Do clothes make the man?

antifeminist435 · 2018-07-19T20:15:06+00:00

No, but being well dressed demonstrates a man takes care of himself. If a person does not take care of himself, would you expect him to give more consideration to his job than he gives himself? I therefore think it is a reasonable imperfect, indirect measure for an employer to consider. I also think this is partly the reason why people respond more positively to well-dressed people in general.

2018-07-19T20:17:16+00:00

Unless it’s for a job or something similar, dress however you want, but it is true that it does feel good to be dressed up nice.

801735 · 2018-07-19T20:08:32+00:00

Depends on the beholder.

MGTOWJayJay · 2018-07-19T20:11:38+00:00

I wear a suit to work everyday. BECAUSE I WANT TO.

It does not define who I am.

sanicthehedgefund · 2018-07-19T20:48:58+00:00

In the eyes of society, yes. Dress for the purpose/ occasion

Punisher_1983 · 2018-07-19T20:46:43+00:00

In my experience it about the guy underneath. And not his heart. His body. I recently brought a very nice expensive, trendy suit and waistcoat. Nice shirt and tie. Went out for some drinks with friends, they were all in shorts, jeans t-shirt trainers. The single guys all managed to pull or get numbers, even looking like chavs. me, nothing. I must point I'm kinda the token, ugly friend, slightly overweight, balding. Glasses. But I'm also the only gentlemen of the group. I held doors open for people. Let people through first, gave my seat up for a woman. Didn't make any rude remarks. Yet I got nothing. I might as well have dressed like a chav to fit in and not suffer in the 30'c sunshine.

Paladin2903 · 2018-07-19T20:51:13+00:00

I dress well because it’s a respect thing. I also feel much better when I look good, as opposed to wearing sweatpants and hoodies, everywhere.

Global_MGTOW · 2018-07-19T22:02:59+00:00

It depends, if you have a good job and want to work your way up, I'd recommend having good grooming standards and dressing nice. Already well financially and not looking to impress? Dress like a bum if it makes you happy, who cares?

durkadurkamhdjihad · 2018-07-19T22:18:22+00:00

In the eyes of society, unfortunately, yes, as another commenter noted. The amount of shit that I've gotten away with while wearing a suit is insane. The amount of trouble I've received in basketball shorts and a t-shirt is equally insane. And the amount of deference paid while in uniform even more insane. I'm the same guy, but the way I get treated is completely different. The take away, for me anyway, is never judge a person by their appearance alone.

Grin_dabyne · 2018-07-20T01:56:46+00:00

Manners make the man.

strongandhappy · 2018-07-19T20:20:47+00:00

Clothes should make the man comfortable. After that society does use them to deduce your personality and character so you can take it into consideration if it matters to you.

lublicgelss · 2018-07-19T20:35:32+00:00

Honestly don't care. I just put on what I feel comfortable in, most likely sweatpants and hoodies.

bdking64 · 2018-07-19T20:38:30+00:00

Well that depends. If you are working in a high powered corporate environment, say lawyer or finance. Than yes. Because you are scrutinized on all facets of your life. This includes soft skills and personal presentation. Now if your a basic corporate type. Say IT geek than this matters much less. Really depends on the social circles, work and personal that you traverse.

bdking64 · 2018-07-19T20:39:30+00:00

Well that depends. If you are working in a high powered corporate environment, say lawyer or finance. Than yes. Because you are scrutinized on all facets of your life. This includes soft skills and personal presentation. Now if your a basic corporate type. Say IT geek than this matters much less. Really depends on the social circles, work and personal that you traverse.

flee_market · 2018-07-19T20:51:28+00:00

Clothes can influence how you feel about yourself, which can give or take away confidence.

They also establish a lot of things on first impression, you are judged by them.

Can they CHANGE YOU INTO A COMPLETELY DIFFERENT PERSON?

Of course not - the saying isn't meant to be taken literally.

But there is a reason salespeople wear suits (or at the very least business casual).

There is a reason women trying to seduce men wear lingerie.

Me personally, I despise formalwear because it's uncomfortable and it gets me way more attention than I'm okay with - it's like I'm invisible normally but I put on a collared button down and a coat and I've stirred chum into the water.

JSizzl3 · 2018-07-19T21:10:47+00:00

As long as you're clothed in a place where "decency" is enforced I'd say you're good no matter what you wear.

MGTOWJayJay · 2018-07-19T21:49:06+00:00

Really good deals on suits and dress wear I use https://combatgent.com/suits

Older_Miggy · 2018-07-19T21:50:43+00:00

They might make a man look better in certain situations. Society might give a well dressed man more consideration.

I don't care either way anymore. I wear shorts both at and outside work. I hope to have my own small business where I can still wear shorts. Haven't put on a suit in years and hope it stays that way.

TheFireStarter555 · 2018-07-19T22:09:04+00:00

Status. Society is animal.

da_kochevnik · 2018-07-19T22:33:41+00:00

O Lord, Forgive those who dress up against us.

astuteglute · 2018-07-20T00:06:14+00:00

Gym shorts, t shirts, and the most expensive item? All terrain flip flops. Unless someone I like died.

I don't even wear underwear. Think I give a fuck?

Title	Do clothes make the man?
Author	futurehelp2
Upvotes	7
Comments	31
Date	July 19, 2018 8:07 PM UTC (8 years ago)
Subreddit	Posted in /r/MGTOW
Original Link	https://old.reddit.com/r/MGTOW/comments/9099ul/do_clothes_make_the_man/
Archive Link	https://theredarchive.com/r/MGTOW/do-clothes-make-the-man.522942 https://theredarchive.com/post/522942

Comments