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FIT & SILHOUETTE / THE STYLE GUIDE

Proportion & Balance

A jacket and trouser are read together. Shoulder, lapel, waist, rise and opening can be adjusted as a relationship rather than prescribed by a body-type chart.

EXPLORE THE GUIDE
A coordinated tailored silhouette displayed on a form

01 / THE UPPER LINE

Shoulder, Lapel and Button Stance

The shoulder line frames the torso. Lapel width changes the visual rhythm of the chest, while the button stance affects the apparent position of the waist.

Evaluate these choices together instead of treating any one as a universal rule.

Consider this

Look at both options in the context of the full garment and the occasion.

Two matching jacket forms showing different lapel proportions

02 / THE MIDPOINT

Jacket Length and Waist Shaping

Jacket length changes how much trouser remains visible. Waist shaping can suggest a closer or easier line, provided the garment still moves comfortably.

View the silhouette from front, side and back before settling on a direction.

Consider this

Discuss how this detail relates to cloth, fit and intended use.

Two dress forms showing jacket length and trouser rise relationship

03 / THE LOWER LINE

Rise, Opening and Posture

Trouser rise and leg opening influence the line from jacket hem to shoe. Posture affects how the entire garment hangs.

Bring your preferred fit, footwear and intended occasion to the discussion with your consultant.

Consider this

Discuss how this detail relates to cloth, fit and intended use.

Tailored trousers and jacket shown from shoulder to shoe

YOUR NEXT STEP

Bring the Details into Conversation.

Use what you have learned to discuss your occasion, preferences and questions with a Lines & Lapel consultant.

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