I was looking at an old Wm Anderson catalogue that was posted on here awhile ago. http://www.xmarksthescot.com/forum/f...talogue-74888/

It said that, for evening wear, "the style of coat chosen requires most careful consideration. It depends on the figure of the wearer, the purposes for which the coat is required, and other considerations. The Coatee is specially suitable for a young man or an older man of slim figure. It is definitely less suitable for the stouter figure....The Doublet is less popular than it once was, but is suitable particularly for older men."

When I face reality, I recognize that I am no longer a young man and that my figure has always been closer to stout than slim. Yet, I am unsure that a doublet would be particularly flattering. The catalogue shows a Regulation (with low-cut waistcoat) and a Kenmore doublet.


Does anyone have any experience or suggestions?