The tailor-made suit was a simple style that filtered down 
from the upper classes to the working classes. Tailor made 
costumes were easily mass produced, were warm, strong and 
hard wearing. They were an ideal garment for the new woman 
who wanted to be taken more seriously, have better 
education and gain the vote. They suited women who were 
opting to work in department stores or as office workers as 
stenographers (typists) and as telephonists.