Suppression

The degree to which a jacket's waist is taken in to create shape. More suppression gives a defined waist and hourglass silhouette; less suppression results in a boxier, straighter cut.

Also known as: Waist Suppression. Category: Fit & Tailoring.

In men's style, "suppression" belongs to the Fit & Tailoring family of terminology. For the full A–Z reference of men's fashion and grooming vocabulary, see the Men's Style Glossary.

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