleeve length. According to Glenn O'Brien, Style Guy for the "Gentlemen's Quarterly" website, a half-inch of cuff should extend from the end of the suit coat sleeve.
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Choose cuff links. The Men's Flair website recommends wearing double-sided cuff links to make the most of the double cuff, and inserting them before putting the shirt on.
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Put on the shirt. Fold the cuff up and line up the openings for the cuff links. Put each link through each cuff. According to the A Tailored Suit website, fabric knots--also referred to as silk knots--remain an acceptable option, and it's best to have a selection available to wear with French cuff shirts.
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Don the suit.
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Pull the French cuffs so that a 1/2 inch of cuff shows below the end of the jacket sleeve.
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Tips & Warnings
Select cuff links that coordinate with any other metals you wear: ring, watch, stick pin or tie tack. Choose classic cuff links.
Avoid excessively large cuff links or anything too flashy. French cuffs look best with understated cuff links to enhance the elegant appearance of the shirt and cuffs.
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