When A Man Looks In Charge |
Posted: April 22, 2017 |
"What is it about wearing a tuxedo...that makes us feel confident, beautiful, ... even invincible?" - Vera Nazarian, science fiction, and fantasy writer
One of the most successful exports of British culture had been the men's business suit. More ubiquitous than democracy, the English language or stiff manners, that appropriate attire has found a place on every continent. While it proliferated mainly through colonialism and imperialist encounters, its staying power has lasted well beyond those ill-intentioned meetings. If the language of commerce has become English, the men clothing of trade is certainly the English business suit. Early Western business attire was as wide-ranging as the cultures that gave birth to it. In England, the ostentatious powdered wigs, corsets, and hosiery gave way to pants, shirts, a waistcoat, and a jacket. This first ensemble became popular in the nineteenth century, as men's clothing went through something of a minor revolution to become more comfortable while maintaining its conservative demeanor. American fashion kept pace with its English forebear. Continental European tastes adapted as well, and as mentioned earlier, the style collected millions of followers in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Variations of the business suit have had different meanings throughout the years. The word suit itself has the meaning of 'following' (i.e. the separate parts 'follow' each other in design and appearance). Suits can be tailored or sold ready to wear (off-the-rack). From their once strictly formal designation, there are now suits that are formal, semi-formal, leisure and casual. The business suit, of course, is usually some variation of formal or semi-formal. Either a three-piece outfit (Jacket, vest, and trousers) or two piece suit (Jacked and trouser) is the norm. The material is usually wool, cotton or a blend. More than that, people in business have them tailored, or adjusted, even if the suit is off the rack. It's unusual to see ostentatious colors, though the acceptable range can vary greatly from one culture to another. They usually restrict accessories to shoes, a tie, and perhaps a watch and cufflinks. Tie pins, handkerchiefs, and ascots are also permitted, though the last item is very uncommon. The online clothing store Shadow Clothing & Co has a rich offering of business suits among its men's clothing lines. They are a Los Angeles based firm and have been in business since 2010. Their online store is well-stocked. They specialize in high fashion and developing trends, and provide excellent quality at a fair price, for Los Angeles area, and same with the customers online.
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