Glossary · Jacket
Peak lapel
A lapel whose upper points rise towards the shoulder, cut so the notch closes to a narrow V. More formal than a notch lapel; standard on double-breasted coats, morning coats and most dinner jackets.
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Glossary · Jacket
A lapel whose upper points rise towards the shoulder, cut so the notch closes to a narrow V. More formal than a notch lapel; standard on double-breasted coats, morning coats and most dinner jackets.