What does business casual mean? We think it’s an oxymoron, because business should never be casual. We redefine it as business comfortable. Think sport coat, nice button down and fine slacks. Open the collar up and breath. Not to mention sport coats provide versatility not found in suits.
Sportcoats from $550
Slacks from $185
- Blazer Options: Vents
- Non-Vented
- Typically donned on formal tailored pieces, such as a tuxedo, there is no opening in the back of the jacket. Beware: expect creasing when seated.
- Center Vent
- An American classic. A slit in the middle of the jacket back adds some functionality: the back opens, as opposed to wrinkles, when searching through pant pockets or when seated.
- Side Vents
- Located on both sides of the jacket. The most functional, it continues to conceal the derriere when seated or searching pockets. A favorite among tailors.
- Blazer Options: Hand-Cut Button Holes
- As the name implies, the sleeve button holes are cut by hand, and are a signature element of a custom suit. Also referred to as “working button holes”, feel free to unbutton a couple to flaunt the fact and expose more shirt.
- Blazer Options: Pocket Styles
- Straight besom
- A set-in pocket that’s finished with piping along its length.
- Straight flap and pipe
- Cousin to the besom pocket, it has an attached flap along the piping to cover the opening. Tuck the flap in and you’re back to a straight besom.
- Patch
- Sewn directly on the outside of the coat, this is epitome of casual. Expect to see it more frequently on sport jackets.
- Slant besom
- It’s the same as a besom, just slanted. The angle creates a slimming effect and suggests some European flair.
- Ticket
- Find it above the right side pocket. This smaller flap pocket was originally designed to accompany theater or train tickets. Now it’s a unique styling option. Contemporary or classic? You decide.
Pockets aren’t just for function, they’re for fashion too. Changing their styling can dramatically take a jacket from casual to formal.
- Slack Options: Flat Front / Pleated
- Flat Front
- Definitely a more fashionable look. Cleaner lines and great for a slimmer build. The shorter rise can make one appear a bit taller.
- Pleated
- The status quo for years and generally preferred by conservative and comfort minded dresser. However, a thicker thigh or fuller seat may mandate the usage of pleats.
- Slack Options: Grip Guard
- Stitched along the inside of the waistband, it helps keep your shirt tucked in. All day long.
