When you think about gangsters of the Prohibition era, what comes to mind? If youre like most folks, you probably picture a square-jawed tough guy in a brightly colored pinstripe suit, sporting an oversized hat and toting a tommy gun. When you think about it, though, that likely wouldnt have been the most practical look for your more prudent wiseguys. Tough customer or not, when your primary source of income is something less than legal, its unwise to walk around in an outfit that more or less screams, I am involved in organized crime!

Anyway, that image probably has more to do with Hollywood and Dick Tracy comics than with reality. Thats not to say that real-life gangsters didnt take pride in their appearances, though. Look back through historical photos of Al Capone and his various partners in crime and youll see a bunch of well-dressed fellows who look like theyre up to no good. Its pretty clear that your higher-caliber gangsters were big believers in the old saying about how you should dress for the job you want.

Hopefully your teen wont be following the same advice in this snazzy polyester costume, as there arent many places hiring old-timey gangsters these days. But that doesnt mean you cant have a good time rocking this eye-catching pinstripe get-up, featuring a double-breasted jacket with four buttons and wide lapels, and matching trousers. Its time to start practicing your Edward G. Robinson impression, but remember to keep an eye out for the paddy wagon!

Features

• Jacket and pants: 100% polyester, Shirt front: 81% polyester, 19% cotton, Tie: 97% polyester, 3% cotton
• Double-breasted jacket has two faux pockets and hook and loop closure at front
• Broadcloth shirt front has ribbon waist ties, hook and loop fastener on neck band
• Pre-tied white necktie sewn to collar of shirt front
• Matching pants have an elastic waistband
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