Thursday 27 June 2013

HISTORY OF MEN SUITS CLOTHING

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The idea of designing Men’s Suit took birth in England. This innovation was spreading slowly in Europe all through the 12th and 14th century. Since its origination, people never gave any prominence to the material they chose for the suit. Hence we could understand that an ideal Men’s Suit was never introduced, without a superior quality of material. The ancient genre stated that outfit was only meant to cover the physique and had nothing to do with great looks.
Although Suit is an English word, the name is inspired from French word “ Suivre “
Suits were designed by tailors, using the material, given by the customer himself at the time when it was introduced in traditional method. Such clothes were known as bespoke. Therefore these suits were tailored with extreme care and it fits to the body with perfect cuts and measures.
By the end of 19th century, Men’s Suit took a new shape, where different styles were introduced in the Suits.
The different types of suits since its inception are
  1. Lounge suit
  2. Business suit
  3. Three-piece suit
  4. And two-piece suit
Three-piece suit which is now worn widely among upscale society was first introduced in 17th century and was then moved on with great changes and style in the 18th century. By then it started attaining drive on a fast pace, like never before.
The changes and popularity of suits made big changes in tailoring thoughts as well, innovation happened between tailors too with the objective of stitching the best suits in best style. The Suits were designed keeping comfort and the elegance as the focal point.
Men’s Suits during ancient times were better known as:
  1. Coat
  2. Waistcoat
  3. Breeches
Men’s Suits was recognized as the most elegant Men’s wear since its launch and even today it is considered to be the same.

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