5 Pocket Squares That Are Anything But Boring

Hey you dapper gentlemen, listen up: if you want to stand out in the crowd with as little effort as possible, a stylish pocket square is your best bet! Perfect for a mid-day outing, as well as for a fancy soirée, these little accessories will have you covered. Just pay attention to the material: choose linen or cotton for daytime and fancy silk for nighttime. Oh, and don’t shy away from bolder colors patterns… since they have quite a small visual footprint, you can go as bright as you want. Sky’s the limit!

Ready to get started? In the round-up below you’ll find 5 stunning handmade pocket squares to instantly perk up your look:

1. Pocket Square Brown With Blue Polka Dots by HalfSquares

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Let’s start off the list with some polka-dotted goodness! This brown pocket square with blue polka dots captures the perfect balance between a classic and a fashion-forward aesthetic. Made from a luxurious material, it’ll add a tasteful touch to your daytime outfit, while showing off just the right dose of sophistication. And given that it is made of 100% linen, it’ll last you quite a while. So don’t hesitate to invest in a statement accessory: you’ll be able to wear it for years and years to come! The direct link to it can be found above.

Available from HalfSquares

2. The Gold Twill Pocket Square by ROBINSONandDAPPER

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What a stunner! The ideal choice for the gentleman who isn’t afraid of rocking eye-catching and daring hues, this pocket square is made from 100% Scottish wool and it’s hand made in Denmark. The wool is woven at a mill in Highland Perthshire by a company whose roots date back to the 18th century. How’s that for a legacy? The stunning gold-yellow hue of this pocket square is nicely complimented by the traditional rolled hems. Fancy! Click through the photos on the original product listing to see all of its gorgeous details. So… how will you wear this stand-out accessory? ;)

Available from ROBINSONandDAPPER

3. Plaid Pocket Square by WingedBowTies

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If you’re into plaid, you’re going to love this beautiful pocket square! Featuring a firm black pattern on a turquoise background, this pocket square is hand made in Lithuania. Crafted out of a 50% linen and 50% cotton fabric, it’s a superb accessory that can add the final touch to your daytime outfit! Oh, and there’s a matching bow tie available, too! For information on how to care for it, shipping details and a link to the matching bow tie, feel free to visit the product listing linked above.

Available from WingedBowTies

4. Cerebral Silk Pocket Square by FacadeTO

4 Cerebral Silk Pocket Square

Ready for an extra-fancy pocket square? This one is made of 100% silk and it’s part of the special Rebirth Collection by FacadeTO. Its intricate pattern and mesmerizing mix of soft pastels are truly something to behold: the enlarged skull surrounded by blooming flowers and herbal details is absolutely spectacular! What’s even cooler is that each pocket square is dyed and screen-printed by hand, which makes each piece unique and beautiful. Needless to say, this luxurious accessory will help you showcase your best style yet! What special occasion will you wear it on? ;) For more pictures, click above.

Available from FacadeTO

5. Floral Lawn Cotton Pocket Square in Blue by LoveVirginiaRuth

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Just the right piece to wear with everything from fancy suits to basic jeans, this versatile pocket square is the perfect pick if you enjoy sartorial experiments. Whether you choose to wear it in a suit pocket (as you normally would) or in the back pocket of your jeans (if you’re feeling more adventurous) is completely up to you. Consider it your ticket to the world of texture layering and colors mixes and dare to advance your personal style. Love Virginia Ruth pocket squares are handcrafted in small batches in Tennessee. This one is part of a batch of four and is made from 100% cotton. Find it in the link above!

Available from LoveVirginiaRuth

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