This was the era of "Power Dressing." Influenced by Giorgio Armani, suits became oversized with massive shoulder pads, symbolizing the aggressive, "greed is good" mentality of Wall Street. 5. The Modern Chapter: The Death (and Rebirth) of the Suit
That's when it hit me - the suit wasn't the source of my confidence; it was just a reminder of my potential. I took the suit out of the closet, and we had a good talk. I realized that I didn't need it to feel confident or professional. I had the skills, experience, and knowledge to succeed on my own.
And that is the tragedy of the formal wear. We dress up to say goodbye. We dress up to hide the cracks. We dress up to convince strangers that we are okay.
