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I have a white dress shirt from there, it doesn't seem to look much different from any other dress shirt. Are you specifically talking about the neon colored shirts?
I checked out some of those brands' websites and noticed that a lot of the dress shirts have patterns. isn't solid colors considered more professional? i feel hella grown up shopping these brands. Also, are males wearing solid pink dress shirts a no no? and what about a blue shirt with white collar?
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While the bright color shirts are certainly the worst offenders, the issue that a lot of us have is that the fit is too close to the body and the fabric has a certain sheen to it that is more appropriate for the club then a board room.
Actually you are totally correct about the sheen if I remember correctly, I haven't worn that shirt in a long time. However, for those of us with a BMI of ~18, a "close fit" will still probably need tailoring.
A uniform solid white or pale blue is always a good choice.
Pale pink can be ok in warm months in the South for sophisticated dressers (not for a dabbler).
I have to second this, any thoughts?
Unlikely.
I have no preference on tie clips (as long as they are clean and simple).
Maroon tie.
Thanks!
Maroon isn't too aggressive/forward?
Is the suit color okay?
Slip ons or brogues?
Maroon is always good (esp. pindots on maroon...). Bright red can be aggressive/political.
True navy or charcoal are always good.
Laces!
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Alright, so looking at two outfits for interview season:
1) Navy suit, white button down, dark crimson pindot tie (3").
2) Charcoal suit, white/light blue button down, navy tie w/very subtle pattern.
Both with black derby's, very light broguing. Making final purchases, want to make sure this is all good. I'm going for as conservative as possible.
1) Navy suit, white button down, dark crimson pindot tie (3").
2) Charcoal suit, white/light blue button down, navy tie w/very subtle pattern.
Both with black derby's, very light broguing. Making final purchases, want to make sure this is all good. I'm going for as conservative as possible.
dabbler as in amateur fashion model like me? lol
I've been told that light grey suits are very formal and for "occasions", but if I get an interview I will damn well consider that an occasion.
I also have a dark charcoal and navy suit however. I was planning to play it safe and go with the navy/charcoal, but is light grey appropriate for a medical school interview?
I also have a dark charcoal and navy suit however. I was planning to play it safe and go with the navy/charcoal, but is light grey appropriate for a medical school interview?
They're all ugly.
I don't think they are all ugly, and many are safe. In the first photo, 1 and 4 are fine and 3 is not horrible. The second photo go with 2 and 3. In the third photo, only 2 is not bad. None of those are going to be so horrible that you stand out in a bad way.
Wondering about this as well.
Adcoms?
its not so much "stylish" as conservative.
The most formal is solid color, that's too much (more for weddings etc). adding pin dots or stripes makes it slightly less formal but still appropriate for business settings. Big polka dots would probably be the least formal and that would be more like everyday office wear.
also don't pay 65 bucks for a tie unless its drakes or something. Just buy a 18 dollar tie from thetiebar.com
You really don't need to bring anything.
The briefcase is completely unnecessary (and can look pretentious ) and a backpack has a certain childish look to it. If you must carry something how about a simple leather portfolio?
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Well to be fair I was looking at them on my phone. When looking at them closer I still think the vast majority are either inappropriate or ugly.
As stated above, solid ties are too formal and too bland.
Some are too shiny (like the purple stripe).
Some colors are too unappealing (the rust colored).
Some patterns are garish (plaids, the B&W stripe).
A small pindot or geometrical pattern in a color that coordinates with the rest of the outfit is fine.
Light grey is lovely but in the right setting. I think it would work best in the springtime in a warmer climate.
I appreciate the tips! Gives me a good excuse to go shopping!
EDIT: Hope this gives folks here a good primer on what to avoid!
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Would this be okay? There is a deal going on within my budget. Its has a grayish blue look to it. I was wondering if this was appropriate. @DokterMom @SouthernSurgeon @Winged Scapula @gyngyn @Goro
What do yall think about a tie like this:
I am a skinny dude and fatter ties make me look like a kid trying to play grown up (at least in my opinion).
I am a skinny dude and fatter ties make me look like a kid trying to play grown up (at least in my opinion).
What do yall think about a tie like this:
I am a skinny dude and fatter ties make me look like a kid trying to play grown up (at least in my opinion).
Check out tiebar.com they have 3-4 widths for each pattern. You could pick a medium one?
Edit: I read that 2.5in is skinny, 3 is medium
After pulling ridiculous over-time and lots of saving, I have a decent amount of money to dish out on a professional suit for med school interview. I have a couple of suit already on hand but honestly, after reading this thread, I'm starting to think they're not up to par. So...I was looking at Indochino and was thinking along the line of dark navy suit, white shirt and platinum tie with dark brown shoes and belt. What do you folks suggest?
Suit: http://www.indochino.com/product/premium-navy-suit
Shirt: http://www.indochino.com/product/white-wrinklefree-shirt
Tie: https://www.thetiebar.com/product/31042
Shoes: http://www.aldoshoes.com/us/en_US/men/shoes/dress-shoes/c/221/LADSON/p/33937641-22
Belt: http://www.aldoshoes.com/us/en_US/accessories/men's/belts/c/327/EDIRESA/p/37489831-24#
If anyone has any suggestions for places to shop for those of us who are super thin and tiny, please let me know lol.
Edit: I think I might look into those BB shirts...
Suit: http://www.indochino.com/product/premium-navy-suit
Shirt: http://www.indochino.com/product/white-wrinklefree-shirt
Tie: https://www.thetiebar.com/product/31042
Shoes: http://www.aldoshoes.com/us/en_US/men/shoes/dress-shoes/c/221/LADSON/p/33937641-22
Belt: http://www.aldoshoes.com/us/en_US/accessories/men's/belts/c/327/EDIRESA/p/37489831-24#
If anyone has any suggestions for places to shop for those of us who are super thin and tiny, please let me know lol.
Edit: I think I might look into those BB shirts...
Even grenadines? Say it isn't so.
Perhaps it isn't as skinny as that photo, here is an actual picture of one of the ties I was considering:
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It's probably too formal for the occasion but if you're wearing a real silk grenadine I'll give you a pass.
The pictures above did not appear to me to be of that quality but again I was looking at them on my phone.
The spread looks a little wide to me; do you think it's the angle?
Perhaps it isn't as skinny as that photo, here is an actual picture of one of the ties I was considering:
Try a half Windsor.
Can't tell :/
Ok this was actually an awesome piece of advice, I think it looks much better:
(this photo is just for the tie, please don't critique the shirt or the pajama bottoms 🙄)
Also how do I make the image smaller its way too large.
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