Formal wear or formal clothing is a general fashion term used for
describing clothing that is worn by men on various formal occasions such
as weddings, social gatherings, in business and corporate meetings etc.
The category of men's formal wear can be traced to the early 16th
century when men used to dress up for various occasions. Men of the high
strata, particularly dressed in heavy tail coats as an evening wear.
With the passage of time, these bulky and uncomfortable formal clothing
and garment were replaced by more comfortable garments with stylish
cuts.
There are two types of formal wear worn by men. They are:
- Western Formal Wear: This clothing type has an important
influence on different countries.
- Traditional Formal Wear: This clothing type is worn in
different countries and the garment is specific to a particular
country. eg; Sherwani is a traditional outfit widely worn during
wedding and other occasions by men in India.
Fabrics
A variety of fabrics are used for manufacturing high quality and
stylish formal wear. These fabrics can be natural and synthetic blend of
both. Synthetic fibers like polyester are often blended with natural
fibers for giving the garment fabric certain finishes and
characteristics. A list of fabrics used is presented below:
