BY GIFT GABRIEL
In buying a single-breasted suit, one of the first decisions you’ll ever have to make is whether you are interested in a two or three- button model. Though the 3-button suit has held sway from time immemorial due to its conventionality, the 2-button which is weighted heavily towards style has been increasingly in vogue in recent times. Though both models offer elegance, having in mind the exact figure you desire could go a long way in helping you decide on a 2 or 3-button single-breasted suit since they both have their advantages.
Two-button suit
Stylish
Excellent for casual
Accentuates the shoulders
Helps shows off dress shirt and tie
Typically more traditional
Much lower V-point
Lengthens the torso
Beneficial for men with short torso
Three-button suit More conventional and formal
Very European
A bit more conservative
Looks good when worn atop vests
Allows for leaving the lowest button undone
Higher closure and straight silhouette
Beneficial therefore for taller men
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