Black Utility Scheme Evening Suit
TailorMade by
Burton
(Chesterfield, England, founded 1903)
RetailerSold by
Burton
(Chesterfield, England, founded 1903)
AssociatedAssociated with
CC41
Date1942 - 1952
Object NameSuit
Mediumwool, corded silk and rayon
ClassificationsFashion and Dress
DimensionsChest: 108cm
Waist: 102cm
Back Length: 80cm
Trouser Waist: 94cm
Inside Leg: 78cm
Waist: 102cm
Back Length: 80cm
Trouser Waist: 94cm
Inside Leg: 78cm
AcquisitionPresented in 1988.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS014351
Keywords
It was usual for gentlemen to wear a formal suit to a ball, dance or cocktail party in the 1940s and 1950s. Although this is a utility suit, made by Burton, it is typical of the style of formalwear worn by gents during this period. Once clothes rationing finished in 1952 the type and cut of material would have been a little more generous.
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Despite appearing pretty boxy and shapeless, after war rationing ended the cut of this suit would have been even more generous! What do you think of this fashion?
George Morrison
Last Quarter 19th Century
Late 19th century
