How to dress well in CM without standing out too much

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Why would someone stick out wearing classic clothing?

It happens and it can be very amusing.

I recall going for a Richard Anderson fitting at the Fairmont in San Francisco. Naturally I wore tailored clothing. On the way down in the elevator, a woman -- in tourist sweats -- got on and started asking me questions about the hotel. I informed her I didn't know the answers. She asked me if I could find out. I realized she thought I worked there, but as the elevator was at the first floor I simply said "I'm sorry I can't help you." This woman followed me to the desk. As I stood there thanking the concierge for a favor she'd done, the woman suggested they fire me for being unhelpful. The clerk informed the woman that I was not an employee of the hotel. It was truly amusing to watch her face. I winked and left.

After that little incident I was walking down Powell to Union Square when I noticed two youngish fellows in modest trad suits crossing the street. One elbowed the and other pointed to me. As both looked my direction the elbowed fellow said "Too dressy" and just then walked straight on into a lamp post. All I said was "Karma'.

The are times that CM can stand out.

 

[dieworkwear]

Going to wear a sport coat and walk to the back of a restaurant to get some free snacks, posing as an employee.

 

[Phileas Fogg]

It happens and it can be very amusing.

I recall going for a Richard Anderson fitting at the Fairmont in San Francisco. Naturally I wore tailored clothing. On the way down in the elevator, a woman -- in tourist sweats -- got on and started asking me questions about the hotel. I informed her I didn't know the answers. She asked me if I could find out. I realized she thought I worked there, but as the elevator was at the first floor I simply said "I'm sorry I can't help you." This woman followed me to the desk. As I stood there thanking the concierge for a favor she'd done, the woman suggested they fire me for being unhelpful. The clerk informed the woman that I was not an employee of the hotel. It was truly amusing to watch her face. I winked and left.

After that little incident I was walking down Powell to Union Square when I noticed two youngish fellows in modest trad suits crossing the street. One elbowed the and other pointed to me. As both looked my direction the elbowed fellow said "Too dressy" and just then walked straight on into a lamp post. All I said was "Karma'.

The are times that CM can stand out.

thats a great story.

 

[dieworkwear]

Nordstrom barista: Do you have your employee number?

Me: Uh, yes. One ... two three .... four ... five ... six [pauses and looks directly into barista's eyes to see how many numbers are enough]

Barista:

Me:

Barista:

Me: .... seeveeennnnn

 

[ValidusLA]

Nordstrom barista: Do you have your employee number?

Me: Uh, yes. One ... two three .... four ... five ... six [pauses and looks directly into barista's eyes to see how many numbers are enough]

Barista:

Me:

Barista:

Me: .... seeveeennnnn

That's amazing! That's the same combination I have on my luggage!

 

[bobby jonathan]

Is it hatred in a, man that makes him want, another man's fashion to die, or is it just the banality of thinking about cloth ?

bobby jonathan

 

[stuffedsuperdud]

Nordstrom barista: Do you have your employee number?

Me: Uh, yes. One ... two three .... four ... five ... six [pauses and looks directly into barista's eyes to see how many numbers are enough]

Barista:

Me:

Barista:

Me: .... seeveeennnnn

Travel tip: Don't put the jacket of your three-piece suit back on after TSA, and instead head straight to the nearest Starbucks / Hudson / Dunkin / etc. The cashier will figure trousers + vest + tie = air crew. Enjoy the 15% discount, and you're welcome.

 

[comrade]

That's amazing! That's the same combination I have on my luggage!

My briefcase too.

 

[dieworkwear]

Me with the boys at the mall, dressed classically and not standing out

 

[JFWR]

Me with the boys at the mall, dressed classically and not standing out

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I'm surprised you're not telling me how much you enjoy Samuel L Jackson's casual look right here. It's very chique.

Just kiddin'...................................but only half way.

 

[物の哀れ]

 

[dieworkwear]

5" Patagonia Baggies
rare vintage tee bought off an IG dealer
and Jil Sander lunch bag/ clutch

?

 

[物の哀れ]

ACG "Hike Nike" tee and ACG woven shorts for Jackson.

 

[JFWR]

Yesterday on campus, I saw a guy wearing a blazer, a dress shrit, and a tie......with mid-thigh, white shorts. What the flying **** was this guy thinking?

 

[dieworkwear]

Yesterday on campus, I saw a guy wearing a blazer, a dress shrit, and a tie......with mid-thigh, white shorts. What the flying **** was this guy thinking?

Maybe copying Take Ivy.