Shawl Lapel Suit & Tuxedo

he Shawl Lapel is almost exclusively seen on tuxedos and dinner jackets, at weddings and black-tie events. They have variations of different widths of the lapel, ending up in wide shawl lapel and narrow shawl lapel. A Shawl Lapel on a jacket adds graceful lines. Remember, rule number one of wearing a shawl lapel tuxedo is NEVER wearing a tie. If you're looking at a jacket with a Shawl Lapel, likely it is formalwear, or it is seriously fashion-forward.