A men's style and fashion content creator has revealed three important steps to take with your jacket before wearing it, including the X on the back. Share this article Share this article Facebook X LinkedIn Reddit Bluesky Email Copy link Link copied Bookmark this Comment
Have you ever bought a new suit or coat and noticed that the pockets are sewn up or that the garment doesn't fit as you expected? There is a perfectly logical explanation for this.
Renowned menswear designer Parker York Smith has taken to social media to explain why suits and coats often feature seemingly unnecessary seams, including a prominent X on the back.
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In an informative video, Parker advised his viewers: “My friend, if you are fortunate enough to own a new suit or sport coat, I urge you to do these three things before you put it on.”
He then detailed three key steps to prepare the jacket, including cutting some seams.
1. Remove the tag from the sleeve.
“First of all, you need to remove the tag from the sleeve,” he said, showing a small label attached to the end of the sleeve.
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“While I'd like everyone to know this is a great suit from Todd Snyder, those tags shouldn't stay on,” he shared.
Parker used a seam ripper to carefully remove the tag without damaging the fabric, then simply trimmed away any excess threads inside the sleeve.
2. Open your pockets.
“Second, open all your pockets,” he pointed out.
While it may seem odd that the pockets are sewn shut, Parker explained that manufacturers do this to keep the garments in perfect condition during shipping.
He further added: “So you will need to open them to be able to use the pocket square and access the pockets.”
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Parker then demonstrated how to use a seam ripper to carefully unravel the seams holding the pockets closed.
He also explained that while some prefer sealed flat pockets for their sleek look, he advocates opening them up for greater functionality.
3. Remove the cross on the back.
“And third, and perhaps most importantly, open the vents,” Parker said. “On the back of the jacket, you'll see that the vent is sewn shut. This also prevents wrinkling during shipping.”
Using the seam ripper again, he deftly removed the large X stitch to free the holes, carefully pulling out all the threads.
He noted that the ventilation holes on jackets and coats are designed to ensure freedom of movement and comfort when worn.
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Final thoughts
Parker noted that while these tips may seem simple, he often notices people wearing jackets or coats without following these important steps.
The comments section below the video was filled with responses from viewers expressing their surprise at Parker's revelations.
One viewer expressed gratitude, commenting: “I had no idea. I thought the pockets were sewn shut to prevent them from being used. Thanks for continuing to share your wisdom.”
Another user noted: “Vents!!! How many times have I seen men with these coats with the vents sewn shut and the coat looks weird. Makes you want to bend over and undo the seams to free the coat. Great job, mate.”
A third commenter added: “This also applies to women's suits! I can't even imagine how often women don't open the vents on their jackets and coats.”
Sourse: www.express.co.uk
