How To Dress for Success (what a good suit and tie looks like)

[AlexMerced]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lfVKtWgkEhY

[CaptainAmerica]

the tie?

[wgadget]

And it's crooked!

[afwjam]

horrible tie.

[recess]

Love the tie!

[V3n]

HALF-WINDSOR! c'mon!!!

:p

[CaptainAmerica]

http://rlv.zcache.com/horrible_boss_tie-p151944614151628145z70e0_210.jpg

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ag0n9Vku5Hc/TbRgohGp6tI/AAAAAAAAAaY/jWh90a5BJis/s1600/How+To+Tie+A+Tie.jpg

[Refresh the Tree]

Yikes.

[AlexMerced]

lol, to all the responses, did anyone watcht he whole video, I don't mean it's a wonderful tie, but it fits the outfit and doesn't call too much attention.

THe point is how to dress for republicans stuffs

[jax]

Lol, can't take advice from someone wearing that tie

[AlexMerced]

oi, fine I'll wear a different tie next time, lol, and ROFL to the how to tie a tie photo above.

[CaptainAmerica]

For republican conventions a well fitted suit, nice shoes(not old ragged ones) and a sharp red tie would be good,and a good hair cut and clean shave. I hate dressing up, but its better to do so than to be identified as one of those "youth" punks as the old GOP voters would view us haha.

[teacherone]

dude needs to shave, lose 20, and do some shrugs...

then we'll work on the tie.

[ronpaulfollower999]

I prefer bow ties


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vPGTizdGwSc

[vechorik]

Thanks, Alex -- about time we had some class around here!

[AlexMerced]

dude needs to shave, lose 20, and do some shrugs...

then we'll work on the tie.

I did shave this morning, and yes, christmas wreaked havoc on my waist... plus my girlfriend is in total agreement about the 20 lbs. lol

[steph3n]

Sorry I don't wear jackets or ties :)

I won't be made to do it just to fit in, I won't wear it to my wedding or my funeral.
I won't be a stuffy dressed stuffy headed person that judges others by their dress. I will wear a nice dress shirt, slacks and shoes, but jacket and tie is a step too far.

[bluesc]

Abort abort abort!

[teacherone]

I did shave this morning, and yes, christmas wreaked havoc on my waist... plus my girlfriend is in total agreement about the 20 lbs. lol

she let you put on that tie?

:) i kid, i kid. ....

[steph3n]

Abort abort abort!

Yo isn't it "ESTROGEN estrogen ESTROGEN!" now?

[V3n]

http://data.whicdn.com/images/16389541/tumblr_kpdzrgL97b1qznq62o1_400_large.png

[AlexMerced]

lol, didn't expect such a response to this thread, hahaha, this is hilarious

[JimInNY]

HALF-WINDSOR! c'mon!!!

:p

I'm partial to half windsors myself.

[Matthew5]

I'm going suit shopping in a few weeks. Thanks for the pointers!

I especially like the banker's collar.

[jkr]

a bit wide buuuuuuuuuuuuuuut...

[amabala]

You don't have to spend too much either. You can get a decent suit a JC Penny for under $200 and a shirt and tie for around $40.

[steph3n]

lol, didn't expect such a response to this thread, hahaha, this is hilarious

It is good tips for those that care to wear such silly costumes :D

I prefer to be myself, if I went as a suit wearing monkey I'd not be myself. and no I am not calling anyone wearing a suit a monkey, but myself if I wore such :)

I've never had trouble fitting in the GOP crowd even more casually dressed (than some) due to my background, but I understand some would, and I don't look like a hippy or anything, normally. My long hair now may say otherwise to some.

[CaptainAmerica]

dude needs to shave, lose 20, and do some shrugs...

then we'll work on the tie.

People said the tie, and you personally attacked an RPF member on their appearances?

[Xenophage]

lol, to all the responses, did anyone watcht he whole video, I don't mean it's a wonderful tie, but it fits the outfit and doesn't call too much attention.

THe point is how to dress for republicans stuffs

Dude, it is the centerpiece. It draws tons of attention. Why do you think everyone is talking about it?

You need to watch more ***** Eye, honey!

[amabala]

I did shave this morning, and yes, christmas wreaked havoc on my waist... plus my girlfriend is in total agreement about the 20 lbs. lol

Just eat tons of raw fruit and veggies. You will lose weight fast and be filled with energy.

[JimInNY]

You don't have to spend too much either. You can get a decent suit a JC Penny for under $200 and a shirt and tie for around $40.

I buy Armanis at Goodwill for $50. :p

Just kidding... but one could if one were so inclined.

[heavenlyboy34]

Don't knock long hair, Alex. It worked for Jesus, and it works for me. :cool:

[trey4sports]

pimpin' pimpin'

http://freddyo.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/katt-bethiphop.jpg

[teacherone]

People said the tie, and you personally attacked an RPF member on their appearances?

it's ok.

his christmas padding makes him impervious to insults :)

lighten up.

[CaptainAmerica]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G4sundwVogg

This is a better way to suit up for a GOP convention

[heavenlyboy34]

Just eat tons of raw fruit and veggies. You will lose weight fast and be filled with energy.
Exercise too, or else you'll most likely become the unhealthy-looking sort of skinny.

[Keith and stuff]

Lol, can't take advice from someone wearing that tie

LOL. That tie will not help fitting in with old Republicans. Perhaps try it with no tie, Republicans would like the look better.

You recommend orange or yellow tie? That is crazy! Maybe that works in NYC but in rural America that would make you a joke.

[jsem]

Bow ties are cool actually.

Follow in the footsteps of Jim Grant and Jeffrey Tucker.

[Refresh the Tree]

Gotta go Double Windsor FTW!

[messana]

No Rothbard/Mises ties? Fail.

[ronpaulhemp]

It's amazing how atrocious the ties that pundits in the mainstream media wear are. It seems like you can get away with almost anything.

[CaptainAmerica]

http://www.trashness.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/DENIM-JACKET-W-RED-BOW-TIE.jpeg

bow ties are cool lmfao

[CaptainAmerica]

http://27.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lp2gjoJgvv1qfvhmzo1_500.png

[gb13]

Learn how to tie a double windsor, bromo. Crooked knot is crooked.

[steph3n]

Holy big image batman, can you resize that beast!?

[amabala]

Exercise too, or else you'll most likely become the unhealthy-looking sort of skinny.
I eat about 2 lbs of grapes, 10 oranges, 10 bananas, 1 lb of spinach/romaine, 1/2 lb of grapes tomatoes and two cups of pistachio nut everyday. I have been doing this for 6 days now and I have lost eight pounds, I have never felt better in my life than I do this past week. It's important to exercise too.

[bunklocoempire]

lol, didn't expect such a response to this thread, hahaha, this is hilarious

A for effort. + rep.

"The right outfit for the appropriate event"

http://s6.postimage.org/n9245xqpd/evel.jpg

:D

[Austin]

All this talk of windsor knots reminds me of this Wonkette article (http://wonkette.com/413813/janet-napolitano-is-fat-at-cpac), specifically this comment (http://wonkette.com/413813/janet-napolitano-is-fat-at-cpac#comment-516215).

[tmg19103]

Some advice I sort of disagree with, but overall good stuff.

No, you don’t want your pocket square the same color as your tie, but it can match a pattern in a tie or be a different shade. It should match something in shade whether it be suit, shirt or tie/a pattern in tie. A white pocket square is safe if you are worried about matching as it goes with everything.

As for cufflinks, I also like to match them with a pattern in the tie if the cufflink has color to it, and I prefer to match a tie that is yellow or gold in color or a similar shade with a gold cufflink. A silver cufflink and a gold hued tie is not a good match.

As a final point, I have a closet full of this stuff and have not worn it for years except for weddings and funerals. 15 years ago it was business attire for me, but now a nice pair of slacks, a sport coat and a collared shirt is all that is needed.

The style now is business casual.

I think even in local political event settings, a blue blazer and grey slacks is fine – with tie optional on a nice collared shirt.

If you are a delegate at the GOP convention, what Alex is wearing would be appropriate.

[ronpaulfollower999]

http://helloyellowcrafts.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/barack-obama-bowtie.jpg

[samforpaul]

Body language is important too. It's creepy to see a man looking seductively at another man.

[CaptainAmerica]

Body language is important too. It's creepy to see a man looking seductively at another man.

http://images.cheezburger.com/completestore/2010/1/1/129068507685056664.jpg

[Cleaner44]

Try the Pratt knot, it is easy and looks great and symmetrical everytime.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uT74TPiqlS0

[Johncjackson]

I dress like this guy. Don't know how it works for politics, but it works for money and broads.

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/thumb/7/7b/Don_Draper_Wiki.jpg/250px-Don_Draper_Wiki.jpg

[CaptainAmerica]

Try the Pratt knot, it is easy and looks great and symmetrical everytime.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uT74TPiqlS0

I make a way nicer tie knot. These people is cray zayyy

[Bruno]

I make a way nicer tie knot. These people is cray zayyy

What type?

[RonPaulRules]

OK? ok?........... ok?????....... ok.... mmkkk?.......ok?

[CaptainAmerica]

What type? I dont know actually, I learned when i was 15 from my uncle. I just do it haha,it has no wrinkle,no skinny area under the knot. The know looks good when a tie is not choked to death by the knot

[TheTexan]

Thread title is misleading. It implies that I would be shown what a good tie looks like

[bobburn]

I wear a suit and tie every single day to work. This guy dresses like an idiot and his tie looks ridiculous. He's got a round face, why would he go with an irregular knot? Come on. As you can see, wearing tie badly pisses me off to no end.

[craezie]

suspenders, Burgundy Bostonians, and that ridiculous yellow tie. haha!

+1 for Don Draper.

[musicmax]

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ag0n9Vku5Hc/TbRgohGp6tI/AAAAAAAAAaY/jWh90a5BJis/s1600/How+To+Tie+A+Tie.jpg

This doesn't even show the finished knot with a proper CENTERED dimple. FAIL

[rprprs]

Not in the mood to search right now but, If I remember correctly, you provided this lesson previously many moons ago. Am I correct Alex?

[Okie RP fan]

It's important that people dress nice and look professional, especially at political events and if you are openly supporting RP and the Liberty Movement.

I know some of us RP supporters tend to go the beard and "I dare you to say something about how I look and live" route. Which, there is nothing wrong with.

[Johnny Appleseed]

If I gotta wear a tie to be a libertarian, I quit!

[tnvoter]

great point to make Alex, thanks for the video.

[ONUV]

if we want to win we have to play the game.

[AlexMerced]

Not in the mood to search right now but, If I remember correctly, you provided this lesson previously many moons ago. Am I correct Alex?

I made a video over a year ago similar to thise, but it was in my old room which many correctly charachterized as a hoarder paradise... see my older videos to understand

[LiveForHonortune]

If I gotta wear a tie to be a libertarian, I quit!

Second

I'll wear a suit and make up for the tie with a funny hat.

[Revolution9]

HALF-WINDSOR! c'mon!!!

:p

Double windsors only. Sheesh. Style reprobates!

rev9

[vechorik]

Sorry I don't wear jackets or ties :)

I won't be made to do it just to fit in, I won't wear it to my wedding or my funeral.
I won't be a stuffy dressed stuffy headed person that judges others by their dress. I will wear a nice dress shirt, slacks and shoes, but jacket and tie is a step too far.

Too bad. I'd do ANYTHING for liberty, Dr. Paul, etc. I'd consider walking through fire if it would help the cause.

[Revolution9]

My favorite suit is one my father had made for him in Italy in 1947. I got it altered for me as it is still in near mint condition. It is single breasted with double breasted lapels and is a raised black on black striped gabardine wool, with slits (forget the name)on the tails at both sides. Pants have a single pleat, scoop pockets and a pantleg cuff on stovepipe boot fit. Black silk shirt with Beatles Magickal Mystery Tour tie in deep fall tones with tophats and magic glove of burnt orange, maroon, navy and deep purple on blacks..my insignia;).

Rev9

[Revolution9]

Too bad. I'd do ANYTHING for liberty, Dr. Paul, etc. I'd consider walking through fire if it would help the cause.

The attitude which he probably doesn't sport publicly kinda sucks, but there is nothing wrong with his attire. In Atlanta nearly everybody showed up dressed in such a manner.

Rev9

[Mashedtaders]

Quality of the suit does not matter as much as the fit. Buy a suit off the rack you like and take it to have it altered.

You don't need to have only blue shirts, you need a few good white shirts and maybe a blue. Get shirts with French cuffs if you can.

With regards to ties, anything will work. DO NOT wear Garcia ties. Wear bright colors with some simple patterns to really stand out. The pocket square is optional imo.

[angelatc]

You don't have to spend too much either. You can get a decent suit a JC Penny for under $200 and a shirt and tie for around $40.

My older son is lucky in that he has a build that makes even cheap WalMart suits look good. He goes to thrift stores and buys suits (sometimes expensive, sometimes not) for $10.

[unknown]

Correct, we have to look the part. Perception matters.

[steph3n]

The attitude which he probably doesn't sport publicly kinda sucks, but there is nothing wrong with his attire. In Atlanta nearly everybody showed up dressed in such a manner.

Rev9

I don't really have an attitude publicly, but online words don't project as well, so I guess you could say yes.

However, here many people go to official meetings without a suit and tie, as long as you aren't wearing cut off jeans and a shirt filled with holes you will be ok :)
It is actually my background and experience that allows me to really 'connect' and then bridge to the new political sense I have now, and I was always 'business casual' and see no need to change that.
Life experience and the way you personally carry yourself is as important as the way you dress, as long as you aren't totally sloppy in dress presentation.

[steph3n]

Quality of the suit does not matter as much as the fit. Buy a suit off the rack you like and take it to have it altered.

Someone needs to inform Ron :)

[heavenlyboy34]

Hey, I prefer business casual and have been successful so far. (certainly haven't been fired) :cool:

[notsure]

Do these ties make my electability look big?

http://cdn.beautiesltd.com/images/uploads/FDOM4327_LRG.jpg
http://cdn.beautiesltd.com/images/uploads/CAPHLBPS_LRG.jpg

[Cowlesy]

If you want to look like a stodgy conservative, you need to go with a tweed suit and a cravat.

http://www.countrysports.se/files/tweedshooter-tree.jpg


"Care to go fox hunting after the Caucus, Edward? Don't mind if I do, Henry."

[Jamesiv1]

needs to loosen the waist in the jacket lol

gained a few holiday pounds, I suspect lol

[PaulConventionWV]

People said the tie, and you personally attacked an RPF member on their appearances?

A little sensitive are we? What part of the dude's post could possibly be misconstrued as an attack?