Peaked Lapel

A peaked lapel as the name implies forms a 'peak' at the edge of the lapel that is with V-shaped ending at the lapel and the collar fitting into it. It is used in double breasted jackets and in both suits and tuxedos.

Notched Lapel

Notched lapel is one of the most common types of lapels used in everyday fashion. In notched lapel the collar and lapel are cut slanted thereby creating a notch that is it forms a v-like indentation sideways below the collar. This lapel is most commonly seen in formal suits.

L Shaped Lapel

An L shaped lapel is the one with the lapel cut straight across a narrow-rounded collar.

Fishmouth Lapel

The Fishmouth lapel is the one with lapel cut slanted resembling the mouth of a fish where the collar and lapel meet.

Cloverleaf Lapel

The cloverleaf lapel is a unique lapel where both collar and the lapel are rounded where they meet resembling the leaves of a clover plant!

Lapels

A lapel is the turned-back front section of a jacket, coat or blouse where it joins the collar. Each side folds back to form Revers (lapel). The lapels serve as a decorative element of the suit. The lapels are classified into different types based on the shape of the point where the collar and the lapel meet.

1. Stand

2. Fall

3. Roll line

4. Lapel (Revers)

5. Break line