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The Luxedo Lapel Guide

Tuxedo lapels: peak, notch and shawl.

Peak, notch or shawl. Understand the shape first, then choose the finish and styling offered on your tuxedo.

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Three Distinct Lines

A detail that changes the whole look.

Your lapel shape sets the line of the jacket. Select it for the silhouette you enjoy, while considering the dress code of your event.

Peak lapel on a velvet tuxedoThe Classic

Peak

An upward-pointing tip where the lapel meets the collar. A sharp, expressive line and a familiar choice for formal eveningwear.

Notch lapel on a velvet tuxedoThe Modern

Notch

A stepped opening between collar and lapel. A more understated suit-jacket shape, offered for customers who prefer that look.

Shawl lapel on a velvet tuxedoThe Smooth

Shawl

A continuous curve, without a notch or upward point. A clean, flowing line associated with classic dinner jackets.

Peak and shawl are the established choices for traditional black tie. If your event has a strict dress code, check its requirements before choosing a less conventional interpretation.

Shape Is Only the Start

Choose the finish.

For peak and notch lapels, the product form distinguishes the lapel face from the upper collar.

Matching

Both the collar and lapels use the jacket fabric for a tonal finish.

Satin lapels

The lapels are black satin; the upper collar matches the jacket fabric.

Satin collar

The upper collar is black satin; the lapels match the jacket fabric.

Full satin

Both the collar and lapels are black satin.

A shawl has a continuous curved roll. Choose from its available matching or satin finishes rather than assuming it has separate notch-style collar sections. The photographs and choices on your selected product show the available construction.

Your Proportions. Your Preference.

Consider the width.

Choose narrow, regular or wide lapels where shown on your selected product. A wider lapel makes a more pronounced statement; a narrower one changes the balance of the jacket.

Both sizing routes offer the styling choices listed on their product forms. Made to Order uses standard jacket and trouser sizes; Made to Measure uses individual body measurements and adds the tailoring controls shown on that design.

Choose the right route

Choose your sizing route for the fit you need, then compare the jacket-front, pocket, lapel and finish choices offered on the product.

Compare Sizing Routes

For a reference look or an option you cannot see, ask us first. An order note alone does not confirm an unlisted design.