The Cummerbund is a unique item that can be used for formal evening occasions. Black Thai style with beautiful 100% silk elegant solid black cummerbund (Bow Tie Sold Separately) Cummerbund was invented in India under the British rule as an alternative to white vests for evening wear. Originally it starts to have a young officer of the British Indian Colonial Corps attached a wide black silk sash (shoulder strap that hangs from shoulder to waist) that is double wrapped around the armpits with ribbon. A formal item that makes the evening formal outfit "tuxedo" a more fashionable look. For weddings, receptions, various parties, reception parties, music events, recitals, etc.