A spool of dark blue thread sits on a piece of brown pattern paper featuring various handwritten markings and a sewing wheel, next to a small pile of dark buttons and a piece of blue striped fabric cut at an angle.
A close-up image of several tailored jackets hanging on wooden hangers, showcasing a variety of fabrics and colors including browns, grays, and an orange, with visible stitching details and lapels.

Modern Suit Styles: American, British and Italian

All suit styles, however varied, can be reduced to three template fits that serve as their foundations. These three general cuts have been named after the countries in which they originated: America, the UK, and Italy.

Although the lines may blur today on certain details, each of them has its own characteristics and identity. Therefore, it’s worth learning their similarities and differences when building your wardrobe.

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