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McFarlane, a military clothing historian who runs a Substack on the topic called "Combat Threads." The concept, he said, was that a shapeless, warm outer garment that fastens at the throat was much easier to wear with formal attire, especially if naval officers had to travel from ship to shore

Outfits are planned well in advance and discussed with designers, with thought given to the occasion, the other guests, and often something pertinent about the country that is being visited. Those details can be seen in color choices such as the late Princess of Wales choice of a red and white outfit for a May 1986 visit to Japan for instance

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