Suit
Department Store Belle Jardinière, Paris French
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The Parisian emporium Belle Jardinière was known for providing ready-to-wear suits for customers on a budget. This practice became popular at the turn of the 20th century, blurring class lines. The well-made suit, once an easily identifiable distinction between wealthy upper-class men and those in the middle class became accessible at all levels.
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