Notch lapel

Notch lapel shows V notch at collar-lapel junction on jackets.

Notched collar is shirt collar terminology. Shawl collar has no notch.

Lapel articles define the notch where collar meets lapel on tailored jackets.[1] Paul Smith suit photography shows notched lapel roll on wool business suiting.[2] Lapel diagrams label notched, peaked, and shawl lapel types.[3]

Notch lapel is default on single-breasted business suits.[1] Notch differs from notched collar shirt language.[2] Plain suiting holds lapel roll.[3]

Today notch lapel appears on business suits, blazers, and sport coats in wool and blends.[1][2] Notch lapel reads office standard.[3] When jacket collar meets lapel with V notch—notch lapel applies.[2]

Business suits, blazers, sport coats, and single-breasted formal jackets.[1]

Notch lapel width should balance lapel gorge with tie width.[2] Navy notch lapel suit reads business standard.[1]

Notched collar is shirt term. Shawl has no notch. Lapel collar is collar-lapel unit.[1]

Notch lapel reads business, tailored, and suit-standard. Navy notch lapel blazer reads office classic.

Notch lapel vs notched collar? Notch lapel is jacket; notched collar is shirt terminology.[1]

Notch lapel vs peaked? Peaked points upward; notch has V gap.[1]

Notch lapel vs shawl? Shawl is continuous roll without notch.[1]