what shirt?

**macwilkin** · 23rd February 10, 11:57 AM

Originally Posted by Rathdown

I am personally a fan of the button down collar because it takes a bit of the "edge" off the suit and tie look. Hopefully I won't be shot for this sartorial transgression. (It may be of historical interest to some to note that when President Kennedy was shot, he was wearing a button down collar shirt.)

Since Brooks Brothers is generally credited with being the innovators of the button down shirt, we'll let it slide, Scott.

T.

**Jack Daw** · 23rd February 10, 01:26 PM

Originally Posted by cajunscot

Since Brooks Brothers is generally credited with being the innovators of the button down shirt, we'll let it slide, Scott.

T.

...and, boxy suits.

**macwilkin** · 23rd February 10, 01:30 PM

Originally Posted by Jack Daw

...and, boxy suits.

Perhaps you're referring to the "sack suit", which has its origins in the US Civil War with the Federal issue "sack coat" or more properly, fatigue blouse?

The Civil War did have its influence on civilian attire, as it was the US Army's four standard sizes (I, II, III & IV) that influenced the garment industry to introduce off the rack garments.

T.