There is a zietgiest out there, I’ve noticed it for quite a while. Certain topics, movie themes or exhibits seem to hit at the same time. This time it’s men’s wear.
LACMA has it’s large monumental exhibit and FIDM has it’s much smaller Man Mode 
Same 18th century embroidered outfit. Style and fashion aren’t new. What tends to survive in the textile world are very high end garments such as these. Probably not worn often either.
A smoking jacket
Made out of silk cigar bands. These smoking jackets were popular in the 19th century.
Nomad caftan looks it’s from the Steppes of Asia.
Another smoking jacket, well the model is smoking, not sure that was it’s original purpose.
Wonderful embroidery.
Much more modern vest, with all kinds of foxes.
These days ties are really where business can show their individuality. These are from the 50s.
And under it all one can be naughty.
Love all the fabrics, textures and decorative use of zippers. Of course this is runway only.
Well worth a visit to FIDM.
Leah