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The 1840s style was perceived as conservative and "Gothic" compared to the flamboyance of the 1830s, with the silhouette tightening, lengthening, and a move away from elaborate trims

Common mistakes to avoid Getting the shirt right requires understanding what does not work as much as what does

Sleeves: Off the shoulder straps

Just a sharp-looking pair of men's dress shoes can be enough to draw the eye in an otherwise-relaxed outfit like slacks and a heritage fisherman-style sweater

Leather, for example, was entirely jettisoned and reallocated for use on German army boots

Knitted trainers can also look smart if theyre dark, but theyre maybe a tad too modern for some circumstances and a step too far from proper shoes