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Victorian Men’s Clothing, Fashion – 1840 to 1890s

A well-dressed Victorian man needs a quality suit, tie, shoes, a hat, and accessories to reenact the era. Victorian working classes need durable clothing and boots to withstand the elements. We have found many men’s Victorian clothing options online to help with your shopping for a Civil War, Dickens Fair, Pioneer, Old West, Steampunk, party costume, or single-action shooting reenactment outfit. Start assembling your Victorian-era outfit from these links.

Read more about Victorian men’s fashion history before you shop.

Victorian Men’s Clothing

Suits/Coats | Trousers | Vest | Shirts | Boots | Hats | Accessories | Ties

More Victorian Menswear

A basic Victorian men’s outfit starts with high waist pants held up by suspenders in solid wool, plaid, or dark stripes. Next, add a loose Victorian men’s shirt in a white or solid color for working classes. A mid to upper-class man wore a Victorian suit with matching vest. Poor classes may have only afforded a mismatched vest and jacket.  Use a cravat or ascot in lieu of a necktie. Wear button-up or lace-up boots on your feet and a Victorian top hat, bowler or cap on your head. Complete the look with a Victorian men’s frock coat, cutaway, or morning coat (tailcoat). Add men’s accessories such as gloves and a pocket watch to really make your costume stand out.

VICTORIAN MEN’S FASHION GUIDES