![]() What I like about this technique is that it’s simple, logical and works every time. Shirt Tucking Method #3 – The Underwear Tuck Then tighten the belt well for additional grip. Once you’re done, close the button and even out all folds and creases. The end goal is a neatly folded pleat at the side of each hip (aligned with the armpit). Use your thumb and index finger to do this on each side simultaneously. In this slightly awkward position, you’re going to “pinch” towards the back any excess fabric from the side seams. The next step is spreading your legs evenly to keep the pants from going down. Then tuck your shirt in and close the zipper – but leave the button open. But you’ll need some space in the room to get it right. It takes the Basic Tuck and adds extra maneuvers to make it more efficient. This is a widely used technique among men in the military. Shirt Tucking Method #2 – The Military Tuck If this way has been working out for you so far, I still recommend that you try the others (which aren’t complicated at all). It does an okay job but it’s not worth the risks of the getting untucked on its own – or even “ballooning” out at some point. However, this method isn’t super effective. Close the zipper and button, tighten your belt. The next part is simply tucking it in – then pulling the pants back up. It’s almost the next thing that young boys learn after being told the concept of “tucked in.” It’s straightforward and easy to turn into a habit.įirst you’re wearing your pair of pants, which you open and pull down before wearing the shirt. This first technique is something we’ve all used at some point in our lives. If you wear it the normal way but notice excess material – you can either take it to a tailoring shop or buy a new, custom made shirt. Your top priority is to get rid of “extra” fabric that ruins the look of your tucked-in shirt. The Perfect Alignmentįor your shirt to look its very best while tucked in, there has to be this imaginary straight line that’s formed when the shirt placket, the belt buckle and front seam of your trousers are all perfectly centered. That makes sense since the longer your shirt is, the better its chances of staying tucked in and neat the whole time. You want a dress shirt with tails that extend at least 3 inches below the belt line. But if it turns out you plan to wear a guayabera, this is an exception. ![]() For any formal event, corporate function, wedding or dinner in a fancy restaurant – a tucked in shirt is part of the dress code (unless the host wants it casual). Sports shirts with buttons at the frontĪnd one other thing to consider is your environment or occasion.The following types should be tucked in all the time (although they don’t always have uneven hems these days): Now if we’re talking about the type of shirt – this is where you have to remember how it’s traditionally worn. These tails look like dangling, excess fabric for a reason – and not because they were originally stylish! They simply made it easier keep the shirt well-tucked. ![]() If it’s an uneven hem with tails in the front or back (sometimes longer in the front), it’s 100% for tucking in. ![]() Remember that it’s likely to untuck itself if there’s not much to cover in the first place. If it’s a short hem that’s even all around the waist – as seen on t-shirts or polo shirts – tuck in the shirt. It not always obvious, but the length and style of the hem will signal the actual way of wearing the shirt. Whenever in doubt, look at the bottom hem of your shirt. Was there ever a time you were getting dressed and suddenly thought – Is this shirt supposed to be tucked in? Make shirt-tucking a non-issue for you permanently and learn these tips & techniques below that work like a charm. Your colleagues and boss simply don't take you seriously. Guess what? That's become one hell of a distraction from your presentation. The worst part? YOU don’t notice… but everyone else does. As you get up from your seat and go forward your dress shirt puffs out and comes untucked. You’re in the middle of a meeting getting ready for your big pitch.
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