Founded in 1930s Argentina by Salomon Rudman, Suixtil became the premier "gentlemen's outfitter" and the world's first specialized, stylish racing gear brand. In 1948, Suixtil became the official clothing provider for Argentina's national team, often referred to as Escuderia Suixtil, led by Juan Manuel Fangio, José Froilán González, and Oscar Gálvez. Drivers quickly saw not only the fashion but the function of the gear. Stirling Moss, Peter Collins, Mike Hawthorne, Jean Behra, Maurice Trintignant, Alberto Ascari and more all wore Suixtil. Mechanics wore Suixtil coveralls, the leather jackets and helmet bags were de rigueur. The brand vanished after Rudman's death in 1967, but was revived in 2007. Today, the brand produces high-quality clothing inspired by its original designs, ranging from polo shirts to jackets that reflect the golden age of racing. Enjoy these images of the fashion and the people who made Suixtil THE thing to wear. Today you can find the entire line at suixtil.com

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The Maestro Juan Fangio at the height of his powers in Cuba, 1957. His Maserati mentor and mechanic is Guerrino Bertocchi. Fangio would win in 1957 and be kidnapped by Fidel Castro in 1958.

Cuba 1957. Stirling Mossand Guerrino Bertocchi. In Cuba teaming with Fangio. Moss would win Cuba in 1958 and 1960 but this year he drove two Maserati’s and neither finished.

58 Monaco. L to R Mike Hawthorne, Jean Behra, Wolfgang von Trips, Stirling Moss. Hawthorne would become World Champion at the end of the season.

Monaco 1961. L to R Tony Brooks, Jim Clark, Jack Brabham, Joe Bonnier, Dan Gurney, Graham Hill, Wolf von Trips, Bruce McLaren. We think it is Richie Ginther’s helmet behind Graham’s shoulder.

1975. Driver Clay Regazzoni, Giulio Borsari on L, Engineer. Ferrari 312T. We are not sure where this was taken, but Regazzoni won the Italian GP - I mean what else matters for Ferrari?

Buenos Aires 1952. R to L Governor of the Province of Buenos Aires, Jose Gonzalez, Argentinian President Juan Peron, Juan Manuel Fangio, Robert Manzon, Andre Simon. YES that Juan Peron.

1960 Nurburgring 1000. L to R Masten Gregory, Dan Gurney, Phil Hill biting fingernails and reading his notes. Gurney would win co-driving with Stirling Moss in a Birdcage Maserati.

Hans Hermann and Jean Alesi celebrate at the 1958 LeMans after winning the under 2 liter division in their RSK and finishing a remarkable 3rd overall.

What else is there to do in Monaco before the race? Go for a ride in Peter Collins skiff. With him are the lovely Louise Collins and teammate Mike Hawthorne.

Frenchman Jean Behra next to his Gordini T24S at the 1953 Carrera Panamerica. Behra crashed his Gordini while leading the Mexican race in 1952 and was disqualified in ‘53.

Celebrating after winning the 1961 Targa Florio are Wolfgang von Trips and Olivier Gendebien.. The pair drove the smaller 246 Dino and gave Ferrari its first sportscar win for a mid engined car. The fight was with Moss and Graham Hill in their Porsche RS-61. The Porsche was faster but broke on the last lap.