Masculine 1930s

In the 1930s, women borrowing from the gentleman's wardrobe was still a provocative statement. Stars such as Marlene Dietrich transformed wide-legged trousers and sharp tailoring into symbols of confidence, independence and modern femininity, decades before anyone talked about power dressing. This collection is a tribute to that menswear-inspired mode, with Marlene trousers, plus fours, fitted waistcoats, tailored jackets and spearpoint-collar shirts, designed in-house and made in Yorkshire.

How to wear masculine 1930s style

Keep the tailoring sharp and the styling soft. Wear a fitted 1930s waistcoat over a shirt with wide-leg trousers, or plus fours with knee socks and a jumper for a country look. A tie or scarf, a felt hat and brogues finish it.

See our 1930s suits for jackets and skirts to complete the tailoring, browse 1930s trousers, or read more in our 1930s style guide.