Where does the traditional "pimp" outfit, typically a long frock coat, vest, wide-brimmed hat, ostentatious shoes and accessories, all with garish colors and fabrics, originate? | AskHistorians Archive Observer

Where does the traditional "pimp" outfit, typically a long frock coat, vest, wide-brimmed hat, ostentatious shoes and accessories, all with garish colors and fabrics, originate?

by OffsidesLikeWorf

Here is a photo with a few people dressed stereotypically as "pimps" for reference.

thrwaythyme

While there is always more that can be written, this write up by /u/yodatsracist provides some insight into how this stereotype arose in popular culture.