Business Attire Dress Code For Professional Men

[@williamthebutcherssonprodu227]

Congrats on 300k, keep up the good work!

[@gentlemansgazette]

Merci, now let's see if we can hit the million

[@juliact]

Hardly any men dress well these days. I watch these vids as they remind me of my Dad! He was meticulously groomed at all times. He was a mechanical engineer and always cleaned his hands thoroughly of any grease or dirt. He had a chair valet that he used every day to put out his clothes at night, ready for the next day. He had a good selection of quality suits, trousers, shirts and sports jackets. He never, ever, went unshaved or sloppy looking his entire life. He's gone now, but we have kept his fabulous and timeless manicure set, and his beautiful cufflinks​, scarves, pocket squares and ties. I just can't part with them! He would've loved your channel. :)

[@waynesmith3074]

Your right even in Melbourne Australia not many people look real nice when going out . It's down to laziness it's to easy to throw on sweat tops and runners and to hard to iron shirts/pants & polish shoes

[@egonwalter5154]

Must be the nicest compliment for a clothing channel to receive ever

[@stargazer1359]

Gentlemen have so many great choices...No excuse not to always look presentable....Ladies on the other hand..not so easy...Even ladies can appreciate your content. Love your channel.

[@gentlemansgazette]

thanks

[@IdrisFashan]

Ladies can rock suits just as well as men nowadays. There is value in this video for them, too. In fact, wasn’t the Chelsea boot originally a women’s boot?

[@michaelbell3952]

@@IdrisFashan fedoras were originally womans hats

[@Dr0pbeardude]

Staring work at a financial services firm next year. This video has answered so many of my questions, thanks!

[@jonathongreenwell9586]

I'm a funeral director in New Zealand, one of the few occupations that still require a suit to be worn. How ever, even in the 11 years iv'e been in the industry the dress standard has changed and modernized. I still very much wear a suit everyday but never black (unless it's my "uniform" funeral morning suit" but my day suits are a range of fairly bold patterns and colours, with sharp shirts and paisley or floral ties. I have had many people compliments me on my suits saying it's nice to see a funeral director not looking like a funeral director....one family even said their mother would have loved the floral shirt and tie I was wearing.

[@calebling6607]

I enjoy your subtle use of elevated diction. A broad vocabulary used sparingly, so as not to show off, comes across as gentlemanly.

[@eleveneleven572]

I strongly believe in the correct attire in the appropriate place. I worked in finance and wore a suit for my entire career (retired age 47 to follow my interests and manage my investments). Best example of the power of a suit was when I had a two piece navy pinstripe made back in 1996. A superb suit, traditional English, pretty expensive. It was intended for my new job hunt. I made an application for the position of Director of Finance and IT in a major UK Charity in London. My interview took place in the boardroom of Coutts Bank on The Strand. Chairman of the panel was Sir David Money-Coutts, Chairman of the Bank, together with the charity CEO and two Trustees. I'm convinced that suit played a part in my success in gaining the position....my confidence and appearance to the panel just had to be enhanced by it.

[@Batavo666]

I'd like to congratulate you on the 300K subscribers. I never miss a single video and I know that many of us seek guidance through your expertise and love for classic style. Keep in mind that everything you teach us will stand the test of time and is very much appreciated. Also, I really feel that your contribution is changing the way we present ourselves in a world where some, unfortunately, does not value the finer things in life.Thanks a lot, Sven. Fabio Rodrigues, from Brasil.

[@ferretace]

Ah, 300k subscribers, couldn't have happened to a more deserving channel! ;) Keep it up! This info is gold!

[@Karen-gh8gv]

It's really incredible how little men's fashion has changed since the 1800s compared to women's.

[@Karen-gh8gv]

Not sure I'd want to go back to petticoats and corsets, but the 1930s through the early 1960s would be nice. :-)

[@thepatriarch6144]

It doesn't even have to be a century the 40s 50s and even the early 60s were all way more feminine and lady like than what we have today. Modern women at least 90% of them unfortunantly dress in three ways like total sluts athleisure or like men the feminine lady look is seems to be almost completely gone sadly.

[@charlesdjones1]

Great point!

[@purnapratitisaha8191]

I ardently follow this channel, for no specific reason. I wish there were a woman counterpart to this channel.

[@JH-jh8ms]

Me too!

[@aaronyonny2139]

Big facts. More woman need to learn how to dress

[@grapetonenatches186]

I wonder what could be the reason for this.

[@Dante-fk3ku]

You impress me Sir with your knowledge

[@arathaemaxus5250]

I WISH men dressed like they did in the late 18th and early 19th century. So elegant!

[@dejan.b17]

Congratulations for the 300k subs! Viele Grüße aus Deutschland/Franken

[@jas-chi]

great video but I just started laughing when all of those pictures of Steve Buscemi popped up

[@jamesmolyneux2743]

Very informative for me as I work in an office of Independent Financial Advisors. Thank you very much!

[@williamcreitz7759]

Awesome and very helpful video Sven, as usual.

[@ethanp4361]

Love all your videos and it’s great because I work in an Auction Room so I need to be smart and I love dressing up as much as you do.

[@brianrussell1110]

Great video. Thank you.

[@rizzyinstrumentals]

Always love your videos ! I am learning a lot by watching them so Thank you ! Me personally as a huge fan of the show „Peaky Blinders“ am also interested in their style. Could you do a video about it ? I am sure youre up for the challenge ! Keep up the good work ! Greetings from Germany

[@mb-watches]

Unfortunately in offices it seems to be in appropriate to not wear jeans ... Myself am wearing brogues, chino and a button down with a sport blazer and pocket square (when it’s colder) even that is seen as overdressed sometimes. Still, great recommendations Raphael, great video with a lot of good advice, keep up the good work and congrats for the 300k. Well deserved 👍🏻🙏🏻

[@catatonicbug7522]

I work at a financial institution, and get funny looks when I wear a blazer. I just tell them it helps me stay warm, since my office is in the basement! Even our CEO never wears more than a shirt and tie.

[@mb-watches]

CatatonicBug, there goes all my hope I thought in financial sectors it would be a bit more classy. I am in the automotive sector ... like your response, a bit sad though it’s necessary using excuses for dressing up these days.

[@alidakhil]

very detailed and informative. What is your advice about the bussiness attire for doctors who work in hospitals and clinic environment?

[@Dani_avocado_2679]

Please do the color guide for Purple next! I've been waiting on that video for ages now, since it's my favorite color.

[@EddyWoon]

Love that yellow Batik tie that you have there.

[@samuelvogt9919]

Hey Rapha, could you please make a video about your skin products, shampoo, conditioner and also shaving products that a gentleman could/should use?

[@alansanchez3993]

The only way a man should dress. Excited for Fall given the season lends itself to layering formal pieces.

[@cpurchase7237]

If that's the case try going to the gym in a full suit.

[@avantnarde2815]

Hmmm..business makes me think of crisp, sharp and clean dress wear. It could be my opinion, but a nice tailored suite or casual wear can up the overall appearance of it the outfit from a few adjustments 👍

[@johanjohansen7572]

Whats the difference between a city suit and a business suit?

[@anthonygato407]

What's your opinion on the haircut 'The Kentucky Waterfall'? They say "business up front/party in the back." I say the entire thing is a party. Cash of formalities.

[@golgo1393]

Does Knit ties too casual for office in your opinion?

[@jaiparashuram8682]

Great channel... Keep up the good work

[@TNMUSlC]

Boys go with the solid colors. Leave the stripe and plaid for the Mafia and McConner

[@user-no9go3oh8v]

Hi Raphael, could you make a video showing your wardrobe please ? Thank you !

[@seanmvcollins]

I was hoping you would do a video like this. thank you!

[@RainMakeR_Workshop]

What it that vent on the upper back seen at 2:58 called?

[@leonardp8517]

So from your previous video I take it that 'lounge suit' is a minute degree more formal/defined than 'business attire', since you mention brown suits and window panes as possible options here?

[@JosephMoore-gc8me]

@6:12 You know, I hear from a lot of style experts that center vents should be skipped for side vents because of "they're for horseback riding", and YET, two of the best suit makers (Southwick [RIP] and Edward Sexton) regularly feature center vents on their suits that would be great for business dress. So, sorry/not sorry, not buying this take. Plus I've got a great bum. 😀

[@thatguy1860]

I love your channel

[@randyfuller7294]

Dear I understand you are all about classical dress and understated dress. But could you do a show on us peacocks Making classic a little out standing, a little showie, gaudy, for us who want to standout but still be a little classic! Not red suits or 5 pounds of gold around our necks, but some visual wow factors. I like to be a little Ostentatious a little out of the norm, over the top, out of of the normal! The one in a million, but still pay respect for classic. Not disrespectful, no bad fitting, or color red jacket black-tie no tie sloppy dress. Things people notice and do-not or will never forget.. yet still not so over the top! Opposite to subdued!

[@rob119490]

Are black mother of pearl cufflinks too flashy?

[@dmshampton]

r0b0wnz I’d say in most cases they’re perfectly acceptable for business attire. The black makes them more muted and works pretty well with most style. Silver and gold knot cuff links are the best for traditional low key style though.

[@mikemichaels6962]

Nice video, it was very helpful. What colour/type of boutonnière would you recommend for black tie from your shop?

[@huRlrnd3lders]

Great information! It helped me a lot. Thanks Being a business grad I had to wear a suit. Running my business, shorts and tennis shoes were best. The people I dealt with didn't trust a tie, it's a facade for a crook who hides behind the law. They just knew you were about to rob them somehow. Also, when working in a machine shop, ties are deadly. It is banned apparel, along with long sleeves. Rings, and necklaces are also a no-no. Now I have to get used to the suit again. A few questions though, where do you put your pistol in these suits? I have a 1911 that will match the shoes and tie. Maybe a Miami style cross draw holster in leather? What about the Covid face diaper? Should it match anything, like the pocket square?

[@AlphaWolfOverman02]

0:39 You see this? This right here. This very picture represents the bane of professional dress. It is why we hit a roadblock on fully getting back to appropriation because of what today's typical office worker has done to bring business dress to an immature, adolescent level. They may as well have walked freshly out of a department store change room straight to the office. And I bet you, that if this photo looked down you'd see the lad in the far right with big gaudy tennis shoes on, tongue fully out and unlaced, like something off a rap video.

[@astarte_silver]

I really appreciate your effort in the editing, but recently the background seems to travel slightly from side to side (I'm not sure if it is an effect of the shot) and it takes my attention away (and makes me feel a little dizzy, to be honest). Congrats on your 300K, you certainly deserve more suscribers!

[@vondervoose]

Great video. I noticed a suit in the video with a ticket pocket. Is the ticket pocket acceptable for all occasions or only a casual feature?

[@kowsalya.g8493]

To look gentle and professional

[@heugi_j]

whats the difference between business professional vs business casual??

[@TheBlazeingPony]

Im attenting a us navy holiday party next month and the theme is formal, would these suits work or should i go with something a bit more casual?

[@thomascool1335]

You have a great collection, can you make a video about your whole collection?

[@MrOtaviolucas100]

I love your navy business suit. Where is it from? The drape and fit are just fantastic!

[@RameshKumar-ov3st]

Xclnt presentation. Keep going sir

[@cesarsaucedo5110]

Raphael can you please do a video on watches...

[@jbc8434]

Hi Sven, i want to ask you, what's your opinion on Piercing, tattoo, body modification, etc. i might be wrong but i didn't see a video where you talk about it. do you think that working in a business environment is incompatible with other kind of lifestyle ? to speak personnaly, i ride a motorcycle, i go to punk, rock concert and dress accordingly, got little stretch in my earlobe (5mm) but like to put on a suit time to time and want to dress up more frequently without leaving behind my lifestyle.

[@maldini883]

Hi, I have a pair of stone white chinos but am unsure on the shoe or boot style to wear with them as the pair I have are dark brown but are quite clunky. I was after something more refined, can you help me out with some suggestions?

[@catatonicbug7522]

I am wearing white chinos today, and I paired them with walnut Chelsea boots and a matching light brown (walnut) belt.

[@maldini883]

Thanks, I have decided to get some grey ones now and return the other. I think they are a good mix of casual and formal. Ever that or Navy.

[@MgtowRubicon]

I never wear laced shoes. Always slip-ons; it's kind of a _law thing_ in the real estate profession.

[@miguelluis483]

Hey Sven! I wanted you to make a video on your opinion about fake leather/skin. Can they be as good as the real deal? Are there some brands that use it and you recommend? Keep up the good work!

[@michaelbell3952]

Amazing video

[@ralphmarkasher]

Raphael, was that Teddy Kennedy's funeral you used?

[@johnthevoice6270]

As always a great video! I have a question/request: as fall approaches could you do a video about knitted vests worn with suits or blazers?

[@justagerman140]

What's the history behind the Sonntagsanzug?

[@ewanwilson1974]

For one of your *is it worth it* videos, you should do the lululemon commission pants.

[@yasserbs]

Why do you recommend notch lapels rather than peak lapels?

[@WhiskeyTactical]

can you wear dress boots for business??

[@alvinprettyman1802]

thanks for posting

[@RichardDuinmayer]

Just jump to 3:40

[@TheEpicProjects300K]

Hey Sven, recently I've developed an interest in new suits through watching your content and watching older films such as Goodfellas. What are some good websites for suits, particularly regular vintage ties that were much wider than now, as well as spearpoint collars and even double breasted jackets?

[@DinnerTimeFun]

Can you go with a skinny tie? Or does it have to be a regular tie?

[@catatonicbug7522]

Skinny people wear skinny ties. Wider people should wear wider ties. Be sure that your jacket lapels match though.

[@DinnerTimeFun]

Cool, so a skinny tie works, I have slim notch lapels.

[@matthewmcclure8799]

Hi Raphael - great video as always! What do you think of wearing a bowtie as part of a business-attire ensemble? are they too loud, or can a muted/more formal bowtie work? (e.g. Churchill's navy polka-dot bowtie with a Marlborough suit)

[@gentlemansgazette]

They aren't too loud - choose a muted color or a traditional pattern like polka dots and you'll look great!

[@matthewmcclure8799]

@@gentlemansgazette thanks!

[@Rambling_camel]

I have a charcoal chalk strip suit from Huntsman in the House style - can I get away with that cut in the office?

[@michaelhalbert9264]

Question?-- what do you think of the book, Clothes and the Man?

[@mdabuhanif979]

Teacher dress code needed

[@adrianapartida5888]

Wish the next video was about 18th century fashion

[@bertfuxdogs5647]

Great advice and video, but I can’t get over the fact that your shoes look like they haven’t been polished in forever

[@lolbro2674]

Thanks

[@AbdulAhadKhanChingaizi]

Somebody teach Sven how to not tie an asymmetric tie with a wavy outlook! Looks really informal.

[@gentlemansgazette]

I know how to tie ties symmetically of course as you can see in our tie knot series. However, I chose not to tie them as they remind me of poorly dressed men who think they are well dressed. www.gentlemansgazette.com/half-windsor-knot-how-to-tie/?

[@AbdulAhadKhanChingaizi]

Gentleman's Gazette Thanks for the reply. I wasn't expecting one. Please educate me on how an asymmetric knot is supposed to be superior. A link would do just fine.

[@catatonicbug7522]

I have to agree. Asymmetrically-tied ties look sloppy, and appear as though you don't care about your appearance enough to get the knot to lie smoothly. They also tend to expose the buttons on the shirt which, again, looks sloppy.

[@AbdulAhadKhanChingaizi]

@@catatonicbug7522 Exactly! Thanks for reinforcing my point. I presume Sven will enlighten us with a paradigm shift soon. Otherwise, gentlemen love order and symmetry and this should be no exception.

[@reesecripe5428]

It's really just an opinion. I hate symmetric tie knots and so do all my friends. Most of the fashion people I follow on Instagram do asymmetric tie knots too

[@michaelfrompolin]

For a business garment what would be your personal preference? A double or a single breasted suit jackets?

[@henningw1]

Have your worked in an office environment? Obviously acceptance of fashion expressions differ between offices and might not have anything to do with the dress code presented here but I would avoid suspenders and vests (unless you are a partner or sr md) otherwise people might start asking you where your pool cue is or where their drinks are. However; vests from Patagonia and alike, as a layer during the colder months are ok. If you are in a front office function then stay far away from brown suits. I would recommend barrel cuffs for shirts instead of French as stated in the video. Make sure the shirt is properly fitted, this is very important. Unless you work in the UK and it’s Friday, stay away from color matching your socks to your tie. Wear a pinky ring and see what that does for your career on your own risk. Unless you are actually part of the nobility in your country and you carry the family crest, then maybe it could work.

[@DaMhillz]

^THIS, a lot of these outfits would get you laughed at in the office. Even senior guys don't dress like this

[@pechadeh]

Third! Not so bad :)

[@thomascool1335]

I prefer old style

[@BackTo1955]

Good video, but the suit at the end looks like bad quality

[@DaMhillz]

Given that those who need tips are probably just starting out their career, please don't show up in a waistcoat, suspenders or a double breasted suit in 2018. Honestly, ditch the pocket square as well. You're going to look like a goober. I'm sorry, but a lot of these outfits would simply look silly in the office. As a young guy in financial services, I can tell you that even the higher ups don't wear those things. Look up any CEO of a major bank, they dress simply and cleanly, and get all the basics right. You're not there to stand out for your outfit. You're there to do BUSINESS, hence the "business attire" name.

[@DaMhillz]

Sure, money doesn't buy taste. Point still stands that a clean simple look with all the basics done well is the right way to go in the workplace.

[@gplusgplus2286]

Still, Sven has his facts right. Although I too wouldn't wear that particular 3-piece, I've fallen to many of the mistakes he points in the video, like too bright a tie to a client.

[@georgecole2949]

What ought a gentleman wear to a traditional funeral?

[@gentlemansgazette]

We have a guide for that www.gentlemansgazette.com/funeral-etiquette-clothes-thank-you-cards-flowers/

[@Paultarco]

I would say, you mention that it's hard to stand out but that's kinda the point of business formal. In a lot of traditional jobs it'd be a really dumb idea career idea to try to stand out through fashion at the office. Look smart, dress well, blend in with your fashion, stand out with your work. Save your stylish outfits for after hours

[@yeti123]

Im sorry but if you wear a 3 piece suit you will be laughed at. Most men in the City London just wear a shirt and jacket, not even a tie. The world is becoming casual

[@DaMhillz]

agreed, easiest way to tank your career on day one

[@boscokid9524]

Business dress has gotten so sloppy for many men if you wear a suit and tie you will look so much better than almost any other man in the office. I do wear suits when I am customer facing. I like dressing well. It makes me feel like I am fully engaged in my work.

[@Dragonblaster1]

@@boscokid9524 My boss wears a suit with no tie. I come into the office everyday in the full dark grey or dark blue suit and silk tie, with understated cufflinks and tie pin. I use a Pratt-Shelby tie knot. which is symmetrical and dimpled, fills the collar well without being huge like a Windsor. But I will say, nobody looks askance at me. Interestingly enough, the only other "dapperologist" I've seen in the company is the guy whose job I'm taking over. There are a few others who wear a tie and/or suit, but I take pride in it, as it gives me the confidence to act like a manager.

[@RizwanKler]

Great vid Raphael. Remember when we'd wear.double breasted pin stripped suits & perfectly polished black Oxfords to get into a club! We were all slightly underaged but we got got in! 🤘😎🤙

[@jacobmorgenstein6788]

Stop the snare drum !!!!!!!

[@lindnerhub]

Raphael, das Video ist ein einziger Voicecrack

[@daskes123]

I noticed that u had some pretty bad posture in some of ur other videos, u should try and work on that! If u got some kind of pain causing it go to a chiropractor. Have a nice day!

[@OneTonneNoodles]

Someone needs to do a quality check on these videos before uploading. Editing is a bit messy.

[@CainCorvinus]

I dont mind all the attire, except the foot wear. I just can't stand the pointed tip black or brown look 'elf' shoes. Looks like santa's little helper trying to be fancy x.x

[@bobnelson9480]

A video about toupee's would be welcome, especially for us gentlemen who are no longer in our 30's.

[@catatonicbug7522]

Run away from them! They are never socially acceptable, and even less so for a gentleman. Grow hair if you can, but if you can't, be proud of your chronological status and keep what is left neat and tidy.

[@aimeethomson7806]

...no ur right

[@aimeethomson7806]

...errrr

[@williamniallmilesmcmullan1917]

Leather is brown; coal and security guards' shoes are black

[@CookiesEnthusiast]

Brown is for leisure, black is for business

[@clint7312]

300k!!

[@motorunion]

Very hard to understand what this guy SAY!

[@SandroMagna]

Was wondering, are you still begging Spier Mackay for free stuff? Let me know if you need a donation or GoFundMe. You seem to need it, the way your begging for free stuff. I'll gladly help. No shame, bro.

[@jamespalsson746]

300K

[@JeHs-i6f]

Formals irrespective of gender >>>

[@axxis001]

I really like your videos so no offense.. but your suits are WAY too wide. also the lapels of your jackets are really old school. so again no offense, but the look is (especially for business) really outdated

[@jimmywrangles]

The business suit, the uniform of greed and corruption.

[@cpurchase7237]

More so of conformity