Fatherly Pearls of Wisdom: Clothes Maketh the Man

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May 16, 2017, 10:40 am

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Fatherly Pearls of Wisdom: Clothes Maketh the Man

Clothes maketh the man my son. And nothing is going to look more bad ass than a fresh pressed, well tailored suit.

I think my old man told this to me on the day that I had my first official interview for a job at a printing press. It was about the first time I'd ever worn a suit and felt really professional in it and confident for wearing it too. I never actually wanted to take it off and said to myself that I'm going to dress like this every day! Of course, I was young back then and didn't really think ahead about weekends and going out and stuff. And come the end of the day after work, I just wanted to get my shoes off and slip into something much more comfortable and relaxed like slacks and trainers!

But it's a very true statement none the less! Man makes the clothes and clothes do make the man! Think about everytime you've purchased and worn a new jacket or something. Don't you just feel better for wearing it? Think about when you're looking your best and wearing your best clothes out. Whether they are smart or casual. Don't you just feel more confident for it? Of course you do!

I actually prefer to dress smartly for when I'm working. So I'll wear a nice pair of black leather shoes or loafers, a smart pair of trousers, maybe some pin stripes and a nice collared shirt and tie and then you feel a little more professional and confident about yourself. But I do like to "dress down" at the end of the day and on the weekend too!

What do you think? Do clothes maketh the man?

Do you feel like a bad ass in a fresh pressed, well tailored suit?

Or do you feel your best when wearing your most casual and comfortable clothes?

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TheArticulate

TheArticulate

The only time I ever wore a suit was for prom in high school, but can I agree with your statement wholeheartedly after that experience. I guess you could say I felt more "professional", but also I just felt different in general being dressed up and slick in a suit like that.

Anymore, I wear fairly casual stuff to work. V-necks, khaki jeans and Nike shoes generally do the job since I'm running around a college campus lugging camera equipment around. It's dressed up just enough to be professional if need be, but still casual enough that students are intimidated by the way I'm dressed if I have to interview them. It's really interesting how clothing can have effect on how you work, too.

I find it easier to talk to students on campus and interview them when I'm dressed down as opposed to dressed up. If I'm wearing what I usually wear, I think students mistake me as another student who's just working for the college or part time for some department on campus. I think it makes them more comfortable talking to someone who seems more like an "equal" if you will.

7 years ago

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fulstaf

fulstaf

My father once told me "dress up with people's taste and eat with yours", I didn't listen of course at that time, now I'm getting what he's saying, no one would force me to wear anything, but if I'm the one who reaches up for this or that company, I have to abide by their rules. Although I'm wearing casual clothes every day, I have to admit that wearing a suit every now and then feels good.

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vinaya

vinaya

There is a popular saying: don't judge a book by its cover. Have you ever realize what people consider when buying a book. Yes, they look at the cover, read the front text, back text, and the blurb. They will buy the book when the cover satisfies. Same thing is with people. You will be judged by your clothes. When you are in the wedding function, people will expect you to wear suits. When you are being interviewed for a job,your potential employer will expect you to come in formal clothes. people will always judge you by what you are wearing even though clothes do not tell what you exactly are.

7 years ago

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Heatman6190

Heatman6190

If you are a fashion freak, you would know that fine quality dressing is something so adorable. A good dressing speaks well for the person involved, it would even fetch respect in some cases and even access to places you never dreamt of.

I had one experience during my time of job searching days, I love well tailored Italian suit with black shoes. On that fateful day, I dressed so exquisite that I was never regarded as one of the prospective job seekers. I had the opportunity of being granted an audience with the general manager and everything went smoothly.

7 years ago

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saygorem

saygorem

I preferred wearing my most comfortable casual clothes. I am not comfortable wearing suits and tie, I feel awkward because I don't have the guts to wear this clothes. Plus I like to be casual in everything.

7 years ago

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AmieBotella

AmieBotella

In a world where visual presentation is a wonder, whether it be in a product or how we look really gives an impression to the looker. When you dress for the occasion, so to speak, you are immediately telling the world you are prepared without ever saying it. May it be wearing a formal attire, or just dressing neatly, it tells volumes of your intentions and your personality. Once, while I was working in a construction, we were invited to attend a product presentation by a roofing supplier. I came with my partner and there we met different people from contractors to the roofers themselves. You see, working in a construction in a third world country, you would expect the roofers and construction workers usually dressed a little bit scantily because of the nature of their work, but during that product presentation, they all dressed appropriately. Even though they did not wear the suit and tie, still, they conveyed their interest by dressing neatly and properly.

So when you say clothes maketh the man, it is true. But I just hope the world isn't also so caught up in looking at you always on the physical appearance.

7 years ago

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jaymish

jaymish

I agree that clothes maketh the man , in the words of Coco Chanel 'Elegance is not the prerogative of those who have just escaped from adolescence, but of those who have already taken possession of their future. ' Unfortunately when you first meet someone the first impression, you get of them is made by how they present themselves or what the are wearing. How a person dresses tells a lot. Are they modern , stylish, conservative etc. If they don't dress well, it tells you a lot about their attitude. It could mean they don't care or couldn't be bothered. People have to take control of their dressing and image. Dress how you want the world to see you . Do you want the world to see you as successful, competent, powerful, sophisticated?Show that in the way you dress. I think it opens many doors for you.Ever notice how people react to a girl, that is attractive and well dressed ? They rush to do anything for her.

7 years ago

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Barida

Barida

I have not been thinking so much about clothing earlier for I felt that it mattered less to me, but since I discovered the importance of clothing and that it is the way one dresses that he is going to be addressed made me take special attention on clothing and I am now planning on how to keep buying nice outfits for myself.

7 years ago

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Judas2018

Judas2018

Every occasion requires a certain type of dress that one should try to meet as adequately as possible. Job interviews require a suit and tie, or a nice shirt, khakis and a tie. No sneakers or ball-caps should ever be involved. Dinners and weddings the same thing. If it's formal, then try to not be too formal. Or the most formal person there. People might think you're trying too hard. Instead, wear something nice. Something that draws attention but doesn't make you the center of it. Casual events should have you dressed casual but comfortable. But not baseball game casual or day-at-the-park casual. Dinner and a movie casual works best for those sorts of things.

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PedroP

PedroP

While I do think that dressing nicely is ok I wouldn't go as far as saying that it makes the man. There are a lot more qualities like honesty, dignity, courage, and strength that can make and define a man as opposed than just his clothes

7 years ago

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gelotologist

gelotologist

For me both wearing a suit and a casual or comfortable clothes will make you more a decent man and probably a clean gentleman. I remember wearing a suit on my prom and also when my close relatives is having his/her debut, like you can't always wear what you want and it doesn't matter if your reason is it's just your close relatives, some people or strangers will probably go there and you must wear something decent like suit. But when I'm home I just wear some pajamas and sometimes t-shirt, boxers will do and when I go out to eat I just wear t-shirt and short or sometimes boxers if it's just walk distance.

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Pixie06

Pixie06

To be honest I prefer to wear casual and comfortable clothes. I am glad that I work at home and I don't have to wear formal clothes every day. Unfortunately, I have to attend seminars or events at times and on such occasions, I have no choice than to be smartly dressed. I am not really into fashion.

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mildredtabitha

mildredtabitha

I also think clothes can define a person. I feel more comfortable, happy and at ease when I wear official clothes that make me look professional and like someone who should be taken seriously. I also like dresses which don't need to look official but something girly that makes me feel like a playful little kid.

Sometimes I like something loose like trousers just for relaxing or taking long walks.

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Soulwatcher

Soulwatcher

I disagree clothes do not make the man, you can be the best-dressed person on earth and have an attitude problem and no one is going to respect you. And I go by what my grandfather told me a man is only as good as his word. Sticking to your word and doing what you said you're going to do makes you more of a man that any suit or outfit will do.

7 years ago

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jpk0007

jpk0007

Well, I don't like to wear formal wear for a long time. Although for the formal occasions wearing formal wear is necessary but I would have prefered to wear a simple pair of jeans and t-shirt to all my meetings. I wear suits very rarely on occasions where you have no other option than wearing a suit. I think that wearing formals has nothing to do with the confidence of a person.you can be equally confident wearing your casual clothes. it's just that wearing formals has become a norm and people don't feel comfortable when someone breaks this norm.

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henrywilson

henrywilson

I completely agree with your father's statement. Clothes really make a person. For example, when I put on a well-pressed suit and patent leather shoes, I feel very confident. This does not mean that I feel confident only in a tuxedo. For example, when I wear t-shirts from this site, I also feel very confident and decisive. So personally, in my case, clothing makes a person. Although for sure someone has a lot of confidence despite the clothes.

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Miniana

Miniana

I agree that clothes maketh the man, but of those who don’t think the same, I will try to explain why I think like that. Look, when you first meet a person it is almost impossible not to make an impression based on how he or she is dressed. How a person dresses tells a lot, that’s facts. It can easily mean they don't care or that they are too pedant. People have to take control of their dressing and image. That’s why I would suggest you go and get dressed well. By saying that, I don’t mean that you have to buy all those miserable Supreme or Off-White clothes, you can simply get a custom shirt or something else Dressshirtsonlinetailor and that, my friend, will make the difference. Believe me, I’ve seen lots of situations when you see someone and you think that the clothes he is wearing are worth millions, but it’s just custom.

4 years ago

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McLeanJennifere

McLeanJennifere

Totally agree with you . Nowadays, your appearance says a lot about you, and truth be told, I don't see anything terrible in that. So if you want to make a good impression, you have to look good, especially if you are attending a job interview. Honestly, I always loved the classic clothing style, that's why I am buying my clothes only from wear-london.co.uk .So guys, if you are planning to change your clothing style, the classical clothing style is the best. It just gives you a lot of confidence, which from my perspective is a significant advantage.

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