OCI/callbacks/etc Men's Clothing Mega-thread Forum

[Mr. Fancy]

How do you guys feel about this red stripped tie: --LinkRemoved--

I like it for these reasons:
1) I want a second red tie and one that is striped.
2) It is 2 7/8” wide. Narrow, but not actually a skinny tie. The width will go well with a slim cut suit while stilling being conservative enough for an interview.
3) Last but not least, It is half off.

for an interview? No way.

Do you have a suggestion for a red stripped tie online? I noticed that you posted yours a few pages back.

[GodSpeed]

http://www.thetiebar.com/order_page.asp ... sTiesOnly=

http://www.thetiebar.com/order_page.asp ... iesOnly%3D

Just go to Neiman's, Nordstrom etc and ask for a power tie for an interview.

[lisjjen]

How do you guys feel about this red stripped tie: --LinkRemoved--

I like it for these reasons:
1) I want a second red tie and one that is striped.
2) It is 2 7/8” wide. Narrow, but not actually a skinny tie. The width will go well with a slim cut suit while stilling being conservative enough for an interview.
3) Last but not least, It is half off.

It looks great, but if you stay on this thread long enough, they'll talk you into dressing like an old man to interviews... which makes sense, because you will be interviewed by old men.

[lisjjen]

Nothing is wrong with a windsor for legal interview - if you have a really narrow face it may look a little odd and you may want to go with a half or a four in hand.

Exactly. And I have a huge face.

[joeshmo39]

This is slightly OT but humor me. I want to buy a dark brown pair of oxford shoes to wear with slacks or even my gray suit (it's not charcoal, but just a gray). I want something pretty conservative and fairly cheap, very cheap compared to what most people on here spend on shoes (I don't mean that as a slight, I am just cheap when it comes to clothing).

These are on sale at Macy's for 59.99, would they be a huge mistake?

http://www.shoebuy.com/bostonian-akron/ ... one-_-none

[GodSpeed]

How do you guys feel about this red stripped tie: --LinkRemoved--

I like it for these reasons:
1) I want a second red tie and one that is striped.
2) It is 2 7/8” wide. Narrow, but not actually a skinny tie. The width will go well with a slim cut suit while stilling being conservative enough for an interview.
3) Last but not least, It is half off.

It looks great, but if you stay on this thread long enough, they'll talk you into dressing like an old man to interviews... which makes sense, because you will be interviewed by old men.

You just have no idea what is and isn't appropriate.

[leobowski]

This is slightly OT but humor me. I want to buy a dark brown pair of oxford shoes to wear with slacks or even my gray suit (it's not charcoal, but just a gray). I want something pretty conservative and fairly cheap, very cheap compared to what most people on here spend on shoes (I don't mean that as a slight, I am just cheap when it comes to clothing).

These are on sale at Macy's for 59.99, would they be a huge mistake?

http://www.shoebuy.com/bostonian-akron/ ... one-_-none

I had some very similar Bostonian cap-toes. They're not terrible, kind of comfy actually. The leather quality isn't great though. They will wrinkle/crease pretty bad. Definitely get some soft leather cream and shoe-trees to help with this. And watch out if you live in a cold climate because those shoes are flat-soled and literally have zero traction on ice.

[zettsscores40]

How do you guys feel about this red stripped tie: --LinkRemoved--

I like it for these reasons:
1) I want a second red tie and one that is striped.
2) It is 2 7/8” wide. Narrow, but not actually a skinny tie. The width will go well with a slim cut suit while stilling being conservative enough for an interview.
3) Last but not least, It is half off.

It looks great, but if you stay on this thread long enough, they'll talk you into dressing like an old man to interviews... which makes sense, because you will be interviewed by old men.

Your interviews are going to be comedy gold.

[GodSpeed]

This is slightly OT but humor me. I want to buy a dark brown pair of oxford shoes to wear with slacks or even my gray suit (it's not charcoal, but just a gray). I want something pretty conservative and fairly cheap, very cheap compared to what most people on here spend on shoes (I don't mean that as a slight, I am just cheap when it comes to clothing).

These are on sale at Macy's for 59.99, would they be a huge mistake?

http://www.shoebuy.com/bostonian-akron/ ... one-_-none

Nice shoes, but I'd suggest black if they're for an interview.

[kalvano]

How do you guys feel about this red stripped tie: --LinkRemoved--

I like it for these reasons:
1) I want a second red tie and one that is striped.
2) It is 2 7/8” wide. Narrow, but not actually a skinny tie. The width will go well with a slim cut suit while stilling being conservative enough for an interview.
3) Last but not least, It is half off.

It looks great, but if you stay on this thread long enough, they'll talk you into dressing like an old man to interviews... which makes sense, because you will be interviewed by old men.

No, it actually looks awful no matter how old you are.

[Cactus]

How do you guys feel about this red stripped tie: --LinkRemoved--

I like it for these reasons:
1) I want a second red tie and one that is striped.
2) It is 2 7/8” wide. Narrow, but not actually a skinny tie. The width will go well with a slim cut suit while stilling being conservative enough for an interview.
3) Last but not least, It is half off.

It looks great, but if you stay on this thread long enough, they'll talk you into dressing like an old man to interviews... which makes sense, because you will be interviewed by old men.

No, it actually looks awful no matter how old you are.

This.

The tie is downright hideous. Unless you would prefer to look like Ryan Seacrest than a competent professional with discerning tastes, stay away from slim ties entirely. Just because Brooks is selling them, doesn't mean they're acceptable. As an aside, you're better off at J. Press (for most things outside of shirts, I'm still a sucker for BB shirts) than Brooks anyways. Brooks, albeit still a great brand, has lost some of its cache.

[nontradintexas]

This is slightly OT but humor me. I want to buy a dark brown pair of oxford shoes to wear with slacks or even my gray suit (it's not charcoal, but just a gray). I want something pretty conservative and fairly cheap, very cheap compared to what most people on here spend on shoes (I don't mean that as a slight, I am just cheap when it comes to clothing).

These are on sale at Macy's for 59.99, would they be a huge mistake?

http://www.shoebuy.com/bostonian-akron/ ... one-_-none

Nice shoes, but I'd suggest black if they're for an interview.

+1

I have a pair of Bostonians, and they are the most comfortable dress shoes I've ever owned. I've only had them for about 6 months, so I can't address their longevity. But hey, if they only last 2-3 years they'll get you through what you need them for now, and you can buy more expensive ones when you're actually employed.

[lisjjen]

How do you guys feel about this red stripped tie: --LinkRemoved--

I like it for these reasons:
1) I want a second red tie and one that is striped.
2) It is 2 7/8” wide. Narrow, but not actually a skinny tie. The width will go well with a slim cut suit while stilling being conservative enough for an interview.
3) Last but not least, It is half off.

It looks great, but if you stay on this thread long enough, they'll talk you into dressing like an old man to interviews... which makes sense, because you will be interviewed by old men.

You just have no idea what is and isn't appropriate.

Actually I think I conceded a couple of pages ago. I get the charity ball vs. interview thing, even though I have had successful interviews before.

[joeshmo39]

This is slightly OT but humor me. I want to buy a dark brown pair of oxford shoes to wear with slacks or even my gray suit (it's not charcoal, but just a gray). I want something pretty conservative and fairly cheap, very cheap compared to what most people on here spend on shoes (I don't mean that as a slight, I am just cheap when it comes to clothing).

These are on sale at Macy's for 59.99, would they be a huge mistake?

http://www.shoebuy.com/bostonian-akron/ ... one-_-none

Nice shoes, but I'd suggest black if they're for an interview.

Thanks guys, I grabbed them at lunch. Some other coupon was going on so they were $53 in the end. I already have some decent black oxfords for interviews so I figured I should just get some brown shoes to have, being sort of an adult and all.

[lonerightly]

This is slightly OT but humor me. I want to buy a dark brown pair of oxford shoes to wear with slacks or even my gray suit (it's not charcoal, but just a gray). I want something pretty conservative and fairly cheap, very cheap compared to what most people on here spend on shoes (I don't mean that as a slight, I am just cheap when it comes to clothing).

These are on sale at Macy's for 59.99, would they be a huge mistake?

http://www.shoebuy.com/bostonian-akron/ ... one-_-none

Nice shoes, but I'd suggest black if they're for an interview.

Thanks guys, I grabbed them at lunch. Some other coupon was going on so they were $53 in the end. I already have some decent black oxfords for interviews so I figured I should just get some brown shoes to have, being sort of an adult and all.

Guess I am too late, but maybe someone else can benefit so... Norstrom Anniversary sale started today and you can get a pair of AE Park Avenues for less than 200$ which is a great deal.

[BunkMoreland]

^ +1

Just bought a one-time worn pair of AE Park Avenues. They are beautiful and so comfortable.

[lisjjen]

How do you guys feel about this red stripped tie: --LinkRemoved--

I like it for these reasons:
1) I want a second red tie and one that is striped.
2) It is 2 7/8” wide. Narrow, but not actually a skinny tie. The width will go well with a slim cut suit while stilling being conservative enough for an interview.
3) Last but not least, It is half off.

It looks great, but if you stay on this thread long enough, they'll talk you into dressing like an old man to interviews... which makes sense, because you will be interviewed by old men.

No, it actually looks awful no matter how old you are.

This.

The tie is downright hideous. Unless you would prefer to look like Ryan Seacrest than a competent professional with discerning tastes, stay away from slim ties entirely. Just because Brooks is selling them, doesn't mean they're acceptable. As an aside, you're better off at J. Press (for most things outside of shirts, I'm still a sucker for BB shirts) than Brooks anyways. Brooks, albeit still a great brand, has lost some of its cache.

I really wasn't being sarcastic. Age brings dignity. I personally think that tie looks sporty. So if you want to wear it to an appropriate venue and you can pull off the preppy look more power to you. I know I can't. When you're trying to ensure established wealth (an interviewing partner) that you can be trusted with some of their money, the aforementioned Ryan Seacrest look prolly isn't what you're going for.

[GodSpeed]

That tie would look good with a polo button down (their not-really dress shirts, but button down shirts) and sport coat. It doesn't belong anywhere near a suit.

[lisjjen]

That tie would look good with a polo button down (their not-really dress shirts, but button down shirts) and sport coat. It doesn't belong anywhere near a suit.

Since I would look ridiculous with that, I'll have to find something else to wear to the sailing club mixer. You said I wanted to dress like a GQ model. I think NFL draft pick is closer - but not to anything where high stakes are involved, aka an interview. I came out swinging like a douche, but I no longer support my original position.

[Pufer]

That tie would look good with a polo button down (their not-really dress shirts, but button down shirts) and sport coat. It doesn't belong anywhere near a suit.

Since I would look ridiculous with that, I'll have to find something else to wear to the sailing club mixer. You said I wanted to dress like a GQ model. I think NFL draft pick is closer - but not to anything where high stakes are involved, aka an interview. I came out swinging like a douche, but I no longer support my original position.

Good, because that tie isn't preppy - the design is from the wrong decade (the solid color bars are too wide - this is one of the problems with shopping at Brooks, they still have their shit from like five decades ago on their shelves). That tie is made for 70-year-old lawyers who never made it out of the 60s, and wander around wearing skinny suits with skinny lapels, button-down collars, a crew cut, and plastic browline glasses (there's a pile of such lawyers in every city in the US; in other words, GS is entirely correct).

I mean, shit isn't even the "Mad Men is so awesome, let's make a style trend out of idealized 60's garb" stuff, it's "I inherited an old-ass tie when my grandfather died and I'm a big enough schmuck to actually wear it in public unironically."

-Pufer

[Waterman47]

http://www.thetiebar.com/order_page.asp ... sTiesOnly=

http://www.thetiebar.com/order_page.asp ... iesOnly%3D

Just go to Neiman's, Nordstrom etc and ask for a power tie for an interview.

*The following rant might be a byproduct of my frustrations with the job search in general.*

If you have no personality, or are willing to wear whatever costume is required of you in order to land a firm job, then by all means go to Nieman's or Nordstrom and ask for a power tie for an interview. But keep sight of what this sort of attitude brings with it. If you feel that you need to wear a certain tie for an interview, and that if you wear a slightly different, yet still quite conservative tie to that same interview, your chances of landing the job will suffer, prepare yourself for a career of blind conformity. In fact, to really make sure you sweep the interviewer off his feet, go to an expensive salon and ask for an interview haircut, shave off all facial hair, wear a white dress shirt with a navy/charcoal suit, black belt and shoes, and black socks. Carry a leather portfolio with your resume and references inside, and have a big smile on your face. In short, make yourself as physically indistinguishable from your peers as possible. Do this to prepare yourself for a career in which you will be largely indistinguishable from the numerous other associates with whom you'll be slaving away 12/hrs a day.

Or, wear whatever tie you like, within the bounds of a professional dress code, and resist the fear of showing some hints of your character through your physical appearance. If the interviewer is so put-off by the stripes on your tie that he no longer views your candidacy objectively, maybe you're lucky to have escaped a future with that firm.

[gdane]

Oh snap! Check out this one. Awesome Cadillac logo. Haha!

[zettsscores40]

lol @ JaMarcus Russell.

[GodSpeed]

http://www.thetiebar.com/order_page.asp ... sTiesOnly=

http://www.thetiebar.com/order_page.asp ... iesOnly%3D

Just go to Neiman's, Nordstrom etc and ask for a power tie for an interview.

*The following rant might be a byproduct of my frustrations with the job search in general.*

If you have no personality, or are willing to wear whatever costume is required of you in order to land a firm job, then by all means go to Nieman's or Nordstrom and ask for a power tie for an interview. But keep sight of what this sort of attitude brings with it. If you feel that you need to wear a certain tie for an interview, and that if you wear a slightly different, yet still quite conservative tie to that same interview, your chances of landing the job will suffer, prepare yourself for a career of blind conformity. In fact, to really make sure you sweep the interviewer off his feet, go to an expensive salon and ask for an interview haircut, shave off all facial hair, wear a white dress shirt with a navy/charcoal suit, black belt and shoes, and black socks. Carry a leather portfolio with your resume and references inside, and have a big smile on your face. In short, make yourself as physically indistinguishable from your peers as possible. Do this to prepare yourself for a career in which you will be largely indistinguishable from the numerous other associates with whom you'll be slaving away 12/hrs a day.

Or, wear whatever tie you like, within the bounds of a professional dress code, and resist the fear of showing some hints of your character through your physical appearance. If the interviewer is so put-off by the stripes on your tie that he no longer views your candidacy objectively, maybe you're lucky to have escaped a future with that firm.

I want them to think "Holy fuck, that dude is professional! He'd do a great job here!" and not "Holy fuck! That bro is cool! I bet he'd be a lot of fun to have around!"

[Renzo]

I want them to think "Holy fuck, that dude is professional! He'd do a great job here!" and not "Holy fuck! That bro is cool! I bet he'd be a lot of fun to have around!"

Personally, I want them to think, "this guy's lost; he's obviously an attorney here to interview applicants, just like me."