How To Fold A Presidential (Straight) Pocket Square
The presidential or straight fold is the pocket square at its most basic: Crisp, clean and elegant. Only a thin, straight strip of the pocket square should be visible above the lip of your jacket pocket. Use this pocket square fold when you want maximum formality and elegance. Traditionally, a white pocket square is used. Solid color pocket squares are an acceptable alternative, but you’ll want to avoid patterns for this fold.
Step 1
Lay the pocket square unfolded and flat.
Step 2
Fold the pocket square in half lengthwise.
Step 3
Fold the pocket square in half again so that you have a small square. Note: this and the following images have been enlarged to show the folds up close and are not the same scale as the first two photos.
Step 4
Fold the square in half again.
Step 5
Fold the bottom of the rectangle almost up to the top edge of the pocket square.
Step 6
Flip the pocket square over and decide which edge you want showing out of your pocket (the bottom rolled edge, or the top crisp edge).
Final Notes
Place the folded pocket square into your jacket pocket so that only a thin strip of fabric is showing. You may need to remove it from your pocket and readjust as necessary depending on the width and depth of your pocket. The Presidential/Straight Fold is the most basic of folds, but also the most formal.
Next Steps
For a more intricate fold, take a look at our step-by-step directions on how to achieve the winged puff fold.
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