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Menswear: 1890-1940

By 13kay99
  • Ready-made and Mass-produced

    Ready-made and Mass-produced
    Men wore clothing was was mass produced which yielded more options for day-to-day wear. A light wash trouser would be paired with a dark, form-fitting jacket. trousers were also fitted. Overalls became popular among the working class.
  • The Longer, the Better

    The Longer, the Better
    Men wore long coats that reached the knee. Trousers were kept fitted. Walking sticks made a debut.
  • Keepin' It Casual

    Keepin' It Casual
    Stripes were in, and so were lounge suits. Suits were tailors, but the jackets kept long. Hats seemed to still me popular.
  • Just Relax

    Just Relax
    Men's fashion became a lot more lenient; trousers were looser and men stopped creasing them. The tailored look was reserved for a high class; any other occasion called for a baggier look. Leather jackets became popular as the 1920's came to a close.
  • Cinch the Trench

    Cinch the Trench
    Trench coats with a belt around the waist became popular. Suits were still in style but the Great Depression made it hard to afford quality clothing. Leather jackets were still gaining more popularity throughout this time period.
  • Ration the Fashion

    Ration the Fashion
    Baggy clothes were back in style. Due to the war, materials were rationed; flaps, cuffs, and pleats were no longer included. Pants were worn high-waisted.