Totally and utterly agree with Jamie - the white gap between is horrendous... therefore, no belt, but rather suspenders covered by the vest. If indeed the jacket comes off, you still see a well but informally presented gentleman who can put his jacket back on if he cools down, or better still, offer it to his lady.
It has always fascinated me that men (who normally complain of the heat) wear a jacket, vest, long sleeves, etc. while women (who normally shiver if there's a window open anywhere in the building) are expected to walk around with bare shoulders and arms.
Yes the lady looks marvellous, but if she then wears a gentleman's jacket and he goes about with long sleeves and a vest, everyone smiles and thinks how feminine she is and how gallant he is. Everyone wins - she's warm, he's cool, and everyone thinks how wonderfully in love they are.
Rev'd Father Bill White: Mostly retired Parish Priest & former Elementary Headmaster. Lover of God, dogs, most people, joy, tradition, humour & clarity. Legion Padre, theologian, teacher, philosopher, linguist, encourager of hearts & souls & a firm believer in dignity, decency, & duty. A proud Canadian Sinclair with solid Welsh and other heritage.
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