The best-dressed men know the difference between a good outfit and a great one is usually the smallest detail. Pocket squares for men are that detail. The right one takes a Nehru jacket from smart to sharp, a bandhgala from formal to commanding, and a blazer from finished to polished. At Taroob, our pocket squares for men are handcrafted from pure silk and printed with artisan techniques, giving each piece a richness mass-produced versions cannot match. For the full accessory wardrobe, our men's stoles and scarves, and shawls for men pair perfectly with them.
A pocket square looks simple, but it does a lot. It adds colour to a plain outfit, texture where everything else is flat, and shows you pay attention to detail. This is especially true for men who wear Nehru jackets and bandhgala suits, where the breast pocket sits front and centre.
Types of pocket squares for men at Taroob
Every piece is made from premium silk, with prints drawn from the same craft that runs through all Taroob products.
- Silk: 100% pure silk that holds a fold, catches light, and drapes softly
- Printed: paisleys, geometrics, Kalamkari-inspired motifs, and modern abstracts for a statement. Several share the look of our Kalamkari shawls for women, so you can create a coordinated His and Her gift
- Solid and tonal: black, navy, burgundy, white, and champagne for quiet, versatile elegance
Pocket square for a Nehru jacket
The Nehru jacket is one of Taroob's most loved men's pieces, and a pocket square is what lifts it from good to unforgettable. The breast pocket sits at eye level, so it is the natural spot for a colour or pattern accent.
- For a solid Nehru jacket, pick a printed square in a contrasting colour
- For a textured or patterned jacket, a solid square in a matching tone keeps it balanced
- Use the Presidential fold for a classic look, or the Puff fold for something more relaxed
Pocket square for a bandhgala
A bandhgala is the most formal piece in Indian menswear, so every detail counts. Here, a silk square is essential, not optional.
- For black or navy bandhgala suits, try deep red, champagne gold, or a rich print
- For lighter bandhgala suits, a darker square adds an elegant contrast that grounds the look
How to fold a pocket square?
The right fold is the difference between polished and messy. Four to know:
- Presidential fold: a flat, straight line showing about one centimetre above the pocket, the most classic
- Puff fold: pinch the centre, let the corners fall, and tuck in the rounded puff, relaxed and modern
- One point fold: a triangle with the point up, sharp and traditional for formal suits and bandhgala
- Crown fold: two or three points showing, the most decorative, best with printed squares
Building your collection
Building a set of pocket squares for men is simple. If you wear jackets often, aim for at least three. Start with a white silk square that goes with everything. Add a dark tone like navy or burgundy for formal events. Then add a printed square for personality, and build from there around your wardrobe and the occasions you dress for.
Pocket squares for men as gifts
A pocket square is an easy gift to get right. It is luxurious, useful, and needs no sizing. Every Taroob pocket square ships in our signature gift box. For a fuller gift, pair one with a men's pashmina shawl. Our gift shop and corporate gifting also offer pocket squares in bundles and bulk.
Caring for your silk pocket square
Pure silk likes gentle care.
- Dry clean rather than washing at home
- Steam gently to refresh; do not iron directly
- Store flat or loosely rolled, away from sunlight
- Keep perfume and cologne off the silk, as they can stain
