Sartorial Tips for Men

TCNY, the younger offshoot of Ascot Chang, shares its expert sartorial tips for men

Sartorial Tips for Men

One of Hong Kong’s most acclaimed fashion brands Ascot Chang recently opened its TCNY boutique on Wellington Street and launched its new made-to-measure service. Those who love a tailor-made shirt and suit will know that an Ascot Chang comes with a hefty price tag and may not be quite what we’d consider as an entry-level price, especially for young professionals. That’s precisely where TCNY comes in. The brand demonstrates the tailoring empire’s expert craftsmanship and command of its materials, while lowering the price point significantly. In fact, the new made-to-measure service offers two popular classic fit suit designs as general reference points which can be tailored to fit you, snug as a glove.

At the opening of the new boutique, we take the opportunity to get a tip or two, or nine, to help our readers up their sartorial ante.

Sartorial Tips for Men

Tip #1

Build your style by communicating with your tailor.

Tip #2

Always have a dimple in your tie.

Tip #3

Button your jacket. Only the top one for two button jackets and the middle one for three button jackets. Don't wear four button jackets.

Tip #4

Show a bit of shirt cuff. A quarter of an inch to half an inch. No more, no less.

Tip #5

Show a bit of shirt collar too. Half an inch, to be precise.

Sartorial Tips for Men

Tip #6

Your jacket length should be long enough to cover your butt, but short enough so you don't look like you are wearing your dad’s suit.

Tip #7

Trouser hems should end by just covering your shoe laces.

To read our sartorial etiquette guide for the modern women, see our story here.

Tip #8

Don’t underestimate the value of simple accessories. Wear a pocket square.

Tip #9

Most importantly, be confident and have fun. Never let the suit wear you.