Peaky Blinders Dress Up Set Birmingham

The Peaky Blinders Birmingham costume set is a two-piece men's set with a flat cap and a sleeveless waistcoat in a dark grey herringbone pattern. A silver-coloured decorative chain hangs on the front of the waistcoat, the detail that instantly makes the 1920s gangster look recognisable. Wear this set at a 1920s party, a Gatsby party or during Carnival.

What do the cap and waistcoat of this costume set look like?

• The cap is a flat model with eight panels and a short brim, in the same grey-and-black herringbone pattern as the waistcoat.
• The waistcoat has a deep V-neck, three buttons and two narrow welt pockets at the front.
• A silver-coloured chain hangs from the middle button and curves down to the pocket.
• The back panel is made of a smooth, slightly shiny light grey material that contrasts with the front panels.
• The set is made of 100% polyester and is suitable for hand washing.
• You can choose between size M/L and size XL, both for men.

The gangster style from Birmingham in the 1920s

In the 1920s, the flat cap was the headwear of the working class in England, and it was precisely that cap that became the trademark of the Birmingham gangs. Together with a waistcoat, a shirt with rolled-up sleeves and a pocket watch chain, the silhouette that now appears at every roaring twenties party was created. The herringbone pattern belongs to that same period: a fine zigzag weave that looks dark grey from a distance. That style is closer to the English street gangster than to the glitter and fringe of the American Charleston look.

Shirt, braces and face paint to go with the grey waistcoat

A white or cream-coloured shirt with rolled-up sleeves under the waistcoat is the most common base, with dark trousers underneath. Braces, a pocket watch or a cigar holder complete the 1920s look, and with some dark face paint along the jawline, you create a stubble beard. Small round glasses or a leather belt with a striking buckle fit well with the same period. Those accessories are not included with this set: you receive the cap and the waistcoat.

Choose this Peaky Blinders Birmingham costume set and you will be ready for the next 1920s party with your cap, waistcoat and chain.