. . "British Galleries:\nCourt dress was worn for royal, ceremonial occasions. It did not change in line with fashion as did the rest of men's clothes. By 1900 there were two main styles. This is an example of the 'new style' which included a black velvet tailcoat. The 'old style' was based on an 18th-century frock coat. [27/03/2003]"@en . .