Tordesillas, E. 2023

This thesis analyzes T.S. Eliot's "Tradition and the Individual Talent" as representative of the conservative mindset evident in the enduring form of the suit, a form of material culture. Eliot emphasizes the importance of tradition for poets, urging them to connect with the past and present through the "historical sense."

Over the centuries, the suit has served as an example of tradition through its barely modified form, adapting to contemporary fashion while retaining its essence. This continuous adaptation reflects Eliot's idea of tradition. The suit's existence as a form of material culture with specific presentation rules reinforces its cultural significance. Despite evolving fashion trends, the suit endures as a timeless wardrobe piece, unifying the past and present and evoking a sense of ceremonial uniformity.

In conclusion, this thesis demonstrates how Eliot's ideas on tradition find manifestation in the suit's enduring yet evolving nature, symbolizing a style built on a conservative tendency.