Dinner Jacket Collection

TV Programmes George and Mildred. George (Brian Murph) and Mildred (Yootha Joyce) arrived dressed in evening wear ready for their night out. March 1980 P012738

Film Poster for John Hustons Under The Volcano (1984)
From the celebrated novel by Malcolm Lowery Albert Finney Jacqueline Bisset Anthony Andrews

Jack Jackson in Maurice Elveys Stars in Your Eyes (1956)
Stars in Your Eyes (1956)

Opening of an exhibition of photographs by Denis Williams, Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Herts, 1978
Official opening of an exhibition of photographs by Denis Williams at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, April 1978

Harry Bence playing the saxophone at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, 1984
Harry Bence, bandleader of the New Squadronaires, playing the saxophone at the Forum Theatre, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, 1984

Opening of the American Centennial Exhibition: President Grant...1876. Creator: Unknown
Opening of the American Centennial Exhibition: President Grant at Mr. G. W. Child's Reception, from a sketch by one of our special artists, 1876. The popularity and high esteem which Mr

Farewell Dinner given to the Prince of Wales by the officers of the Serapis...1876. Creator: L.B
Farewell Dinner given to the Prince of Wales by the officers of the Serapis: Captain Glyn presenting the Album, from a sketch by our special artist, 1876

Portrait of William Herald Heald, c1844. Creator: Alfred Jacob Miller
Portrait of William Herald Heald, c1844. Heald, as a young man, was a member of the firm of John H. Heald and Co. tanners, at North and Madison streets, Baltimore

Sisters in evening dress looking at two young men, 1905 or earlier. Creator: Anna Maria Kruijff
Sisters in evening dress looking at two young men, 1905 or earlier

U.S. Shipping Board signing contract w/China, between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Harris & Ewing. U.S
U.S. Shipping Board signing contract w/China, between 1910 and 1920

Portrait of Jack Lesberg and Leonard Bernstein, New York, N.Y. ca. Dec. 1946. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
Portrait of Jack Lesberg and Leonard Bernstein, New York, N.Y. ca. Dec. 1946

Portrait of Dean Hudson, ca. Aug. 1946. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
Portrait of Dean Hudson, ca. Aug. 1946

Portrait of Jack Lesberg and Leonard Bernstein, New York, N.Y. ca. Dec. 1946. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
Portrait of Jack Lesberg and Leonard Bernstein, New York, N.Y. ca. Dec. 1946

Portrait of Dean Hudson, ca. Aug. 1946. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
Portrait of Dean Hudson, ca. Aug. 1946

Portrait of Dean Hudson, ca. Aug. 1946. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
Portrait of Dean Hudson, ca. Aug. 1946

Portrait of Dean Hudson, ca. Aug. 1946. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
Portrait of Dean Hudson, ca. Aug. 1946

Step this Way, New York, 1938. Creator: Unknown
Step this Way, New York, 1938. The Federal Theatre Project, created by the U.S. Works Progress Administration in 1935, was designed to conserve and develop the skills of theater workers

Step this Way, New York, 1938. Creator: Unknown
Step this Way, New York, 1938. The Federal Theatre Project, created by the U.S. Works Progress Administration in 1935, was designed to conserve and develop the skills of theater workers

Portrait of King Guion, 1938. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
Portrait of King Guion, 1938

Portrait of Bob Wyatt, New York, N.Y. ca. 1947. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
Portrait of Bob Wyatt, New York, N.Y. ca. 1947

Portrait of Bob Wyatt, New York, N.Y. ca. 1947. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
Portrait of Bob Wyatt, New York, N.Y. ca. 1947

Portrait of Justin Stone, 1938. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
Portrait of Justin Stone, 1938

Prince Pierre Troubetskoy, painter, c1900. Creator: Emily G Mew
Prince Pierre Troubetskoy, painter, c1900. Photograph shows half-length portrait of painter Pierre Troubetzkoy, seated facing front

Affiche pour la "Taverne Olympia". c1900. Creator: Jules Cheret. Affiche pour la "Taverne Olympia"
Affiche pour la "Taverne Olympia". c1900. [Publisher: Imprimerie Chaix; Place: Paris]

Portrait of Victor Hugo, c1868. Creator: Francois-Nicolas Chifflart
Portrait of Victor Hugo, c1868

Portrait of Bernard Groethuysen, 1911. Creator: Karl Hofer
Portrait of Bernard Groethuysen, 1911

Portrait of Marcel Bing, c1895. Creator: Paul Albert Besnard
Portrait of Marcel Bing, c1895

Chained, plate eleven from A Life, 1884. Creator: Max Klinger
Chained, plate eleven from A Life, 1884

Richard Branson and his (2nd) wife Joan Templeman attend a Gala Dinner at Harrods held by Mr Mohamed Al Fayed. Princess Diana, HRH The Princess of Wales

Roger Moore and Christopher Walken August 1984 on the set of the James Bond 007 film A View To A Kill at the Chateau de Chantilly in France

Actor Ron Howard with fellow actor Henry Winkler from the US TV series " Happy Days" pictured at a recent American awards ceremony March 1977

Benny Goodman, Capital Radio Jazz Festival, Knebworth, 1982. Creator: Denis Williams
Benny Goodman, Capital Radio Jazz Festival, Knebworth, 1982

Sir Alf Ramsey is re-united with his World Cup winning team for his testimonial dinner whose great day was on July 30 1966 (Standing left to right Nobby Stiles, Ray Wilson, George Cohen)

Manchester United footballer Bobby Charlton talking to Prime Minister Harold Wilson at a party for West German Chancellor Willy Brandt at Number 10 Downing Street. London

Sean Connery meets Queen Elizabeth II at the premiere of the new James Bond film, " You Only Live Twice " 12th June 1967

Royal premiere of The Beatles new film Help! at the London Pavilion in Piccadilly circus London 29th July 1965. Far left is Paul McCartney 2nd left is Ringo Starr 3rd left is Maureen Cox ( Starkey)

Peter Sellers with Ringo Starr at the Premiere of "Oh What a Lovely War"
Peter Sellers with Ringo Starr at the Premiere of " Oh What a Lovely War" 10 April 1969

John Major attending the Leeds Chamber of Commerce and Industry dinner. Head in hands

Queen Mother meets Danny Kaye Larry Hagman and his mother former actress Mary Martin at the Royal Variety performance London Palladium. November 1980

Yvonne De Carlo and George Raft Hollywood veterans, February 1980

Actor Gerald Campion (29) as Billy Bunter in January 1952. The BBC show " Billy Bunter of Greyfriars School" runs weekly

British singer and actor Gary Miller with a woman at Helliwells new year party. 31st December 1959

Keith Floyd television presenter of cookery shows with his fourth wife Tess Smith ***
Keith Floyd television presenter of cookery shows with his fourth wife Tess Smith - - 14/04/2009

Lord Palmerston, c1850, (c1880). Creator: Unknown
Lord Palmerston, c1850, (c1880). Henry John Temple (1784-1865) British statesman who served twice as Prime Minister and dominated British foreign policy from 1830 to 1865

Merry Christmas!, 1938. Plate taken from Plaisir de France (December, 1938)

Billie Jean King and her husband Larry at the Wimbledon Ball

Beauty Show at Spa, Belgium, 1888. Creator: Unknown
Beauty Show at Spa, Belgium, 1888. From, The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 38. July to December, 1888

Mr. J. M. Levy. Chief Proprietor of the Daily Telegraph; 1812-1888, 1888. Creator: Unknown
Mr. J.M. Levy. Chief Proprietor of the Daily Telegraph; 1812-1888, 1888. From, The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 38. July to December, 1888

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Dinner jacket event) "Dinner Jacket: A Timeless Classic" Step into the world of elegance and sophistication with the dinner jacket. This iconic piece has graced the screens and stages, capturing our hearts through memorable moments. In TV programmes like "George and Mildred, " George (Brian Murph) and Mildred (Yootha Joyce) donned their dinner jackets, adding a touch of charm to their comedic escapades. Meanwhile, John Huston's film poster for "Under The Volcano" (1984) showcased the allure of this timeless attire. From Maurice Elvey's "Stars in Your Eyes" (1956), where Jack Jackson mesmerized audiences wearing his sleek dinner jacket while playing the saxophone at Hatfield's Forum Theatre, to Denis Williams' exhibition opening photographs at the same venue in 1978, this garment has been a symbol of artistic expression. Even music legends embraced its allure. Frank Sinatra and Frank Sinatra Jr shared a backstage moment at London's Royal Albert Hall in 1992, both impeccably dressed in their dinner jackets. Benny Goodman also exuded style during his performance at Capital Radio Jazz Festival in Knebworth (1982), captured by Denis Williams' lens. Beyond entertainment circles, notable figures like Richard Branson attended Gala Dinners held by Lord Palmerston at Harrods or celebrated Christmas festivities with loved ones back in 1938. Sports icons were not exempt from its charm either – Sir Alf Ramsey reunited with his World Cup-winning team for his testimonial dinner while Manchester United footballer Bobby Charlton engaged in conversation with Prime Minister Harold Wilson. The dinner jacket remains an enduring symbol of refinement that transcends time and occasions. Its impeccable tailoring adds an air of confidence to any gentleman who wears it – a true testament to its everlasting appeal.