It's time to play ... DRESS REGEV!

[aadroma]

Hey gents (and ladies)! As you know, I'm quite a fan of the clothing of the mid- to late 1800s. I go to an event celebrating the period (with more of a Wild West slant) called Traders Jubilee. I had a blast this year, was all ready to go this year (complete with reservations at a bed and breakfast in the town of McGregor, IA), when the event then

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[progbear]

Damn you! I’m salivating over the products, none of which I can afford right now!

If you want hats, Berkeley Hat Company has some similar hats for pretty good prices. I imagine they deliver, too.

[maxauburn]

I'd love to wear late 19 th century clothing if I had the money!

I wish you success in your search.

I have long thought of myself as being a 19 th century man, trapped in the 21 st century!

I've even had dreams where I'm living in the late 1800's!

Edit: Car that is my User Icon is an 1899 Packard, the very first Packard.

[progbear]

All righty, I’ve had time to think this over a bit.

I like the look of the vests with the pin-striped or plaid/checked/hatched patterns best. I think you might want trousers that offer a bit of contrast to that as opposed to ones that match; but not ones that totally clash. (I’m thinking ones in a lighter/darker shade with a similar pattern)

A sack coat would be good for period accuracy, but I like the look of the longer frock coats better.

And I think a bowler/derby would look good on you. Be sure to choose one in a colour that goes well with the ensemble you’re putting together. I think having it match your coat would be the best idea.

[aadroma]

Heh, did you have specific vests/pants you liked?