Thursday, July 07, 2011

THE WAISTCOAT

In the past, waistcoats are popular in the west, cowboys, gamblers, farmers and politicians who saw its value. The waistcoat is such a versatile piece of clothing, but it's re-emergence is not just a part of the return to formality in menswear because a man can wear it down and snatch its previous notions of formality and give it a more casual context through the addition of jeans, t-shirts, and even sneakers. 




 In many instances it replaces the need for a tie or jacket, but can also compliment those items. An added benefit, the waistcoat can have a slimming effect, subtly masking the contours of the torso. It is no surprise that everyone from modern day dandy down to rock star are enjoying its comeback.

2 comments:

  1. I love the waistcoat. Its a essential part of my wardrobe.

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