Believe it or not, the days of the plain unadorned white handkerchief have passed us by. Today, everyone one wants to sport something that is aesthetically appealing and functional as well. In the same way, handkerchiefs have been designed differently to suit individual tastes.
Monogrammed handkerchiefs are increasingly popular. The monogram is stitched or embroidered by hand or by machine on to the corner of the material. This can be done for both designer and regular handkerchiefs. Though the monogram might not always be visible, individuals prefer getting one just to their personal tastes and have something designed or customized specifically for them.
A touch of geometrical or abstract pattern can work wonders with handkerchiefs, taking them from something average to something that has a designer feel. Such patterns usually come in contrasting colors; you can also find light floral motifs, dots or even paisley prints.
Apart from prints, many people choose hand-woven borders that typically signify a sport or an occasion. For instance, you can get special golfer handkerchiefs with the name of a club woven or embroidered at the corner.
Handkerchiefs can come in fine fabrics like linen or silk, and they can be embellished with subtle shapes woven in the material – an attractive way to give it a rich, opulent look.
These days the classic square handkerchief comes in different sizes, different colors, and even different materials. You can always find something that suits your requirements. For instance, a darker colored or designed handkerchief is well suited to formal use, as it doubles up as a pocket square.