1940s party- male.

Duff

Hey guys,

My o/h has just informed me that we're going to a WW2/1940s themed party at the weekend. I haven't really got any clue what to wear and don't want to spend a bomb either. From looking online it's pretty much just Peaky Blinders style tweed suits which I haven't got & don't fancy buying one that I probably won't ever wear again. Any ideas would be appreciated!

Thanks.

baby and crumble

Honesty op, if you could get a pair of braces and a bowtie you could do a pretty easy "rough 40's" outfit with a pair of chinos, a pair of converse, a shirt, bowtie and a cardigan if you have it. Like an Ivy-leauge 1940's look. Get some shiny hair product and part your hair and slick it down. You'd be more "American 1940's" but that's fine sure.

Day Lewin

If you can get a traditional pair of trousers but too big for you by a size or so: they wore them high on the waist - really very high; and the pants legs quite loose.
So just get a pair somewhat too large, shorten the hems at the ankle and leave a turn-up. You could literally duck-tape it in place.
Oh, and a hat is essential. Clean-shaven and short hair. Waistcoat and you're done!

http://www.thelifenostalgic.com/how-to-dress-1940s-style-for-him/

Duff

Thanks for the replies, guys

Great ideas. Think I'll take a trip into one of the charity shops in town and see can I pick up a pair of big slacks and a hat. Have braces and suitable shirt at home.