Despite some ardent fans—including skinheads in the 1960s, working women in the 1970s, and teenagers in the 1980s—suspenders fell out of fashion in the 20th century, alongside high-waisted pants.

As men age, comfortable suspenders become a smarter option, Ratcliff says. "The truth of the matter is suspenders are actually a better apparatus for men of a certain age.

Button-on suspenders are the gold standard for formal wear. These attach via buttons inside the waistband of trousers and offer a sophisticated, intentional look.

Indian men rarely think about wearing suspenders. But they look quite elegant and retro. So if you're planning to add them to your look, here are some useful tips.

My InsiderDon't wear suspenders and a belt at the same time. Shutterstock Once upon a time, men had to make a decision when they decided to wear suits: belt or suspenders.

For the next three years, a pompadour, white button-down shirt, and black suspenders became Monáe’s uniform. My Mother-in-Law Keeps Telling Us We’re Failing Our Daughter in a Major Way.

Button-on suspenders are the more formal option and can only be worn with pants that have suspender buttons inside the waistband.

Full-Frontal Fat I like the suspenders look, but I'm a bigger guy. Is there a way to wear suspenders that will flatter my figure rather than accentuate my big waist?

Carnegie Mellon student Tobias Sonne has developed Posture Suspenders, which test for good posture using stretchy fabric sewn into a pair of ordinary suspenders.