When the temperature is rising (as expected!), taking off your summer jacket is a respite for sure. And what a sigh of relief it is for most! The summers anyway aren’t bound by strict and fastidious rules. Though it’s a good thing to be in complete control of your wardrobe, the summer is all about uncertainties, especially if the environment you’re in is highly formal; therefore, it can be tough to understand when it is ok to flex the tailoring rules.

At the office:
Are you gonna ditch your jacket in the office? Are you serious? Just cut the crap, man—not even when the mercury level is unbearably high and you’re uncomfortable wearing your full shirt, not to mention counterproductive. Shirt sleeves are also not welcome, particularly in offices where traditional outfit is the order of the day.

What about at the funeral?
Removing your jacket at the funeral can be very tricky. Even when the heat literally becomes excruciating, most gentlemen will ensure they stay put with their jacket on during a funeral service as a mark of reverence. Again, depending on the formality and location of the proceedings, it is always advisable to take off your jacket at the reception. Again, it is recommended to look to the more senior members of the family to check what is really considered acceptable. So, what next? If you’re looking on how you can manage the summer in tailoring, you can talk to me for guidance.