Formal wear consists of a dinner jacket or a coat, a waistcoat which is considered to be optional, trousers, a tie and a formal shirt. Business suits, as it is commonly known, originated during the 19th century America as an alternative to the much heavier frock coats. With the introduction of the more contemporary suits, people gave up their heavy suits and started using these suits on formal occasions.
After the First World War, business suits were usually used by upper class society together with the tuxedo, dinner jackets and waistcoats. However, after the Second World War, people started wearing suits without the waistcoats, which eventually has been carried on until today. Today, business suits and formal suits are seldom used, mostly on formal occasions, corporate or at business meetings.
Tips on buying Designer Formal Men’s wear:
• Choose suits that are made of high quality fabrics such as wool, linen and cashmere.
• Durable and smooth fabrics are usually made from fine yarns, so feel the fabric if it suits you.
• Handmade suits have better quality than the machine made suits. Consider choosing handmade suits for better quality and durability.
• Choose suits that are usually in style.
• Consider choosing a tie which is a shade darker than your shirt.
• Choose shoes and belt in black or brown colour and both accessories should have the same colour or should be complimentary.
• Choose leather shoes together with your suit. Avoid using shoes with rubber soles.
• The bottom of the tie you choose should touch the top portion of your belt buckle.
