Derby style of clothing

The influence of English style on the formation of fashion trends cannot be overestimated. Along with the bright pretentiousness and eye-catching extravagance with which couturiers annually shock the “high” public, minimalism and aristocracy are gaining their place under the fashionable sun. Derby is an important part of English culture. This style of clothing became the basis for creating clear, laconic images with a touch of sporty romance.

Style concept: description and essence

Derby imitates jockey clothing. English horse racing was at one time in vogue, and the Earl of Derby often organized competitions. In fact, the name of this aristocrat was given to the direction, which included things for riding and corresponding parts.

Despite the fact that this laconic style is distinguished by masculinity and a certain brutality, women have found in it a source of romantic inspiration. The secret is that Derby-style items wonderfully emphasize the sexuality of their owner, highlight what is needed and hide flaws. In addition, minimalist accessories and jewelry, as well as a feminine hairstyle, look great against the background of the rest of the image.

Derby clothing features

Style Features:

1. Practicality of things. This wardrobe will not contain tight dresses, deep necklines, or miniskirts. There is freedom in the sock, nothing restricts anything, problem areas are advantageously covered. Fitted jackets, shirts, and short coats do this perfectly.
2. Impeccable tailoring and fit. The English style does not accept anything else. Exceptionally well-tailored items, neatly finished edges, perfectly fitting clothes. No “I’ve grown” or “I think I’ve lost weight.”
3. "English" natural colors and prints. The theme includes white, milky, champagne, brown, beige, dark blue, mustard, gray, herbal, black, muted electric. Discreet prints in the form of horses, races and other attributes of typical competitions are allowed. The English check and its variations fit into the style.
4. High-quality natural materials. No synthetics, Chinese or “one-day” fabrics. English aristocracy does not accept cheapness; the item will be worn for years. This applies not only to clothing, but also to shoes, jewelry, and accessories. Wool, linen, cotton, silk, tweed, suede, cashmere, drape, leather are relevant.
5. Laconic styles. Simple shapes, slight fit, neat, clear lines in the cut. Without ruffles, flounces, coattails, decoration. Even patch pockets have not taken root here, only welt ones.
6. Availability of style details – characteristic shoes and headwear – perhaps the main “trick” of the derby style. By boots with a high, loose top with a small semicircular heel and a classic toe, as well as by two hats - a cap and a bowler, you can determine the style in question.

Such clothes help out in the off-season. Practicality of materials and comfort to wear allow you to lead an active lifestyle while remaining seductive.

Women's Derby Clothing

Sports and aristocracy, elegance and romance are combined in this genre. The basic women's wardrobe is represented by several items. This:

Semi-tight trousers. Breeches, skinny jeans, breeches and similar models. Most often they have light shades - beige, white, milky, high waistline, narrow knees. The latter is necessary in order to the trousers fit freely into the tops of the boots.

Redingote. A fitted English jacket most often has rounded front flaps, a narrow turn-down collar and leaves covering the pocket slits. Length varies from just below the waist to knee length.

Shirt. White or off-white cotton model with a simple classic cut. Traditionally it is tucked into trousers, but if the length is short, it is allowed not to do this. An option is a white silk blouse with a frill tie and a brooch.

Badlon. A turtleneck with a narrow “neck” of a discreet color made of knitwear, most often ribbed. Definitely monochromatic.

Vest. It has a thin texture and fits under a jacket over a shirt. Basic cut and tailoring.

Cap. Headdress in classic English style. It is made mainly of tweed, has a double semicircular visor and a voluminous base.

Jockey cap. It is a felt bowler hat with a characteristic small visor in front, a rounded base and a “navel” on the top of the head. In addition, there is a leather jumper to hold the headdress on the head.

Coat. An option like a men's duffle coat, a straight peacoat, or a classic English minimalist knee-length style would be suitable.

Jockey boots. The most important part of the image, without which it will not work. A tall model with characteristic cutouts under the knees, an almost classic toe, and a low flat semicircular heel. Often meets decor in the form of several intersecting belts on the outside of the shoe.

In modern fashion, there are often images with elements of the derby style; they are more feminine. But it is the presence of a characteristic model of boots that makes the outfit a jockey.

Details without which a derby is not a derby

In addition to boots and hats, the following elements may be found in the image:

• silk scarf - plain or with an English print;
• suspender;
• belt;
• lace-up boots;
• broad-brim;
• cane;
• umbrella;
• jockey whip (yes!).

If it’s a bag, then it’s feminine, but not bright and in the style of the image.