If you like the classic “Presidential Fold” but want to style your pocket squares with a bit more character? Then the “Martini Fold” shown here is worth a try. It is perfect for solid colored pocket squares and looks nice on all suits, classic blazers, and even your casual sports coats. Here is how you create the “Martini Fold”:

Martini Square Fold Step-by-Step:

Lay the pocket square flat down.

Fold one side over to create an even triangle.

Now fod one side over to create a smaller triangle.

And fold over again. The triangle gets smaller again.

Depending on the size of the pocket square, you may want to fold the triangle in half again.

Now turn the pocket square so that the long edge faces up. The fold is complete.

Last, place the pocket square into your breast pocket. That’s all!

Yes, it may look similar to the classic “One Tip Up Fold“, but there is a difference that any pocket square aficionado will spot immediately. First, the corners are much softer since the pocket square is turned upside down. Second, the added vertical folds add texture and a bit casualness. It’s a fantastic fold for any fabric and pattern. I prefer this fold with my solid white silk pocket squares worn with formal suit, or my favorite double breasted blazer. Here is how you create the “Teepee Fold”:

Teepee Pocket Square Fold Step-by-Step:

Lay your favorite pocket square on a flat surface.

Fold it in half along the center to create two overlapping rectangles.

Fold one side over so that two rectangles are showing on one side.

Fold over from the same side again. Now it should look like 3 overlapping triangles.

Now turn the pocket square so the tip faces up. It is now ready to be tugged into your breast pocket.

Finally, this is what the fold looks like when tugged into your jacket’s breast pocket.

Probably the simplest and most common way to wear your pocket square is with the 1-tip up fold. Because it is such a classic fold, it is also part of my how-to fold a pocket square guide that features the 5 most basic folds. It is great for solid and patterned pocket squares. It is also well suited for any fabric, although it is easier to create the “point” with stiffer fabrics such as linen or cotton. Here is how you create this fold:

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

Lay the pocket square down flat.

Fold one corner to create a triangle.

Fold in one of the sides.

Now do the same with the other side. This is what the “1-tip up fold” looks like when not tugged into your breast pocket.

Last, place the pocket square into your breast pocket. Give it a final styling to suit your liking.