Summer events lean toward brighter, lighter tones and thinner fabrics for heat management
The thorough testing and creation of the new uniforms is set to be completed by the spring of 2014, after which a formal introduction and implementation of the suits will ensue in May of 2014
For the belt I used contrasting white sewing thread again like I used for the bodice of the dress
These garments typically require the wearer to compromise both on comfort (goodbye, soft pants) and on personal style (hello, basic slacks), all in the service of professional polish and suitability
Before anything is processed, you will be personally contacted to confirm your hat, coat, shirt, breeches and shoe measurements
The 1850s saw the introduction of a new hat style that would eventually rival the top hat for supremacy later in the century: the hard felt, dome-crowned bowler (Cumming 28)