I see too many shawl lapels these days among the sartorially astute. I prefer to not do what everyone does.linsanity23 wrote:Wrinkles, any particular reason you picked peak lapel over shawl? Thanks!
By contrast, the 4x1 peak lapel DB configuration is very seldom seen. When men do commission double breasted dinner jackets, they often choose the "safer" 4x2 layout. Perhaps the ghastly interpretations of the style in the 1980's ruined its reputation. Back in the Golden Era of menswear, however, 4x1 peak lapel was a very popular and elegant design.
Therefore, the style has both the pedigree, and the benefit of being something unique. Hence my choice.