White coat for men. A tailcoat is a suit of a special cut for official events: description, photo

Tail coat - clothing for the elite. But it is not necessary to be invited into high secular society in order to feel worthy of it. You can also turn ordinary life into “high society”, if you really want to put on something festive and solemn.

Therefore, regardless of whether you received an invitation to an official evening event where such a dress code is supposed, or you arranged a holiday for yourself, it will not be superfluous to know how and who can and should wear a tailcoat.

What is a frock?

The main color is black, today it is the most acceptable and popular. Sometimes, much less often - dark blue, which is also called the "color of the night."

How and with what to wear a men's tailcoat?

Even if there was a reason to wear a tailcoat, few people know what to wear it with. Let's try to figure it out.

The classic look of a gentleman is completed only by patent leather shoes in black and socks of the same color.

• If you follow etiquette very strictly, then a white pocket handkerchief can serve as an addition to the costume when it is not supposed to wear orders. But even without both, the image will not become less significant and solemn.
• In the classic version, the left lapel has an inconspicuous hole for a boutonniere, and if sewn by a knowledgeable craftsman, then there will be a flower holder on the back of this lapel. It is useful in a festive setting to take advantage of this feature of the tailcoat.
• In cool weather, a long coat is put on over the tailcoat and white gloves complement the look.

Where and when is it appropriate to wear it

Nowadays, there are many events to which you can be invited, and where they want to see you in a tailcoat. In such cases, even the invitation will say "White Tie" or "Evening Dress", which means that you need to be in a white bow tie for an evening event. For your information: according to the rules of etiquette, the time of white bow ties is only in the evening, after 20.00.

• Today, tailcoats are relevant at wedding ceremonies, official evening receptions, at award ceremonies or important awards, while visiting the opera and other theaters.
• A white coat is worn very rarely even in those countries that are considered trendsetters: England and France.

  But if it is appropriate to wear white, then only in the warm season for outdoor events.

• Today, a tailcoat performs as a mandatory dress in ballroom dancing, during the performance of the European program.
• It is also the uniform of athletes in equestrian competitions. Of course, its appearance and even cut are different from the classic version, but this is for the convenience of the rider.

Basic Rules

The tailcoat itself is sewn from high-quality, natural or blended woolen fabric, it should fit the figure tightly, not gather in folds on the back or coattails. Therefore, before putting on a ready-made tailcoat, it must be adjusted to fit.

• The vest worn by men under a tailcoat should ideally be made of pique fabric. This is a dense cotton fabric, its peculiarity is that it almost does not wrinkle, not smooth (in a small scar), perfectly white, easy to wash. A vest made of another fabric, for example, silk or satin, is considered unacceptable in a classic strict combination.
• The lapels are trimmed with natural silk, which, by the way, can be sewn on both the buttons of the tailcoat and the stripes of the trousers. Although there are options in which the lapels of the tailcoat are trimmed with the same fabric as the main suit.
• At ceremonial events, often invited attendants are also dressed in tailcoats - as uniforms. In order not to be confused with the waiter, remember that the black vest and bow tie are only for those who serve the event.
• The shirt, waistcoat and shirtfront must be impeccable, since the tailcoat is always worn unbuttoned, even the cut does not imply that it will be fastened. The vest, on the contrary, has three buttons that must be fastened.

Connoisseurs never wear wristwatches. If there is a desire and opportunity, let it be a pocket watch on a chain.

Posture - straight, strict, full of grandeur and nobility. This is exactly how a gentleman wearing this outfit should look. Impeccable manners will have to be learned, useful in any case.

Can women wear a tailcoat?

A women's tailcoat also has a place to be, and the fair sex does not even have to follow all the conventions and rules of etiquette.

Since women's fashion and its designers offer this, you should not refuse interesting experiments in combining a tailcoat with accessories: jewelry, scarves, belts and handbags. With their skillful use, you can get quite a glamorous look!

Some historical and literary facts

Do you know that earlier, by the number of decorations and the shape of the tailcoat, one could judge the position of a person in society? Today, this ceremonial costume has already lost its former influence. And yet you can’t do without it at White Tie parties and weddings.

Important! A tailcoat is a men's dress suit with a special cut. In front, it barely reaches the hips, and behind it is a dovetail or two narrow tails. Pay attention to how elegant and graceful modern tailcoats from the German brand Masterhand are.

The classic of the genre - "Cornway" - will please the groom

• satin lapels and buttons;
• 100% wool material for tailcoat;
• the highlight of the designers is additional buttons on the sleeves and the body of the jacket itself;
• wide size range - from 44 to 64 sizes.

If you decide to stay on a tailcoat, you should know:

• tailcoats emphasize figure flaws - it is better for stooped men to replace them with tuxedos;
• a black tailcoat requires black shoes and socks;
• a dress coat in black is complemented by a snow-white shirt with a stand-up collar, a starched shirtfront and a bow tie;
• etiquette calls for a white silk waistcoat;
• trousers with satin stripes are put on under the tailcoat;
• a black coat on a cold day is complemented by a black coat, white scarf and gloves;
• cufflinks for a tailcoat should be modest;
• if you need a watch, choose a model on a chain.

Why would it be profitable for you to buy tailcoats in the showroom?

Let's start with the fact that the showroom format offers communication with a stylist and fitting. No blind deliveries.

The client also has:

• wide choice - the showroom provides the richest assortment;
• quality items from well-known brands - the showroom does not work with fakes;
• affordable prices - due to direct cooperation with the manufacturer of things;
• prompt order fulfillment and the ability to quickly bring the right size from a warehouse in Germany;
• consultation of professional stylists.

Tail coat is delivered only under the order from Germany. Delivery time 3-4 weeks.

Contents of the White Tie Kit:

• tailcoat jacket
• Pants with double stripes
• Tailcoat shirt
• Tailcoat white pique vest
• Tailcoat butterfly

A tail coat is a very formal type of wardrobe, and if you bother to wear it a couple of times in your life, it means that you are a very respectable person. Tailcoat choice.

A fashionable tailcoat, a watch with fire, Even a tie with him.

Invitation with a note White tie / Formal White tie(white tie) it should be understood that you will soon attend a particularly solemn event such as a diplomatic or state reception, a ball, a strict wedding or a banquet with strict protocol. The name White tie comes from the name of a white bow tie that you will need to wear with the most formal, strict and solemn clothes from a man's wardrobe - a black tailcoat.

Appeared tailcoat (French frac) in the middle of the XVIII century, as a cavalry uniform of officers. Its shape allowed the military to be comfortable in the saddle and look decent at the event. But it was not a formal dress code. Officers often flaunted at balls and dinner parties in tailcoats, giving this form of clothing a fashionable and ceremonial look.

Tailcoats were sewn from fine cloth, and sometimes from velvet. Now black tailcoats are preferred, and in more "noble" times, blue, brown or green colors prevailed. One can recall Leo Tolstoy and his novel "War and Peace": "Everyone looked at Pierre's white hat and green tailcoat with almost naive childish curiosity." Black tailcoats were worn only for mourning events. But gradually, fashion began to change in the direction of emphasizing masculinity and the severity of the image of the strong half of the world. So black tailcoats became the main part of the ceremonial wardrobe of men.

A tailcoat is a men's dress suit, short in front and with long narrow tails (floors) in the back. Usually it is a black double-breasted tailcoat with silk lapels and black trousers with pronounced creases.

Tailcoat accessories.

1. Cufflinks for a shirt are ordinary, without frills.

2. Watches must be pocket only.

4. A white bow tie (pique or silk) and a pique waistcoat are put on for the tailcoat, but by no means silk - this is bad manners.

5. Shoes for a tailcoat should be leather, black, lacquered. The socks underneath are long and black.

7. A black coat with a white scarf and white gloves is put on over the tailcoat in cold weather. It is also appropriate to put on a cylinder.

The tailcoat is the formal wear for dressage competitions (but the style is different), it is also a mandatory uniform for ballroom dancing competitions, and is also worn by dancers and musicians.

Events White tie / Formal White tie usually begin after 18 hours, if it passes earlier, then a more democratic wardrobe is allowed. You can wear a regular tie, not a bow tie, trousers are not necessarily black, a dark-colored vest, and you can also wear a kind of half-coat called a morning coat. In the "morning tailcoat" the tails are rounded, while in the usual they are parallel to the ground.

A tail coat is a very formal kind of wardrobe, much more solemn than a tuxedo, and if you bother to wear it a couple of times in your life, it means that you are a very respectable person. Do not forget: the tailcoat is the brainchild of officers and a military bearing must correspond to it.

A frock coat is a formal frock coat with cut-out front floors and long narrow tails at the back. Also, a tailcoat is usually understood as a short special or jacket with floors. In more detail about the history of the appearance of the costume, its application and modern models of special clothing, we will tell in our article.

Costume history

There are two main theories for the origin of the tailcoat, and both send us back to the 18th century. According to one of the versions, it was initially believed that the tailcoat is a kind of model of an officer's suit. So that long uniforms do not interfere with officers while riding a horse, smart cavalrymen came up with the idea of ​​\u200b\u200btucking the edge of their clothes. After that, the newfangled introduction was adopted by the foot soldiers, then by the officials, and after a certain time, the tailcoat began to be considered the everyday clothes of citizens. Similar costumes began to be cut with long tails, and the tailcoat acquired the appearance that is familiar to us now.

According to another theory, it was believed that the tailcoat is nothing more than a slightly modified justocor. For some time, between the tailcoat and the justocor, which is familiar to us, there was an “abi” suit, which was something similar to a tuxedo.

As the tailcoat came into fashion, a special group of tailors began to stand out, who specialized in tailoring this type of suit. That's what the specialists were called - tailcoats. There was such a belief that only the French company Cigé could sew the best tailcoats. The goods of her production could be purchased in Moscow, in the Maly Order of a costume from Sizhe was considered the height of elegance.

Currently, a tailcoat (photos of clothes are posted in the article) is a short evening suit of a special cut with cut-out floors in front and long tails in the back. It can be seen on a conductor or an opera singer in a theater.

When is a suit appropriate?

A short evening suit is worn only on rare occasions. It is appropriate if the words white tie or evening dress are indicated in the official invitation to the gala event. Since this kind of postscript means that at an official reception or a gala dinner starting after 19:00, you must appear with a white bow tie, which is worn exclusively with a tailcoat. Mandatory addition to a special men's suit are black trousers without cuffs (tail-coat trousers are equipped with satin stripes), a white pique waistcoat, a snow-white shirt, black socks and patent leather shoes of the same color.

The use of tailcoat

In addition to official events, the costume is a mandatory form of dress in the European Ballroom Dancing Program. A tailcoat is also used to participate in riding competitions. For ballroom dancing, the cut of a special men's costume is slightly different from the cut of a tailcoat for competitions. This is because the rider needs freedom of movement in order to comfortably control the horse.

How to wear a tailcoat for men?

In order for a man, putting on a tailcoat, to look elegant and sophisticated, it is necessary to take into account some recommendations.

It is worth sewing or ordering a tailcoat from a trusted tailor or in specially designated boutiques that are engaged in tailoring such clothes. Since the trousers have a high top, you should not wear them, but you can wear suspenders if necessary. A white silk handkerchief should be placed in the breast pocket of the tailcoat.

Particular attention should be paid to the vest. It must be white. Since the black vest with a black bow tie is the uniform of waiters and maitre d's. Before putting on a vest, it must be starched. There are, as a rule, three buttons on a vest - all of them must be fastened.

On a snow-white shirt there is a collar of a special form, which looks like a stand with curved corners. Buttons should be the same as on the vest. Compared to buttons, cufflinks should be purchased expensive, but not stand out from the general image.

The tie must be white and must be self-tied. The ideal option is a bow tie, but modern etiquette also allows the now popular plastron tie.

Wristwatches are strictly prohibited. Such an accessory is considered a clear sign of bad taste. If necessary, a pocket watch on a chain is worn with a tailcoat.

In cold autumn and winter, a men's tailcoat is worn with a cashmere coat, covering the neck with a white scarf made of silk. It is allowed to wear white leather or kid gloves on the hands.

Children's tailcoats

For tailcoats for kids, of course, there are no such strict prohibitions and requirements as for adults. In tailoring, various colors and styles of jackets and trousers are allowed. A dress coat for a boy can be black, gray or white. There are also combined models that combine several shades.

For girls, you can choose a tailcoat dress or a vest with long lapels. To create a spectacular image of a young lady, an outfit from a tailcoat and a fluffy skirt will do. In this model, instead of the usual lapels, a gathered fabric is placed at the back, which acts as a skirt.

Women's tailcoat

For modern fashion, the penetration of the attributes of men's clothing into women's wardrobe has already become a kind of regularity. There are a lot of examples of this: from the usual shirt, which everyone has long considered practical clothing for women, to stylish and original jackets. Another originally male model is a tailcoat (a photo of the costume is presented in the article).

This type of clothing migrated to the women's wardrobe around the 20s of the last century. Such a merit, surprisingly, can be attributed to the legendary Coco Chanel. A well-known German and American actress, as well as a sex symbol, made a cult and feminine thing a tailcoat, which included trousers, a men's tailcoat, a top hat, a monocle and a cigarette in her stylish image.

The popularity of female models

At the moment, the frock is very popular. The simplicity and impeccability of the usual cut allow emphasizing feminine elegance and sophistication. Men's style in clothes gives the image sophistication and charm. And the elongated silhouette focuses on the curves of the female figure.

Compared to which it is allowed to wear only on solemn occasions, a women's tailcoat is only an original, as well as an extraordinary wardrobe item, used at any opportunity. Created informal bows look even more interesting.

What to wear a tailcoat for a woman?

For women wearing a tailcoat, there are no strict restrictions in etiquette. The color of the costume can be any: from traditional black and gray to hot pink and lemon. The latest fashion trend is the combination of a women's tailcoat with casual wear. The only rule that should be followed is as follows: you must definitely wear something under the suit, as it is customary to wear it unbuttoned. For this, any T-shirt, blouse, shirt, vest or beautiful underwear is suitable.

To create an unforgettable look using such a thing from a men's wardrobe as a tailcoat, you need to use the following tips from fashion stylists:

When creating a stylish image, one should be guided by female logic: the less predictable and unusual, the more stylish. However, it must be borne in mind that other things worn should in no case belong to the men's wardrobe.

Varieties of models for beautiful ladies

At the latest fashion shows and on the pages of glossy publications, various variations of modern costume models are presented for general viewing. The following outfits deserve special attention:

• tailcoat dress - this is a kind of model that has long coattails at the back and a deep neckline in front (a blouse or shirt should be worn under the dress);
• tailcoat tunic - in this version, the lapels can be located both in front and behind;
• cardigans in the form of a tailcoat, put on jeans or a long T-shirt.

The strict lines of the presented models perfectly emphasize the grace of the female figure, and the clearly noticeable masculine style in clothes adds a sexy touch to the created stylish bow.