What is mob style?

Mob style, also known as Mobster style or Mafia style, refers to a fashion trend that was popular in the 1920s and 1930s. It was associated with the mobsters or gangsters of the time, who were involved in organized crime. The style was characterized by sharply tailored suits, fedora hats, wingtip shoes, and other accessories that exuded a sense of authority, power, and sophistication.

The mob style originated in the United States, particularly in major cities like New York, Chicago, and Detroit, where the mafia and other criminal organizations were rampant. It was adopted by gangsters as a way of projecting their status and dominance in the underworld. The style evolved over time and became more elaborate and extravagant, with some gangsters owning multiple suits and accessories.

Mob style was popularized in movies and television shows that depicted gangster life, such as The Godfather, Goodfellas, and The Sopranos. Today, the mob style continues to influence men's fashion, with modern iterations such as the "gangster chic" look, which combines vintage-inspired clothing with modern accessories. However, the trend is now more of a fashion statement than a symbol of the criminal underworld.