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. Ironically, braces are cooler since they allow air to circulate more freely than belts.
Trousers hang better with braces.
Never wear both braces and a belt, just ignore the belt loops. All rights reserved.