Great advice especially about the patterns and neckwear. The most important thing about double breasted suits is the fit. Mine is a hand me down, and it was made in the early 1990's. It's a "vintage" suit, but the quality of the fit makes up for its somewhat dated look.
- Great vid, thanks for posting it. I'm tidying my wardrobe and needed the guidance. - Very glad to hear you confirm my instinct that the double-breasted suit has extra respect. - Also glad to learn about the anchor button - I found it, the fit is much nicer now. - Surprised your trou are so short! And both the suit and trou also so uncomfortably tight! - The suit is visibly wrinkle-pulling at the button, presumably despite the anchor button. - But I'm much older. Mine is a less-snug fit suit. Yesterday, my tailor suggested trou length (in stockinged feet) be to the floor, which I agreed to. (Shoes then take it an inch off the floor, the shoes still mostly visible. I have to admit your shoes are so snazzy they deserve showing though. =) - Thanks again. I've subscribed. =)
Great video. The d/b is my style. Once you get the button patterns that work for you to create the proper lines, it does exactly what you state, OG. ROCK ON.!
Just picked up my 1st DBS last night. A dark blue herringbone. I'm very excited to try it out in public. Thanks for the video, made me that much more confident about that purchase.
I agree with every single one of the points apart from the one about not buttoning the bottom button. Back when the double breasted suit was at it's peak during the reign of King Albert everyone would wear the suit with both top and bottom buttons done up. The reason this went out of fashion is because King Albert, due to all the niceties and fine dining he had available to him, was extremely fat. So much so that he couldn't do up the bottom button of his double breasted suit's. As such everyone else wanted to mimic the way the King dressed and when on royal business people did not want to make the King feel uncomfortable with not being able to button the bottom button. As such people started to wear the suit with the bottom button undone which eventually became a "rule" of fashion. But we need to remember that it was simply because someone was too fat to wear their suit properly, so people shouldn't be afraid of doing up the bottom button on their jacket's because at the end of the day it's about confidence and style is down to yourself. If you have the confidence to wear a double breasted suit you should also have the confidence to wear it in whatever way that you want to. I just thought it was an interesting story about the double breasted and why not buttoning the bottom button may not actually be the "right" way of wearing the jacket.
Suits in the '50s were trim and not boxy, though don't know how easy to find. Mine was my Grandfather's, similar build, fits me perfectly, and don't mind has a very subtle pinstripe. Now thanks to this have additional way to wear (thought a turtleneck be too informal clashing).
Great vid. I just had an all black double Breast tapered & tailored. (slim cut) Had to come here to make sure of the dos and don'ts when rocking it. Thanks you for posting. By the way, I'm subscribed to your channel.
Hell yeah I rock that DB suit, and blazers too! I've got a couple suits: one that's navy on navy pinstripe, and another that's light grey with ecru pin. Those suits (esp the grey) are among my mist complimented! Of the two DB blazers I wear, one is black with a blue-black shadow stripe, the other is a grey melange. I ALWAYS go for the 6 button DB. What about you Jeff?
I like your videos before I even watch them, bro. I'm an old hood cat with a closet full of Dickies, Chucks, & Long Tees. Trying to grow the style up & I really appreciate the work you're doing, cuz.
I feel like if you stick to conservative shirt/tie combos, you can be bold with the color/pattern of the db suit itself and vice versa. The streamlined cut of a good db makes it work. I have a forest green/teal pinstripe db that's absolutely killer. Sounds flashy but when all the other pieces are solid (ex white dress shirt and solid tie) it really works.
I like the do's and don'ts, but I have to work up to rocking it without the shirt and tie. Maybe you could encourage people to add pictures of them using your tips. Just a thought.
Hey Jeffery great video. I am a 17 y/o from a warm climate country with a tone like yours. I don't usually wear suits. Id only need them for parties and interviews. I am going for a black suit with chalk stripes. Should i get it single breasted or double breasted. Or should i go for a solid grey suit? I wanna stand out that's all Thanks Cheers
Spot on And double breasted blazer w gold buttons can make for a great look too, im looking for a navy one maybe corneliani or cornerliani for polo ralph Lauren, the cuts are superb, I've got a great summer weight wool one by ungaro w gold buttons that looks great w tan or ivory-cream trousers for warmer weather also playing w idea of thrifting one w silver buttons if I can find one just to cut off the buttons and modify an existing gold buttoned one
Yes, I love wearing a double breasted suit. But, I do have a question. How would you put together a medium blue pin striped double breasted suit. The tie is my concern
Philly Jeff, thanks again for a nice topic. I like the brown fit better. Looks like you grew an inch since you got that blue one. 🤭 Let them blue trousers down an inch young man! Good luck to your Eagles today broham. Saltue!
Just found this video in your back catalogue. About to comisison a double breasted MTM suit. Love your advice. I'm going for a Navy Glen Check (no window pane) 4x2 with peak lapel. Can't wait
No problem! Some quick questions for you if you don’t mind me asking. 1) What length are you tailoring the jacket sleeves? Are those 1/2 inch or 1 inch shorter than the shirt? 2) I put on one of my suit jackets today and noticed the lapels are standing away from my chest. I’ve worn the suit recently and haven’t noticed this. Could this be happening because of a change in posture? I don’t normally slouch, but I was purposely standing with a more erect posture and my chest out. Could lapel darts fix this problem or could the jacket be too small because I wasn’t standing with an erect posture when I was fitted? 3) Is there any way to have a suit tailored so that the collar allows you to show that 1 inch of shirt collar underneath? I’ve spoken to tailors and they all say you never want to lower the collar. One even said showing your shirt collar “doesn’t matter” (definitely won’t be going to him). Is this something that can be taken into consideration when getting a bespoken suit made? I’m about to turn 30 so I’m trying to learn all I can about the suit game lol. Thanks for the feedback bro.
I love my DB suits especially my wide peak lapel white Pinstriped Navy Blue suit, a little tip for us guys In hotter climates, instead of rocking a turtle neck simply put a nice solid pressed T-Shirt on backwards and the collar will be about as high as a turtleneck collar, just don’t take your Jacket off and ruin the illusion.
I know I’m late but I thinking of buying one to wear to prom (yes I’m “that” guy) and this sold me thank you 😀👍 Edit would one with thin white stripes be ok or would a block colour be better
Echo that I work downtown Houston TX and it’s a good mix of style and pace. You cannot go wrong with classics navy suit white shirt , try to keep your tie lighter than your suit if you can if u go grey than reverse that line of thought. Avoid black suits if u can- white shirt or light blue is always a slam dunk
I've tried double breasted suits on but they don't seem to look right but maybe I just need to have them tailored which is highly likely. As Jeff pointed out, double breasted suits have slim down over the years so perhaps I should try them again. I will look for a Navy double-breasted. Maybe a blue tie with a bit of red in it for some pop?
I should note you can button the bottom button on double-breasted and it is the more traditional way but it could potentially interfere with sitting down. Leaving it undone makes it look a little more casual but it doesn't interfere with the draping at all unlike single-breasted. Double-breasted is typically buttoned at all times and just looks sloppy unbuttoned due to the extra fabric.
You are wrong on one major point. You can wear it unbuttoned standing. Heavier men should invest in blazers instead of the suit. My family owned a men's clothing store since 1962 until 1989. I started in 1977 at 9years old and left the business in 2003. The suit has evolved and todays fashions are atrocious. Remember Fashion goes out of style. Style is never out of fashion-Alexander Julian
Great Video, never wear socks that have white in them. As I was looking at your stands the only thing I saw was your socks that screamed “I’m here”. Also your pants are short. Double breasted power image suit shouldn’t be short in the pants. Your not 21 wearing a sporty suit. If you are wearing it short get rid of the tie and shirt wear a sweater and 3 button jacket and no socks. Suits can be worn with short legged pants but need to consider your age and where this is going to be worn. Not a business look. Just advise all is good.
Hey Jeff. This is the first time that I viewed one of your suit fashion wear style videos for men. I really liked the double breasted suit that you are wearing until it got to the 4:06 counter mark showing the trousers. That tapered tailored look of the pants worn above the top of the shoes in my opinion ruined the suit. I myself don't want my socks or shoe laces to show unless I happen to be sitting down. Whenever I see a young or older guy wearing a suit that has the pants draped nicely over the top of his shoes with a good break, especially if the pants are cuffed ( The only way I wear a suit) it shows me that the guy has a great sense of style. A guy dressed in a suit suit tailored in that fashion will get props from me whether verbal or mental.
@@TheStyleOG I apologize for blasting your style of dress. I have a couple of male acquaintances who also have a preference of wearing their suit pants in the same fashion as you displayed..We often have debates on what we perceive does and does not look good in today's mens suit styles.I did view another one of your video seminars about mens watches. It was right on point. May you have an enjoyable holiday season.
Jeff, you look like a Kingsman in that double breasted suit. You have my vote for the new Lancelot in the third movie.
Thanks Josh. I’ll have to been on the lookout for casting!
One thing I got from this video, "The double-breasted suit makes a statement on its own"
When a suit is "intimidating" or "old fashioned" you should wear it anyway.
No suit is old fashioned, people jus stopped wearing it, but it is still relevant.
Facts man
Really helpful video as always & one more thing i would like to add is that its not unbuttoned while sitting like other suits.
I sneak and unbutton it while seated...
I'm doin some research into DB suits and find this guy, I love this guy already!!!? SUBBEDDDDDDD
Nice suits! That is one suit that I had never considered. Thanks!
Thanks Mario!
Great advice especially about the patterns and neckwear. The most important thing about double breasted suits is the fit. Mine is a hand me down, and it was made in the early 1990's. It's a "vintage" suit, but the quality of the fit makes up for its somewhat dated look.
always appreciate the input Frederick!
- Great vid, thanks for posting it. I'm tidying my wardrobe and needed the guidance.
- Very glad to hear you confirm my instinct that the double-breasted suit has extra respect.
- Also glad to learn about the anchor button - I found it, the fit is much nicer now.
- Surprised your trou are so short! And both the suit and trou also so uncomfortably tight!
- The suit is visibly wrinkle-pulling at the button, presumably despite the anchor button.
- But I'm much older. Mine is a less-snug fit suit. Yesterday, my tailor suggested trou length (in stockinged feet) be to the floor, which I agreed to. (Shoes then take it an inch off the floor, the shoes still mostly visible. I have to admit your shoes are so snazzy they deserve showing though. =)
- Thanks again. I've subscribed. =)
Welcome to the channel and thanks for the input Bruce!
Great video. The d/b is my style. Once you get the button patterns that work for you to create the proper lines, it does exactly what you state, OG. ROCK ON.!
Just picked up my 1st DBS last night. A dark blue herringbone. I'm very excited to try it out in public. Thanks for the video, made me that much more confident about that purchase.
way to go Soldier! love a double breasted suit..
The Style O.G. it's surprisingly comfortable
Love the last look-book with the Turtleneck OG Jeff!😎🎉💯
Works well for networking events.
You sir are a man of great culture & style.
Appreciate it!
This video is the best! I wasn't sure about a DB suit. Now I'm im goin for it
I agree with every single one of the points apart from the one about not buttoning the bottom button. Back when the double breasted suit was at it's peak during the reign of King Albert everyone would wear the suit with both top and bottom buttons done up. The reason this went out of fashion is because King Albert, due to all the niceties and fine dining he had available to him, was extremely fat. So much so that he couldn't do up the bottom button of his double breasted suit's. As such everyone else wanted to mimic the way the King dressed and when on royal business people did not want to make the King feel uncomfortable with not being able to button the bottom button. As such people started to wear the suit with the bottom button undone which eventually became a "rule" of fashion.
But we need to remember that it was simply because someone was too fat to wear their suit properly, so people shouldn't be afraid of doing up the bottom button on their jacket's because at the end of the day it's about confidence and style is down to yourself. If you have the confidence to wear a double breasted suit you should also have the confidence to wear it in whatever way that you want to. I just thought it was an interesting story about the double breasted and why not buttoning the bottom button may not actually be the "right" way of wearing the jacket.
Suits in the '50s were trim and not boxy, though don't know how easy to find. Mine was my Grandfather's, similar build, fits me perfectly, and don't mind has a very subtle pinstripe. Now thanks to this have additional way to wear (thought a turtleneck be too informal clashing).
Update this my man, and the young one’s looking sharper again.
Love your channel Brother! Glad I have notifications.
Thanks Dustin!
Style OG like that stylish uncle I never had. Thank you for your work😎
Thats quite a compliment Jessie!
Great vid. I just had an all black double Breast tapered & tailored. (slim cut) Had to come here to make sure of the dos and don'ts when rocking it. Thanks you for posting. By the way, I'm subscribed to your channel.
Much appreciated King!
Where did you get the brown suit from? it looks awsome!
Hell yeah I rock that DB suit, and blazers too! I've got a couple suits: one that's navy on navy pinstripe, and another that's light grey with ecru pin. Those suits (esp the grey) are among my mist complimented!
Of the two DB blazers I wear, one is black with a blue-black shadow stripe, the other is a grey melange.
I ALWAYS go for the 6 button DB. What about you Jeff?
I'm a 6 button man Ben!
DB will be my next suit Fam... you've convinced me.
you will love it Matthew
I like your videos before I even watch them, bro. I'm an old hood cat with a closet full of Dickies, Chucks, & Long Tees. Trying to grow the style up & I really appreciate the work you're doing, cuz.
Much appreciate King!
I want a navy blue one and a grey one. Nice looking suits and stylish. Great video 🖒🖒 Salute 😎
Thanks Dee!
The Style O.G. you're welcome
That DB aint playin
Thanks!
Awesome video! I have been looking for a Dbs to wear to prom and your video inspired my look. I’m doing it with the turtleneck.. thanks
Appreciate it King!
Direct and on point. Great video. Keep looking sharp.
Appreciate it!
Great styling ideas
Thanks Felix!
Great look my brother. I'm looking forward to getting a Navy blue. Thx for a great video 👍
Thanks Sony!
Great video! That second look is Great!! Good job!
Thank you! Cheers!
Excellent informational clip. Thank you
Glad it was helpful!
Great style Jeff. Im loving the channel..
I feel like if you stick to conservative shirt/tie combos, you can be bold with the color/pattern of the db suit itself and vice versa. The streamlined cut of a good db makes it work. I have a forest green/teal pinstripe db that's absolutely killer. Sounds flashy but when all the other pieces are solid (ex white dress shirt and solid tie) it really works.
appreciate the input Lucas!
Jeff, can you salute me in your next few videos so I can have a great start of the week? :)
I''ll get you some time his week..
I like the do's and don'ts, but I have to work up to rocking it without the shirt and tie.
Maybe you could encourage people to add pictures of them using your tips. Just a thought.
Great idea Bill! I’m
There are different rules for double breasted suits the single breasted suits, such as: you CAN button the lower button, and I advise you do.
Nor should you unbutton it when you are sitting down, that is simply unprofessional when it comes to double breasted suits.
Hey Jeffery great video.
I am a 17 y/o from a warm climate country with a tone like yours.
I don't usually wear suits. Id only need them for parties and interviews. I am going for a black suit with chalk stripes.
Should i get it single breasted or double breasted. Or should i go for a solid grey suit?
I wanna stand out that's all
Thanks
Cheers
Love your videos O.G.!!!
glad to hear it JJ!
1st time that i subscribe to any video.... great advice thanks
Double breasted suits are the best imo. The ones with lines are awesome.
Spot on
And double breasted blazer w gold buttons can make for a great look too, im looking for a navy one maybe corneliani or cornerliani for polo ralph Lauren, the cuts are superb, I've got a great summer weight wool one by ungaro w gold buttons that looks great w tan or ivory-cream trousers for warmer weather also playing w idea of thrifting one w silver buttons if I can find one just to cut off the buttons and modify an existing gold buttoned one
the gold buttons are classic. I don't know why I've always shied away from them..
thanks for the wonderful info's
Yes, I love wearing a double breasted suit. But, I do have a question. How would you put together a medium blue pin striped double breasted suit. The tie is my concern
Jeff, that DB ain't playin
Thanks!
My great grandpa has a tan gianni versace double breasted and my grandpas name
Is George so since the pants have George
On the inside its do nice
Philly Jeff, thanks again for a nice topic. I like the brown fit better. Looks like you grew an inch since you got that blue one. 🤭 Let them blue trousers down an inch young man! Good luck to your Eagles today broham. Saltue!
Haha!!
Looking takeaway as always. Thanks once again boss!
Thanks Obioma!
Great video.
I am convinced I’m going to buy a brown double-breasted suit thanks Jeff
as you should!
Just found this video in your back catalogue. About to comisison a double breasted MTM suit. Love your advice. I'm going for a Navy Glen Check (no window pane) 4x2 with peak lapel. Can't wait
Sweet Lee!
You have excellent style.
Greetings from Belarus.
appreciate it!
Love your videos Jeffery, you are a very smart man, I love the positivity you give men, A Question Jeffery do you get all your suits fitted,
buy therm off the rack and the take them to a tailor..Appreciate the feedback Michael!
Never owned a double breasted suit. I've done DB waistcoats though. I need to try it out
give it a try Bunmi!
You can sew two 4 buttons to the places where they are meant to be
Thank you for the information 🔥✍🏽
No problem!!
Bro that chocolate suit is on point!
Thanks my G!
No problem! Some quick questions for you if you don’t mind me asking. 1) What length are you tailoring the jacket sleeves? Are those 1/2 inch or 1 inch shorter than the shirt? 2) I put on one of my suit jackets today and noticed the lapels are standing away from my chest. I’ve worn the suit recently and haven’t noticed this. Could this be happening because of a change in posture? I don’t normally slouch, but I was purposely standing with a more erect posture and my chest out. Could lapel darts fix this problem or could the jacket be too small because I wasn’t standing with an erect posture when I was fitted? 3) Is there any way to have a suit tailored so that the collar allows you to show that 1 inch of shirt collar underneath? I’ve spoken to tailors and they all say you never want to lower the collar. One even said showing your shirt collar “doesn’t matter” (definitely won’t be going to him). Is this something that can be taken into consideration when getting a bespoken suit made? I’m about to turn 30 so I’m trying to learn all I can about the suit game lol. Thanks for the feedback bro.
I think I'll start rocking the double breasted suit from now on. Really liked the first outfit! Great Video! Salute!! 🖖🖖🖖
Thanks Mr Basu!
thanks OG
Very nice. If the blue one's from J.Crew, what about the brown one?
J Crew as well Brandon
Good morning Jeff..you can't go wrong wearing a double breasted suit..peace brother!
You got that right!
I love my DB suits especially my wide peak lapel white Pinstriped Navy Blue suit, a little tip for us guys In hotter climates, instead of rocking a turtle neck simply put a nice solid pressed T-Shirt on backwards and the collar will be about as high as a turtleneck collar, just don’t take your Jacket off and ruin the illusion.
Nobody owns the double breasted suit look like Jeffrey Style O.G.,....nobody!
my man Anthony!
Anthony Johnson For real!!!
Where can I buy that brown suit from?
Awesome video! Where do you buy your suits? Super curious.
J Crew Ludlow
Awesome! Thanks for taking the time to reply.
Do you have a video on the style of jeans to wear with dress shoes
Word up bro!
I know I’m late but I thinking of buying one to wear to prom (yes I’m “that” guy) and this sold me thank you 😀👍
Edit would one with thin white stripes be ok or would a block colour be better
Nice vid
Thanks !
Can we wear it without a tie?
Can I wear it for my sister’s reception?
i say yes
I like the boxy suit tho
I just thought the button on the inside is just an extra button just in case one falls off, but I didn't know it has a function
Me too at first Daisy!
I’m not sure about having a check in a double breasted, surely it makes you look wider, for me use a plain or a broader stripe cloth
What color combinations would you recommend for a double breasted suit for a lawyer in court?
simple solid colors in both suits and shirt and tie combos..white and light blue dress shirts, solid or simple patterned ties..
Echo that I work downtown Houston TX and it’s a good mix of style and pace. You cannot go wrong with classics navy suit white shirt , try to keep your tie lighter than your suit if you can if u go grey than reverse that line of thought. Avoid black suits if u can- white shirt or light blue is always a slam dunk
I've tried double breasted suits on but they don't seem to look right but maybe I just need to have them tailored which is highly likely. As Jeff pointed out, double breasted suits have slim down over the years so perhaps I should try them again. I will look for a Navy double-breasted. Maybe a blue tie with a bit of red in it for some pop?
I should note you can button the bottom button on double-breasted and it is the more traditional way but it could potentially interfere with sitting down. Leaving it undone makes it look a little more casual but it doesn't interfere with the draping at all unlike single-breasted. Double-breasted is typically buttoned at all times and just looks sloppy unbuttoned due to the extra fabric.
You must be beside yourself right now Jeff. I want a doublebreast suit for real
We are the Champions!!
Jeff - is it only me or do peak lapels look better with a DB suit?
Yes Sir!
Good Sir.
Thanks Mridula!
i should try
try it Hasan!
Great video! I really like the turtle neck look, but can/should you wear a pocket square with the turtle neck look?
You are wrong on one major point. You can wear it unbuttoned standing. Heavier men should invest in blazers instead of the suit. My family owned a men's clothing store since 1962 until 1989. I started in 1977 at 9years old and left the business in 2003. The suit has evolved and todays fashions are atrocious. Remember Fashion goes out of style. Style is never out of fashion-Alexander Julian
What color of turtleneck should be with a grey double-breasted suit?
navy or black..
I got one but the anchor button is at the bottom row. And I can only button the bottom buttons. I screwed up buying didn’t I
oh no!
Now what 🤯
goodwill.....
a db is a suit you can wear every day. just dont dress it down no jeans or sneakers
can i go for notch lapels on my db suit? what do u think guys?
Should my pants be flooding too? 🤔
I am Indian my height is 4.10 so please guide me double breasted is better for us or not
You sound like the Samuel L Jackson of men’s fashion
Should my socks match my tie or my shirt???
either your pants or if they are colorful, something in your outfit
Great Video, never wear socks that have white in them. As I was looking at your stands the only thing I saw was your socks that screamed “I’m here”. Also your pants are short. Double breasted power image suit shouldn’t be short in the pants. Your not 21 wearing a sporty suit. If you are wearing it short get rid of the tie and shirt wear a sweater and 3 button jacket and no socks. Suits can be worn with short legged pants but need to consider your age and where this is going to be worn. Not a business look. Just advise all is good.
This man came up to me the other day and said “you black boys can’t handle a double breasted suit”
Is it ok if my first double breasted was a mid grey fine stripe
fine stripe would work..
I love double breasted suits
Not a big fan of the "2 sizes too small"
I want to you raid your closet, bro!
Haha!
Lol....me too!!
maybe i'll do a liquidation sale! lol
Interesting idea...
Yo OG I love your content, but IMO your collar and lapels kinda look undersized on you. Fit is on point though, keep it up.
appreciate the feedback Eugenio!
Maybe wear a suit that fits you and doesn't cry bcs it doesn't fit your shoulders
if ur an OG arent u supposed to wear baggy suit hahaha
No Sir!
Hey Jeff. This is the first time that I viewed one of your suit fashion wear style videos for men. I really liked the double breasted suit that you are wearing until it got to the 4:06 counter mark showing the trousers. That tapered tailored look of the pants worn above the top of the shoes in my opinion ruined the suit. I myself don't want my socks or shoe laces to show unless I happen to be sitting down. Whenever I see a young or older guy wearing a suit that has the pants draped nicely over the top of his shoes with a good break, especially if the pants are cuffed ( The only way I wear a suit) it shows me that the guy has a great sense of style. A guy dressed in a suit suit tailored in that fashion will get props from me whether verbal or mental.
Appreciate the feedback. Just a preference thing
@@TheStyleOG I apologize for blasting your style of dress. I have a couple of male acquaintances who also have a preference of wearing their suit pants in the same fashion as you displayed..We often have debates on what we perceive does and does not look good in today's mens suit styles.I did view another one of your video seminars about mens watches. It was right on point. May you have an enjoyable holiday season.
Actually I do not understand properly causes language problem