Men's Style · 1930s
Fred Astaire and White Tie
Dancer Fred Astaire made white tie and tails look effortless and modern. His perfectly cut tuxedos and top hat became the picture of sophistication. He showed that formal menswear could be graceful, relaxed, and full of personality.
Did You Know
Astaire often used a silk necktie as a belt and dressed down his formal looks to make them feel natural rather than stiff.
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