Show Us Vintage GERMAN Suits

[the_imperialist]

Great finds Fastuni! Showing off the best of German styling right there - never thought I'd say this, but between the two I think the western yoke suits the belt back aesthetic even better than the 'normal' one.

 

[Fastuni]

The scalopped yokes and saddles, so popular in German tailoring, elements often associated with "Western style" in the US, are frequent features also of the alpine Trachten style. They were more common also in Anglo tailoring before WW1.
It has a certain playfulness and ornamental quality to it IMO.

The arches may also reflect a somewhat architectural take on tailoring.
Which reminds me of this 1930s German ad:

Rough translation:
"The own home everyone needs at most!

I construct suits with wonderful facades for all gentlemen. My suits can look dignified like a court building, flirtatious like a pleasure palace or solid, durable and indestructible like the Chinese Wall. I am confident to satisfy every gentlemen with my clothes-architecture, which accomodates every need and possibility. I ask to honor me with your orders."

 

[Metatron]

I love that because it describes in a whimsical fashion what I actually love about vintage clothing. Now in so many cases it's 'here's a some black polyester to wear to an interview'

 

[the_imperialist]

It's been a while, but finally got a decent photo of myself in a lovely double breasted I got from Fastuni a while back.

 

[Mean Eyed Matt]

Great picture of a great outfit, Wayne!

Unusual (for me) is the combination
of stripes and checks on the suit & tie with the shirt;
but I find this arrangement quite exciting and inspiring.

Not to mention: the gray Homburg is a classic
with the dark blue pin/chalk stripe suit!

 

[Fastuni]

Ah, finally. What a lovely outfit and perfect fit.

 

[Benny Holiday]

As tastefully put together as ever. A smashing suit!

 

[Fastuni]

1930's - 40's suit made from sturdy medium-weight wool in granite grey with wine-red stripes.
Size US/UK 38/40 Long(ish).

 

[Jonathan Haart]

1930's - 40's suit made from sturdy medium-weight wool in granite grey with wine-red stripes.
Size US/UK 38/40 Long(ish).

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Is this still available & what is the size of the trousers?

 

[Fastuni]

Some interesting tidbits from 1938 tailoring periodicals:

Who would't love such a showcase box for fashion pictures?



Popularizing the low buttoning 4x1 DB with long lapels, showing more of the shirt. The text recommends this type for taller men.



Also a glance across the ocean. Presentation of fashion "novelties" from the US ("Men's wear").

 

[the_imperialist]

Hopefully breathing some life back to this thread with a late 20s German piece. I absolutely adore the brown suiting and lapels of this period.

 

[Mean Eyed Matt]

It's gotten really quiet around here - overall in the suit threads.
So a special thanks to you, Wayne, for the reanimation
with this wonderful outfit - Everything just fits. Great!

 

[Mean Eyed Matt]

Actually, I should also post a few additions here,
but unfortunately time is always quite short at the moment.
Therefore, here is only a hat photo already posted this week,
but it shows at least the rudiments of my German 30s 3-piece
in grey herringbone with great peaked lapels:

 

[the_imperialist]

Brilliant Matt - perfectly excuted and lovely German peaked lapel 3 piece - would love to see more pics.

 

[Mean Eyed Matt]

I promise you, Wayne, that more pictures will follow.
But for now, here's just another chest shot with today's 2-piece suit
- proabely early 30s in charcoal with turquoise green and textured stripes
and - like the last one - with great peak lapels

 

[Mean Eyed Matt]

Since the picture from just now neither shows much nor is well focused
- here again is the link to the original post with better pictures...
https://www.thefedoralounge.com/threads/show-us-vintage-german-suits.62278/page-39#post-2206902

 

[the_imperialist]

Some 30s belt back jackets first off, a nice lighter, summer weight one I. What almost feel like rayon

 

[the_imperialist]

Latest acquisition. Early 20s 3 piece in a chocolate with teal and burgundy stripes. I'm in love with the suiting, subtle peak lapels and the flat fronted waistcoat - plus fish tails rather than bunny ears

 

[the_imperialist]

Pride of the collection. Late 20s/early 30s 3 piece with inverted pyramid buttoning db waistcoat. Link closure on the coat.

 

[clementishutin]

I promise you, Wayne, that more pictures will follow.
But for now, here's just another chest shot with today's 2-piece suit
- proabely early 30s in charcoal with turquoise green and textured stripes
and - like the last one - with great peak lapels

reminds me of tom hanks from catch me if you can.