Braces are practical and a perfect expression of personal style.
Braces is the British synonym for suspenders and is the word used in most high-end Men's clothing stores. Suspenders in England hold up a gentlemen's socks. The American suspenders usually refer to the clip-on variety which should be avoided. Wear the type that attach to the button on the waistband of your trousers. Braces were de rigeuer business dress until the hot summer of 1893 when many men embraced belts.