a sleeveless garment which buttons in the front and is cut from

For ultra-formal evening weddings, the gentlemen might wear a white tie and waistcoat.

worn under all men's outer garments; front was made in fine material, many times adorned with embroidery, and back made in lining material.

An optional male undergarment, usually quilted, to which the breeches were fastened. A woman's dressing jacket was also called a waistcoat.

were worn under all men's outergarments. Has a front of fine material and a backing of lining material.

Worn in place of a cummerbund to cover the trouser waistband.