1. Zoot Suits The, Mik Kloss

2. Pre-view • Who? • What? • When? • Where? • Why?

3. Who Wore Zoot Suits? • African Americans • Mexican Americans • Puerto Ricans • Italian Americans • Filipino Americans

4. What is a Zoot Suit? • High-waisted, wide-legged, tight-cuffed pegged trousers • Long coat • Wide lapels and wide padded shoulders. • Felt hat with a long feather • Pointy, French-style shoes

6. When did Zoot Suits come around? • Originated in the late 20’s early 30’s

7. Where did they Originate? • Zoot Suits actually originated in England, and were quickly adopted by Mobsters and other Wealthy Americans.

8. Why Zoot Suits? • Zoot Suits actually showed when somebody had a lot of money. • Often wore to formal parties by the wealthy. • Wore more often than normal by Gangsters.

9. Any Questions???