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How to wear a sport coat with jeans

A sport coat is the quickest way to dress up jeans without wearing a full suit.

Man in a textured navy sport coat over a floral print shirt with a pocket square

Abito Menswear, Langley BC

Start with fit

The shoulders should sit on yours and the jacket should button without pulling. Sleeves end near the wrist bone.

Pick a sport coat, not a suit jacket

Textured and patterned sport coats are made to be worn on their own. A suit jacket with jeans usually looks mismatched.

Choose the jeans

Dark, clean denim in a slim or straight cut is the easiest match. Skip rips and heavy fading when the jacket is the star.

Add the shirt

A printed or plain button-up works well. Leave the collar open for a relaxed look, or wear a tee or knit underneath on weekends.

Finish with shoes and socks

Leather shoes or clean, minimal sneakers. Patterned socks are an easy way to add a little personality.

Bring your jeans when you visit and try a few jackets over them.

Visit the store

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