Have you noticed that in gangster movies, one of the first things a newly minted "hood" does is go out and buy a snappy new wardrobe?
Many criminals started with nothing, so their ill-gotten gains provided their first chance to dress in style; this is especially true for films taking place before the 1970s, when clothes were much more expensive.
Fancy attire also communicated wealth, influence, and power, all of which a gangster needed to stay alive and prove to others that he had truly "made it."
Gangsters also didn't shy away from bolder patterns, brighter colors, and louder combinations to show everyone who owned the room.
And finally, wearable wealth especially jewelry, could help a gangster pay his way if he found himself in trouble or unexpectedly "on the lam."
Find more inspiration from the seedy side of style by watching our video on the Top 10 Stylish Gangster Movies!
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