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What is a Peak Lapel?

With a Peak lapel , the lapel rises up and beyond the collar in creating a slight peak. The separation between the collar and the lapel is less than 1 degree as the lapel rises upwards and runs parallel to the outer rim of the collar. This positions the tip pointing towards the shoulders.

Other commonly asked questions about Style Specific Questions

1. What is the difference between inverse pleats and reverse pleats and how do they differ from standard pleats on pants?
2. What are Morning Pants?
3. What is a vent?
4. Do you make detachable collar dress shirts?
5. What is a Notch Lapel?
6. What is a button down collar?
7. What is the difference between a single breasted and a double breasted jacket?
8. What is a Sulptured Collar?
9. What is a split back on jackets?
10. What are inverted box pleats?
11. What is the difference between a Notch Lapel and a Peak Lapel?
12. What are Ticket Pockets?
13. What is a hidden button-down collar?
14. What style is best for me?
15. What is button stance?
16. What is a gorge?
17. What is a placket covered front?
18. What is a Bouttonnaire?
19. What is a Mandarin Collar, a Thai Collar, and an Oiental Collar?
20. Where does custom tailoring fit with traditional vs. modern styles?
21. Can I order deviations from styles that I like but want slightly different?
22. What are the construction specifications for your shirts?
23. What are hand stitched lapels and pockets?
24. What is the difference between English or British cut and Italian cut men´s suits?
25. What is an Ainsley Collar?
26. Can designer styles be replicated?
27. What is the difference between a Suit Jacket, a Blazer and a Sports Jacket ?