If you are a fan of the popular Scallop Fold, then you probably will also enjoy this fold here. The so-called “Winged Puff” looks best with fine silk pocket squares. Both, solid color as well as elaborate patterns are well suited for this folding technique. Here is how to create the Winged Puff:

Rolled Flower Pocket Square Fold Step-by-Step:

Lay the pocket square down flat.

Fold in from one tip to create a triangle.

Fold in the left and right tips to create a rectangle.

Fold the corners on both sides to the back side. The width should now be as wide as your breast pocket.

Now also fold back the bottom corner to create the base that will be sitting in your breast pocket.

At last, tug the pocket square into your breast pocket. The Winged Puff fold is now complete. Great work!

The 2 Icebergs fold is a relatively new way to wear your pocket squares. It is simple and sleek. It is great for full suit and tie, it works in combination with formal tux and bow tie, and it can even be worn with just jeans and casual blazer. Because the tips point outwards, I prefer to wear this fold with my blazers that have wider peak lapels. Here is how you create this fold:

Two Icebergs Pocket Square Fold Step-by-Step:

Lay your pocket square down flat.

Fold in half to create a rectangle.

Now fold the left side over to the right to create two overlapping rectangles. Two tips should be showing in the upper right corner.

Turn the pocket square so that both tips are facing up. Then fold in the left side.

Now fold in the right side.

Fold up the bottom to create the base. Then turn the pocket square over.

As a final step, place the pocket square into your breast pocket.

If you are someone who enjoying tying different tie knots, then you probably are going to appreciate this unique way to fold a pocket square. The so-called “Croissant” is a bold fold that looks absolutely fantastic with solid colored pocket squares. If you really want to make a statement, then wear this fold with a colored bordered pocket square like shown above.

Croissant Pocket Square Fold Step-by-Step:

Lay the pocket square down flat.

Fold in half to create a rectangle.

Fold in half again to create a smaller square.

Now fold up the 4 tips. Start with the top and fold up all 4 tips so that each tip ends slightly below the previous one.

Turn the pocket square over. Next fold the pocket square once again.

Fold the left side under.

Now fold the right side under.

Fold up the loose triangle up and tug under the other folds of the Croissant.

At last place the pocket square into your breast pocket and proudly display all those fun pleats.

If the “4-Point Crown” is a bit too flashy for your taste, then the “3-Point Crown” fold shown here may be perfect. It is classic, timeless, and understated. It suits all solid colored pocket squares. I like this fold for a solid white pocket square when I am wearing my formal double breasted tuxedo. Here is how to create this fold:

3-Point Crown Pocket Square Fold Step-by-Step:

Lay the hanky down flat.

Fold one corner up so that two tips are showing at the top.

Now fold the left side over to the right to create the tip, completing the crown.

Fold in the left side to create the base that will be sitting inside your breast pocket.

Last, place the pocket square into your breast pocket.

The “Monarch Fold” is a more elaborate version of the clean and elegant looking “3-Stairs Fold“. It is great for any pocket square color and pattern, but better suited for pocket squares made from silk rather than cotton or linen. Here is how to create this fun fold:

Monarch Pocket Square Fold Step-by-Step:

First, lay the pocket square on a flat surface. Make sure it is clean and wrinkle free.

Next, just below the half way line fold the pocket square. Fold up and then back down to create a pleat.

Create a second pleat by folding up, and then back down again. Continue this accordion-like fold all the way until you reach the bottom corner of the pocket square.

Next, turn the pocket square over. The tip should now be facing towards you.

Now fold the pocket square in half to create a smaller triangle.

Next fold down one side at a 45 degree angle.

As a final step, place the pocket square into your breast pocket.

The perfect casual fold for all patterned pocket squares is the so-called “Peak Pocket Fold”. I especially like this fold for my wool pocket squares that I often wear with blazer or casual sports coat in Fall and Winter. It is a quick and easy fold that’s great with or without a complementing necktie. Here is how to create this fold.

Peak Pocket Square Fold Step-by-Step:

Lay your pocket square down flat.

Pick up the pocket square by pinching near the center with two fingers.

Slide the pocket square through your other hand.

Fold the closed side up to create a base that will sit inside your breast pocket.

Turn the pocket square around with the tips facing up.

Last, tug the pocket square into your breast pocket. Style to your liking by pulling on the tips until satisfied.

Another classic pocket square fold that has been around forever is the 2-tip up fold. A great fold for any dress code, and any type of pocket square. It creates a formal look when combined with a solid white pocket square while it looks much more casual when chosen for a bolder patterned pocket square such as paisley, polka dots, or plaids. To make sure the tips stay in place nicely, I prefer stiffer pocket squares for this fold. A linen pocket square that has been pressed with light starch is perfect. Here is how you create this fold:

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

Lay the pocket square flat. I suggest to iron it first.

Fold so that it creates two overlapping triangles. This creates the 2 tips that will be showing out of your breast pocket.

Now create the base by folding one side in.

Do the same with the opposite side. The fold is complete.

As a final step, tug the folded pocket square into your breast pocket.

Quite similar to the “4-Point Crown” is the so-called “4 Leaves” fold. The main difference is that the 4-Leaves fold shown here is a bit more symmetrical and orderly. Both folds are great for patterned and solid pocket squares. Here is how you create the 4-leaves fold:

4Leaves Pocket Square Fold Step-by-Step:

As with all folds, lay the pocket square down flat.

Fold one corner in to create an even triangle.

Fold one side over so that two corners are showing.

Fold over again to create the 3rd “leaf”.

Then fold in the corner opposite from the leaves. This create the 4th leaf.

Turn the pocket square. The fold is complete.

Last, place the folded pocket square in your breast pocket so that the leaves point out. Style to your liking.

A couple of days ago I featured a very similar fold called the “2 Point Puff“. The regular “Puff Fold” shown here is a bit tamer and a bit more subtle. It is a fantastic fold for all patterned silk pocket squares. It is my go to fold when wearing a sports coat or blazer without tie. Here is how to create this fold:

Puff Pocket Square Fold Step-by-Step:

Lay the pocket square down flat.

Pinch the center of the pocket square with two fingers and pick it up.

Slide the pocket square through your other hand so that the four ends hang down evenly.

Now fold up the four tips to reduce the height of the completed fold.

Last, place the pocket square into your breast pocket and style to your liking. The more of the pocket square is visible, the bolder the statement.

If you like yesterday’s featured “3-Stairs Fold” then I am convinced you are going to like the “wave Fold” as well. Because the “Wave Fold” has more volume than the “3-Stairs” it is better suited for patterned pocket squares creating a more vibrant, fun, and somewhat casual look. Here is how to create this fold:

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

As with all pocket square folds, lay the pocket square down flat.

Fold one corner down to create an even triangle.

Fold one side in so that it ends just below the other side.

Fold in again. Now 3 corners should be showing.

Turn the pocket square so the long side of the triangle faces towards you. Then fold the closed side up.

Turn the pocket square over and have the tip face towards you. Then fold the side that has the corners shown down.

Fold it in half again so that the “waves” become visible.

Last, place the folded pocket square into your breast pocket.