A single-breasted waistcoat in black damask silk, its pattern held in the weave, with six mother-of-pearl buttons and a lining embroidered with the house bee.

A black damask silk whose pattern lies in the weave rather than the colour, so that the floral emerges only at close quarters. Six mother-of-pearl buttons, a welt pocket at either side, an adjustable back strap, and a lining embroidered throughout with the house bee. Made in England.

Black upon black is the most forgiving way to wear a pattern, which recommends this one equally for black tie and for a wedding in the depths of winter. The Black Hampton Wool Flat Front Dress Trouser completes it.