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Soccer referees check player’s shorts to inspect whether the color of their undershorts (if worn) match the color of their regular shorts. Soccer’s world governing body – FIFA – clearly state in their rulebook that a player’s undershirt or undershorts must be the same color as the top layer of their game kit. Why do […]

Originally it was a mere stitched and quilted lining (“doubling”), worn under a hauberk or cuirass to prevent bruising and chafing. Doublets were sometimes opened to the waistline in a deep V. The edges might be left free or laced across the shirt front. What was a doublet called in an earlier era? doublet, chief […]

Warm Up Suits Keep Players Ready They know that the warmer the muscles are, the longer a body at rest retains freedom of movement without strain. This can easily be the difference between the capacity to easily stretch over an opponent and a pulled muscle – which can bench a player for the rest of […]

Jerkin is worn over a doublet. Doublets are worn beneath a mantle, jerkin or gown. What was worn under a doublet? The doublet was hip length or waist length and worn over the shirt or drawers. Until the end of the 15th century, the doublet was usually worn under another layer of clothing such as […]

While there are many ways to cover up a cast, we have found that the best way to cover a cast is with a fabric cast cover specifically made for your arm cast, leg cast, brace, split, or walking boot. How do you cover a cast on your arm? Using paper as a cover will […]

How to Get Dressed While Wearing a Cast Wear shirts with short or no sleeves. Using your good arm, put your shirt sleeve over your cast first, minimizing movement of your injured arm. Select pants with an elasticized waist and skirts which easily pull over your head. Can you wear clothes over a cast? While […]

While the collar is the foundation of the jacket in terms of fit, the shoulder style is the foundation of the jacket in terms of style. Along with the choice of fabric, the manner in which the shoulder is constructed determines a jacket’s level of formality. Why are there shoulder pads in blazers? Shoulder pads […]

Driving a car or automobile with a cast can be very dangerous. One needs to check with their doctor and insurance company if this is permitted. As a rule, driving with a lower limb cast is completely forbidden as use of the pedals is inadequate. Driving with an upper limb cast is generally not advised. […]

Immobilization. Restricting movement of a broken bone, which requires a splint, sling, brace or cast, is critical to healing. Before applying a cast, your doctor will likely wait until the swelling goes down, usually five to seven days after injury. In the meantime, you’ll likely wear a splint. What do you wear with a broken […]

Expect 12 weeks for the broken or fractured arm to heal fully. Even with physical therapy, it can take up to two years for full strength to be restored. During this time, you may be asked to limit or take precautions with work, driving, sports and other activities that involve pushing or pulling. Can a […]

In most cases it takes around 6 to 8 weeks to recover from a broken arm or wrist. It can take longer if your arm or wrist was severely damaged. You will need to wear your plaster cast until the broken bone heals. The skin under the cast may be itchy for a few days […]

lapel. A lapel is the collar of a coat or jacket. There are three main types of lapels including a notch lapel (most common for suits), a peak lapel (used in both suits and tuxedos) and a shawl lapel used almost exclusively for tuxedos). What is the collar of a jacket? Collar lapel The lower […]

Prince Harry’s fiancée revives retro jacket trend If you’re not familiar with shoulder robing, it’s when you wear your jacket over your shoulders without your arms in your sleeves. The trend has seen many comebacks over the years with everyone from Kate Moss to Anna Wintour embracing the look. Why do people wear coats over […]

You can eat and drink while sitting, but it is always better to stand and greet. Make good eye contact. Don’t forget to introduce yourself to the host/hostess and don’t interrupt conversations. Avoid approaching two people engaged in deep conversation. Wait until there is a break so you can introduce yourself. Why is restaurant etiquette […]

Boutonnières are a floral decoration worn by men to accessorize their suit or tuxedo look for a formal event. What is the flower for a man’s lapel for? The word boutonnière derives from the French word for “buttonhole flower”. Similar to a wedding bouquet, in the 16th century, boutonnières were used to ward off bad […]

Personal preference. For many weddings, it’s equally appropriate for the groom to wear a tuxedo or a suit. Some grooms want to look especially striking on their wedding day and wear something special, so they choose to wear a tux. Can just the groom wear a tux? The groom and groomsmen can wear multiple styles. […]

a tux is that you’re more likely to wear it again. Many occasions call for suits, from work functions to weddings, and every man needs at least one great suit in his closet. It’s even more likely that you’ll wear the shirt, shoes, and tie again, even if the vest and jacket collect dust. Buying. […]

Semi-Formal – Black tie (tuxedo or smoking jacket at night or stroller during the day) Conventional – Wedding suit (aka lounge suit, single or double-breasted) What is a wedding suit called? a tux is that you’re more likely to wear it again. Many occasions call for suits, from work functions to weddings, and every man […]

This type of jacket traditionally has four buttons and fastens with either the bottom row (known as 4-on-1 style) or both rows (4-on-2) depending on the cut. The most traditional model of tuxedo jacket: black and single-breasted with one closing button, peaked lapels with silk facings, and no rear vents. What is the most formal […]

Before you consider getting measured, please keep in mind that your tuxedo size is no different than your suit size. If you have a suit or sport jacket in your closet that fits you well, we highly recommend that you choose that same size. We suggest only getting measured (or measuring yourself) as a last […]