One of my favorite folds for solid colored pocket squares in bright colors is this so-called “Fan Fold”. It is a neat and organized fold that somewhat looks similar to the Rolled Puff. As the name suggests its pleats and its round shape mimics the look of a fan. Here is how you create this fold:

The Fan Pocket Square Fold Step-by-Step:

Lay the pocket square down flat.

Fold in half to create a rectangle

Fold in the pleats so that they are 1/2 to 1 inch spaced apart. Make sure to press down firm on each fold.

Now bunch up the pocket square like an accordion.

Hold the fold in place with a rubber band about 1/3 down towards the bottom.

Now spread open the fan

At last place the pocket square in your breast pocket.

At first looks, the “Cagney Fold” appears to be similar to the 3-Point Crown Fold. While they are indeed quite similar, the Cagney stands out thanks to the added 4th tip coming up at the center. It is an unusual fold that sets apart the Pocket Square aficionado from the newbie. Here are the detailed steps to create this fold:

The Cagney Pocket Square Fold Step-by-Step:

Lay the pocket square down flat.

Fold in half to create a triangle.

Fold in one corner to create a 2nd tip at the top.

Now fold in the other side to create a 3rd tip at the top.

Fold in the right side again to narrow the pocket square and to make it more pointy.

Now do the same with the opposite side.

Now fold up the bottom corner to create the 4th tip that sits at the center.

Lastly place the pocket square in your breast pocket.

The layer cake fold is a mix between the Presidential Fold and the 4-Stairs Fold. It is another fold that requires the use of two pocket squares. In the photo above I decided to use a paisley pocket square in reds, black, and gray in combination with a solid red pocket square. Because 2 pocket squares can be a bit bulky in your breast pocket, I suggest you use smaller squares that are 10-13 inches squares in size. Here is how you create the “Layer Cake” fold:

Two Tip Up Pocket Square Fold Step-by-Step:

Lay both pocket squares flat.

Fold both pocket squares in half to creat two separate rectangles.

Now lay one pocket square over the other. The below pocket square should be visible at the top. This creates the first layer.

Now create another layer by folding the other side over at a slight angle.

To create the final layer fold over the opposite side again at a slight angle.

Because most pocket squares will still eb too wide to fit into your breast pocket, fold enough of each side back so that the width fits your breast pocket.

As a final step, carefully tug the fold into your breast pocket.