The 'Detective vs Suspect' fashion style is a dynamic and contrasting aesthetic that draws inspiration from classic film noir and crime dramas. It juxtaposes the sharp, professional look of a detective with the edgy, mysterious appearance of a suspect.
This particular fashion trend originated from the success of detective stories and noir movies during the middle of the century and has experienced a resurgence with the emergence of neo noir films in the 1970s; it has made comebacks in fashion over time alongside the popularity of crime dramas, in mainstream media.