So a friend of mine gave me a bunch of really nice pocket squares. I would like to wear them, but it may be too much. I wanted to get the feeling from those who actually work in IB, particularly if you are at a MM/Boutique.
I will however say that the culture at my firm is not uptight. For example, I wear cuff links a once or twice a week. No one cares and I have never heard anything negative. However, I think pocket squares are a whole different ballgame when it comes to accessorizing.
Thanks for the input.
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Depends on where you are located. In the States, make sure it's crisp and folded where you're showing 1/4", or so, of the WHITE square. I wouldn't walk in with a flamboyant, loud-colored paisely square exploding out of my pocket like a flower and expect to be taken seriously at any bank. I'd even venture that tasteful quite squares are more appropriate for junior-levels than cuff links, but that's just my personal taste.
I don't think that it is appropriate if you are an analyst, a rule of thumb is never dress better than your superiors, if they aren't even wearing pocket squares then don't think about it.
Trust me, I love pocket squares as much as the next guy, but don't wear them to work.
Yeah, unless you are a VP or are on Nip Tuck leave the pocket square at home.
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should I wear my top hat to work, or is that too formal?
See, I would have thought by your comments regarding fraternities that you would be a proponent of pocket squares.
No, my comments regarding fraternities should have signaled to you that I am a proponent of dressing as a straight male in the 21st century. Not as a flamboyant Mr. Peanut.
A very misinformed post based on nothing but unfounded prejudice. Would you call JFK a "flamboyant Mr. Peanut"? Knowing how to wear a pocket square appropriately can only make you look classier.
This is what you said, "if it is a real fraternity, members will be wearing polo ralph lauren or brooks brothers. that's when you know to join- good networking."
I'm not going to argue with you over WSO. I just figured since ralph lauren and brooks brothers both make pocket squares and you have an obvious appreciation for someone who is well dressed and in-turn be in favor. Personally, I don't give a shit if you like them or not.
My comment was only meant to be an observation.
I had hoped for a different response, although its what I figured.
I may just wear them once and a while.
Pocket squares can look really good and a lot of people wear it, just if you out dress your MD people might not like it. Most people have no idea how to dress or frankly give a crap what they wear. If it looks nice and you like it then do it. Just realize the possible ramifications.
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