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 Cummerbunds were inspired by scarves worn around men's clothing at the waist in India. The first cummerbunds worn by Europeans were designed for the British military personnel in India.
Cummerbund is from the Hindi word formed from Persian elements meaning 'waist' and 'band', band being a verb in Persian which means to close, and kamar, waist. This fully translates as "to enclose the waist". The pleated front created several overlapped areas of fabric suitable for holding small items. CUMMERBUNDANCE offers handmade silk cummerbunds, the essential gentleman's accessory for every Black Tie event. Our cummerbunds are made to order in Scotland in your choice of checked, striped, tartan or black pure Silk Dupion, lined in cotton for comfort and finished to the highest specification. Our cummerbunds wrap around the waist to fasten securely on the left hand side. No elastic straps or unsightly metal buckles to be seen if the jacket is removed. Front pleats conceal a discreet pocket for tickets or cards. From Cocktails to Cruises, Choirs to Christmas, Clubs to Culture, CUMMERBUNDANCE cummerbunds are simply a cut above the rest. CUMMERBUNDANCE is based in Edinburgh, Scotland. |