Re: [h-cost] some more questions about 1930's formal wear
Vest: The tux did not come with a vest, so I'll have to come up with that separately. Since I'm not sure that I would be able to match the black wool, were vests made of other fabrics? Maybe silk or satin? Does it have to be black, or were other colors used? If another color, would the tie need to match, or would it stay black? There are two kinds depending upon your tux style: low-cut front/backless with a strap that runs around the waist. Usually linen and heavily starched, oft worn with a bib (you seen those things that curl up on old comedies?); or a more common style waistcoat with a few pockets, fake lapels and so forth. Waistcoats may be optional depending on how modern in thought your man is (was?) and the lapel cut of your jacket -- the old fogies can stand back with thier cigars and sniff at the modern non-vest wearers. Cumberbuns are an easy option. So, the vest was made of linen? Would satin or silk be acceptable? Can I make a vest in some other color than black? If so, does the tie need to match? Rebecca Schmitt aka Agness Cabot, Guilde of St. Lawrence, Bristol Renn Faire * ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] some more questions about 1930's formal wear
But you do know that a modern tuxedo, even tweaked, wouldn't equate to 30s evening dress, right? It's dinner dress (hence it still being known as a dinner ajcket here). For evening dress in the 30s you're talking tails. ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] some more questions about 1930's formal wear
Close enough for the purpose. And now he has a tux! :) Rebecca Schmitt aka Agness Cabot, Guilde of St. Lawrence, Bristol Renn Faire * -Original Message- From: h-costume-boun...@indra.com [mailto:h-costume-boun...@indra.com] On Behalf Of debloughcostu...@aol.com Sent: Monday, January 12, 2009 5:23 PM To: h-cost...@indra.com Subject: Re: [h-cost] some more questions about 1930's formal wear But you do know that a modern tuxedo, even tweaked, wouldn't equate to 30s evening dress, right? It's dinner dress (hence it still being known as a dinner ajcket here). For evening dress in the 30s you're talking tails. ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
[h-cost] some more questions about 1930's formal wear
So, I have a few more questions about 1930's formalwear, mostly for men: I have a tux coming for my hubby, and I will take in the jacket at the waist to get the right silhouette. However... Shirt: From what I can tell, white cotton, preferrably pique. Did they use studs in the shirt? Do the studs need to match the cufflinks? Vest: The tux did not come with a vest, so I'll have to come up with that separately. Since I'm not sure that I would be able to match the black wool, were vests made of other fabrics? Maybe silk or satin? Does it have to be black, or were other colors used? If another color, would the tie need to match, or would it stay black? Shoes: I assume black patent leather lace-ups would work. I've also seen some reference to spectator shoes or brogues. How common were they, and would they be appropriate for formalwear? Also, women's shoes: what would be appropriate? Basic pumps? Strappy sandals? Something in-between? My gown will be sapphire blue with champagne accents; would ivory shoes work OK? Thanks for answering all my questions - I just don't have the time I want to devote to research (houses and husbands and children, oh my!), and the event is at the beginning of February. Rebecca Schmitt aka Agness Cabot, Guilde of St. Lawrence, Bristol Renn Faire * ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] some more questions about 1930's formal wear
Shirt: From what I can tell, white cotton, preferrably pique. Did they use studs in the shirt? Do the studs need to match the cufflinks? Studs or buttons, depending upon the maker -- them new-fangled makers use buttons. Studs are the more preferable. It is not required to match studs at cuffs but can be a nice touch. I'm a showy cufflinks man myself. Vest: The tux did not come with a vest, so I'll have to come up with that separately. Since I'm not sure that I would be able to match the black wool, were vests made of other fabrics? Maybe silk or satin? Does it have to be black, or were other colors used? If another color, would the tie need to match, or would it stay black? There are two kinds depending upon your tux style: low-cut front/backless with a strap that runs around the waist. Usually linen and heavily starched, oft worn with a bib (you seen those things that curl up on old comedies?); or a more common style waistcoat with a few pockets, fake lapels and so forth. Waistcoats may be optional depending on how modern in thought your man is (was?) and the lapel cut of your jacket -- the old fogies can stand back with thier cigars and sniff at the modern non-vest wearers. Cumberbuns are an easy option. Shoes: I assume black patent leather lace-ups would work. I've also seen some reference to spectator shoes or brogues. How common were they, and would they be appropriate for formalwear? Lace up shoes are the final touch to power-dressing. Not sure about oxfords versus brogues but suspect the more plain style would get you into more places, -C. This email was sent from Netspace Webmail: http://www.netspace.net.au ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
