From shop MitchAmericanvintage, ad by AsianVintageGoods In the front, woven ones in brown and white, which are continued to my shoes, which are Allen Edmonds spectators, the model Bel Air in brown and white. Under Add your personalization, the text box will tell you what the seller needs to know. And therein lies the problem: as much as society wants men and women to be equal in every way, shape and form, the fact remains that male and female bodies have different characteristics. Dressing in vintage style clothing for a themed event or personal fashion is our passion. Dressing up, like most other sporting or cultural events was becoming a vicarious experience vice a real one. Original Price $62.00 The only time youd see a tux by the 90s was at the Grammys and other choreographed celeb/red carpet events. Unfortunately menswear retailers and manufacturers are seemingly 100% profit driven in the 21st Century. Ad from shop AsianVintageGoods Admittedly Ive never been to venues with that strict a dress code (unless its been an actual event that stipulates black tie or cocktail attire) but where there were dress codes, it used to be that people not only adhered but went slightly better. Regarding braces and belts, I always wear braces with my trousers. Realistically, men back then had to spend more of their income on clothes because the production had not been shipped offshore. Ad from shop RETROSPECTNYC But, they also lasted longer and the cost per wear was low. Some men may be intimidated by all the different sock colors and the patterns and how you can combine them, but we got you covered. Back in the day, chances were that, even as a middle-class person, you owned your garments and didnt just rent them. If staying inside, dressing with street clothes is more relaxing and doesnt have the laziness connotation. United States | English (US) | $ (USD). We do this with marketing and advertising partners (who may have their own information theyve collected). We also offer our exclusive Fall Front Trousers for the gentleman of the Regency era. FabricBasics Your videos and articles are excellent! Original Price $467.41 From shop DononBoutique, Sale Price $62.99 From shop linenpantsmen, Sale Price $39.74 Typically, they were smaller. ad by gyftshop Looking back for some vintage ties, there were plenty of ugly ties. Now, if you ask any man in the street how much they spend on their shoes, the average will definitely not be $400. Original Price $204.03 From shop AnSanLinen, $78.00 From shop ForkVintage, $36.39 They had ties for work, ties for play, and then, of course, bowties, evening ties, and whatever they needed. However, Ive seen plenty of skinny jeans. Fashion or fashionable affairs became farmed out as well. Original Price $38.00 Please contact us if you have any questions! Narrow your choices by decade (Victorian, 1920s, 1930s, 1940s, 1950s, 1960s-1970s and 80s-90s) or browse vintage mens pants and trousers from both USA and UK shops. Another reason vintage men looked good was that they knew how to put together odd combinations. I skipped the pocket square because I felt like, between a windowpane pattern, the flower, and the tie, I already had enough going on. We already discussed in a different post why men stopped wearing dress shoes, but, back then, obviously, they did and dress shoes not only had an elegant last, but they were also made of higher quality materials than sneakers today. Todays ties are often very thick and its not the fabric thats thicker necessarily, but the interlining between the fabric. These unisex trousers are typically those jogger style pants which are (for want of better words) fairly normal fitting across the top with flat fronts although they start to become tighter or taper around the lower abdomen to the point they make your legs look almost carrot like due to the extreme ankle taper. The 1950s slimmed down a little bit, yet the waist was still high up until the 60s. And no, its not just about the color and the pattern, but also about the collar shape. I mean, just imagine if Lord Grantham would have worn a pair of underwear with a T-shirt. Whereas, today, I think men often wear their Rolex, no matter if they show up for Black Tie or if theyre in their flip-flops on the beach. Well, it starts with the fact that, back then, there was a culture of hat wearing and people learned what to wear and what not to wear based on how they looked. Few things look worse than large midsections hanging over trousers worn on the hips, or tight clothes of overweight people. Shirt Collar Styles for Men: A Complete Guide Point, Spread, Cutaway & More. Linenist And now, you can go to a cocktail party and look dressed to the tee. From shop VintageArcana. Of course, one of the most obvious reasons vintage men looked better is that they wore hats. From shop ChakacocoCreations, ad by WaltersWackyWardrobe FREE shipping, ad by TenCentMillionaire So, again, the question is: why did they look so good? Ad from shop ECANYON And whether youre looking for high-waisted, pleated cigarette pants straight out of the 1950s or the more grunge-inspired look of 80s and 90s vintage plaid pants, youve come to the right place. While many of the items on Etsy are handmade, youll also find craft supplies, digital items, and more. bybrandonthorne OldLabel Add matching sunglasses for even more fun! Dress codes are the idea of helping you to put something on that was acceptable, so you could focus on the company rather than being self-conscious about your outfit and whether youre over or underdressed or just dressed appropriately. (20% off), ad by TETEROTSALON Belt a poncho around your waist to automatically create a dramatic silhouette and also stay comfy as heck. I cant. Great! If you take a closer look at the dress shirts that were available to men back then, youll probably be surprised. In addition to the proliferation of tux rentals, another parallel event was under foot. We have a guide on how to pair socks with shoes that shows you how you can elevate your outfits with a simple thing such as socks. Thought youd be interested that since post covid reopening, my private membersclub in Sydney (RACA) has been enforcing the dress code of no Ts, polo shirts, shorts, sports shoes, and more members coming in with more guests. (30% off), ad by ABetterWayOutfitters Were they warm and cozy? Tuck a pair of vintage pants into your hottest socks and sandals getup and pair with a belted oversized blazer. quickly became a thing of the past. For instance, its cheaper and easier for retailers catering to both sexes to produce one design in bulk; all the while, they come across as being politically correct having products that can be worn by both men and women. Cold shoulder tops (any top with a hole cut out around the shoulder blades) and low cut tops for women are all about saving fabrics cut out. Love Uwilas cuffed look with white tube socks and vans. Ad from shop linenpantsmen Original Price $127.37 We turned a hobby into this website to make it easy to find vintage inspired clothing for women and men online spanning 1900-1960s. From shop bybrandonthorne, $19.99 Yet another thing vintage men wore much better than modern ones are overcoats or outerwear. Try that with your Nike sneakers. Given how much social media influences peoples decisions, a few bad reviews could be enough to damage the reputation of a business. Its the devils own job to find affordable, high-waist trousers and jackets just get shorter all the time. Another thing vintage men wore better were dress shirts. If you wanted a bigger knot, then you went with a Double Windsor or a Balthus for example. Herringbone Cashmere Scarf in Mustard Yellow and Grey, Burgundy Touchscreen Dress Gloves Lamb Nappa Leather. Even though many off-the-rack vendors dont sell shirts in a bright color palette, fortunately, we now have lots of custom offerings on the market. Captcha failed to load. 6. They dont care about their stuff. $122.42, $204.03 Ad from shop bybrandonthorne From shop VietnamMinority, Sale Price $22.16 I finally found what I was looking for! Ad from shop TheVaultVntg Why? Today, most men dont wear a formal, brimmed hat anymore. Good news! 5. Florsheim, of course, you can get for a lot less and we made a guide on the difference between $100 and $500 shoes, where the Florsheim only cost a hundred. Simply put, dressing well is not the province of any age and I guarantee, you will feel great and people notice the well-dressed man. Its not varied enough. Well, in that case, its great to start out that way and, if you want a different look, you can get different colored shoelaces, which really change the game. CeCeVintage Ad from shop SkunkCityVintage FREE shipping, ad by addictedbespoken wearbatique Overcoats today are often black, charcoal, or navy all solid. My Dear Sir, Nowadays you dont even hear of dress codes or the ones that still have signs posted definitely no longer not enforce them based on some of the disreputable attire Ive seen allowed in. From shop Fabweave2000, ad by OZIUM Belts, which became much more popular in the 30s and in the following decades, can also help you keep your pants up, but its much easier if you have that high waistline because it just grips your body better than just over the hips. But, even just a few decades earlier, men did not rent. If you go to a regular department store or even haberdashery, often the selection is rather limited and dim. (25% off), ad by CarnivalOfTheManiac You might think, Arent dress codes really a thing of the past? Vintage Blue Pants Indiana Men's Vintage Pants, Bugle Boy Pants Indiana Men's Vintage Pants, Mens High Waisted Pants In Men's Vintage Pants, Suspender Button Pants Indiana Men's Vintage Pants, Us Navy Bell Bottoms In Men's Vintage Pants. Going for a round of golf or a ride on the old pennyfarthing? And, even if you have just five minutes, take a look. They may wear a baseball cap or a beanie when its cold outside, but not a bowler hat or a fedora or a homburg hat. That being said, the 1970s bell or hyper flare jeans that looked like Oxford bags became a trend. Keep up the good work; I enjoy your commentary. The technical storage or access is required to create user profiles to send advertising, or to track the user on a website or across several websites for similar marketing purposes. From shop Linenist, $60.00 Dominic adds bright shoes and futuristic glasses to give the look a modern edge. Pairing khakis and a button-up shirt is a classic move most of us can get behind. They werent super tight and they werent gigantic either. There seems to be a problem serving the request at this time, Vintage Cotton Vintage Clothing for Women, 1980s United Colors of Benetton Vintage Clothing for Women, {"modules":["unloadOptimization","bandwidthDetection"],"unloadOptimization":{"browsers":{"Firefox":true,"Chrome":true}},"bandwidthDetection":{"url":"https://ir.ebaystatic.com/cr/v/c1/thirtysevens.jpg","maxViews":4,"imgSize":37,"expiry":300000,"timeout":250}}. I remember my first trip to Vegas. (15% off), ad by ShopKennedyLA $89.99, $99.99 WaltersWackyWardrobe A very popular jacket these days for cold winters is a Canada Goose down jacket. Yes, there were lots of neckwear options. When a sole is worn down, theyll just toss it and buy a new pair because the repair locally for a pair of shoes that cost $70, $80, or $100 would probably cost about the same as a pair of new shoes made abroad. Find out more in our Cookies & Similar Technologies Policy. You might think, Well, they had navy socks and black socks and maybe gray socks. But, that couldnt be further from the truth. (20% off), ad by HKMandelVintage Your articles show creativity in themselves; looking at ones wardrobe and asking yourself, why do I wear it this way and not that? Or, why did previous generations wear these particular clothes a particular way? 1. Pick up a pair of cargo-inspired vintage pants and pair it with a tonally-similar top. Shipping policies vary, but many of our sellers offer free shipping when you purchase from them. Original Price $50.11 Its a little more casual because it has lighter-colored buttons and elbow patches. FREE shipping, ad by FabricBasics With #4 trousers, Id like to add another couple of items that havent been covered although #1 relates to points about pants fitting the wearer. I mean, they had different bow tie shapes, different sizes, slim ones, big ones, pointed ones, and so forth. $39.74, $66.23 AnSanLinen Another reason why men back then looked better is that they either wore suspenders or belts. From shop ShopVintageVibes, ad by Linenist Ad from shop TheShahStore (10% off), ad by wearbatique Balance it out with a cropped cardigan and coordinating jewelry! GlassCityReclaimed I know you could say, Well, no one will ever see me in my sleepwear. You may be right, but its a general mindset and I think, if you take care of yourself and invest in yourself, youll show up differently, even when people cant see you. Today, most men associate wearing a necktie with discomfort. I think the another reason people do not wear trousers at the waist is because of the way waistlines have expanded over the last 30 years or so. The one that took the cake, though, was a man in baggy sweatpants with his naked gut hanging over the waist (possibly his pants were too low slung but I wasnt looking too closely), a stained t-shirt and flip flops. Dont see this option? Ad from shop AnSanLinen Throw on adenim trucker jacketand fedora to spice it up! Click on the picture or title of the product and you will be redirected to the online merchant selling that item. Learn more. If youre interested to learn from those vintage illustrations, we created an eBook that does just that. It wasnt just about ties, though. ImperiaOldStyle Arent we all individual today? Well, yes and no. Wow. Braces are very comfortable and allow the trousers to hang naturally. From shop Freshandswanky, $45.00 (70% off), ad by GlassCityReclaimed Copyright 1995-2022 eBay Inc. All Rights Reserved. Lolitavintagee I find myself following these observations about the vintage era. FREE shipping, ad by Swankysvintage It depends on your lifestyle, your climate, and your taste. On one hand, a hat can be a great personal style hallmark, but it can also be a detriment if worn incorrectly. Learn about the Lyst app for iPhone, iPad and Android. From shop BetaMenswear, Sale Price $11.40 FREE shipping, ad by Fanplusfriend Wear your vintage plaid pants with a graphic tee and denim vest to achieve the punk/skate vibes of your wildest dreams. But, in fact, its not nearly as warm as my heavy overcoats, which were made from heavy, durable wool. Ad from shop SouthOfBrimfield FREE shipping, ad by vintage8090 More than 90% of staff had sweatpants or gym shorts on the bottom with big clunky sneakers. Found something you love but want to make it even more uniquely you? Deals. The cufflinks are a pair of vintage, enamel cufflinks that are lighter in color and, even though there is no yellow in other parts of the outfit, its very close to the color of the windowpane. Thats no doubt why trousers are becoming significantly tighter and also why styles like the jogger (extreme ankle taper previously limited to a limited range of athletic pants but now taking up place in chinos, even cargos typically worn loose) have evolved. From shop VintageHippieCouture, Sale Price $161.10 And whether or not other gentlemen agree with your views, you certainly understand that you are causing them to also stop and ask themselves why they wear what they wear. From shop TenCentMillionaire, $25.00 12.