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As both a vintage fashion historian (self-taught!) and an unrepentant collector, Ive spent years hunting down the finest examples of CC 41 garmentsfrom sharply tailored utility suits to delightfully modest knickers, all bearing the distinctive utility label that whispered wartime restraint with impeccable style

A subtle gold and white wedding dress can also bring a unique combination of warmth and purity to your bridal ensemble

Cotton or modal are for those who want comfort first

The suit has a Kurta beneath the Nehru jacket and has a colour combination which makes this one of the best choices for the wedding ceremony