Suspenders are strips of cloth that during the 18th century were made to hold trousers in place and were therefore treated as underwear only. But in the middle of the 18th century, these straps were redesigned to be worn over shirts and were taken as a fashion statement. Although during that time they had a general purpose; and it is that during those years the pants were quite high waisted so that the belts became useless. So suspenders became an essential part of everyday wear. Now, in the 20th century, suspenders were again revived to give that extra oomph and sense of class to one’s attraction.
Suspenders are straps that go over the shoulders as they are attached to the front and back of the pants. The joints of the suspenders with the pants are made with clips or buttons. And to make sure the straps don’t slide down from your shoulders, they should be shaped into an H, Y, or X shape at the back.
Basic types of Suspenders
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black dress suspenders– These are perfect for a super classy look and go best with formal black tie events. These are perfect for any kind of flashy outfit.
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hangers– These suspenders come with an attachment of clips that can be slipped over the belt line of pants. The downside to these is that they can damage the fabric of your pants.
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underwear suspenders: These braces are worn over shirts. They are worn under the t-shirt and are mostly made of soft, nude fabrics.
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work suspenders: These are the strong and durable suspenders. They can also be worn with denim and allow for a lot of mobility.
Benefits of braces
There are several advantages of suspenders over belts such as:
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Comfort: Belts can be very uncomfortable as they are too tight around the waist. However, suspenders won’t cinch your waist, they’ll also hold your pants up properly.
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varietyBelts can be boring as they don’t really come in varieties, especially the formal ones. But in the case of braces, several options can be found. One can find suspenders in different colors, widths, types of fabrics, patterns, styles, and even types of accessories.
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Avoid stacked shirts: One of the biggest aesthetic problems with belts is that they cause shirts to bunch up. This can lead to a scruffy, old-fashioned look. However, suspenders can be a great alternative, as they keep the shirt straight and sharp without bunching up.
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Improve posture: now that the shoulder straps put some pressure on the shoulder, the person unconsciously tends to sit or stand up straight. This will ensure that one does not collapse.
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Slimming effect: Suspenders are vertical in nature so it gives a slimming effect to the waist compared to belts.
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Good circulation: belts tighten the waist, sometimes too tight and this can interrupt the normal flow of blood, but suspenders do not and one can be sure that blood circulation is adequate.