Tailcoat black men

The men's black slip jacket is a long black men's jacket with gold braiding on the front, fringed epaulettes on the shoulders and two panels at the back. The stand-up collar is trimmed with gold-coloured braid and the cuffs feature the same block pattern with gold-coloured buttons. Men wear this jacket during carnival, in a parade or at a gala or circus evening.

This black parade jacket features the following details

• The jacket is made from 100% polyester.
• Available in sizes S, M, L, XL and XXL.
• The front has two rows of gold-coloured buttons between wide bands of gold braid.
• Each shoulder has an epaulette with gold fringe, and the back features a decorative pocket flap with gold piping.
• Hand wash only; do not bleach, tumble dry, iron or dry clean.

Where does the uniform look of this slip jacket come from?

The jacket is based on the nineteenth-century military parade uniform, in which bands of braid, epaulettes and a high collar indicated rank and status. This uniform silhouette is particularly versatile in the world of fancy dress: it works as a riding crop, as an admiral, as a nobleman or marquess and as a pirate captain. The black base with gold is more neutral than a brightly coloured show jacket, allowing you to define the role with a single accessory.

Styling tips for the parade and party evening

Wear the jacket over black trousers and a black or white shirt, and the gold will be the only thing that stands out. With a top hat and walking stick, you can stand before the group as a master of ceremonies; with a sword and white gloves, you can achieve a naval officer look; and with a whip in hand, you are the riding crop. On a long parade day, keep in mind that the panels fall below the knee, so choose footwear that is comfortable to walk in.

Choose this black slip jacket with gold braid and wear it for a carnival parade or gala evening.