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Why is it that a man in a suit can be unforgettable merely from his silhouette?

Why is it that a man in a suit can be unforgettable merely from his silhouette?

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Why is it that a man in a suit can be unforgettable merely from his silhouette?

When most men choose a suit, they pay close attention to the V-zone and shoulders, yet seldom give thought to the back. In fact, one subtle detail on the back can lend your silhouette an upright, broader presence — the rear vent.

One customer asked why suit jackets feature rear vents. What’s the difference between a single vent and double side vents? And is it possible to make a suit with no vents at all?

Vents stand out as one of the signature design elements of a suit. For the modern gentleman who wears a suit off the saddle, the choice between vented and ventless jackets comes down to personal taste. Practically speaking, vents enhance mobility and comfort, while adding a refined styling accent.

In this post, we’ll go over how to pick the right suit vent style.

Double Vents

Double vents, also known as side vents, are slits roughly over ten centimeters long below the waistline along the side seams on both sides of the suit jacket. They flatter the figure while offering greater freedom of movement.

It is said that British aristocrats in the past loved hunting and horse riding. To prevent the jacket’s back hem from bunching up when mounted on a horse, British-style suits adopted the double-vent design, which has endured to this day.

Who is the double-vent design suitable for?

  1. Gentlemen with a fuller build and prominent hips
  2. Office men who sit for long hours (you can lift the hem when seated, so the fabric is less prone to wrinkling)
  3. Men who like putting their hands in pockets (the back silhouette stays smooth and neat even with hands in pockets)

Single Vent

The single vent, also known as the riding vent, originated in the rising United States. Back then, boxy oversized suits were in fashion, so designers adopted the single-vent style. It is a slit of more than 10 centimeters below the waistline along the center back seam of a men’s suit jacket.

Who is the single-vent design suitable for?

  1. A single-vent suit flatters the figure and works well for slimmer gentlemen.
  2. Ideal for roles where you want to project professionalism and authority.
  3. It delivers a more steady, composed look.

Ventless

A ventless suit has no slits at the side seams or the center back seam.

With a clean, streamlined look, it can be the most eye-catching option. However, it tends to wrinkle easily when you sit down or put your hands in your pockets, so it is less recommended from a practical standpoint.

Of course, whether you go for ventless, single vent or double vents, it is a process of understanding the occasion and knowing yourself.

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