Its called a job interview. Try it out.

I don't know about other FTer's, my first year at university I bought a nice suit. And besides, the girls liked it too.

Yes - I own suits as well and enjoy wearing them on certain occasions. As I mentioned before, getting on a plane and traveling isn't always the same as a job interview :)

I was just picking on shore9 ;)

You don't have to wear a jacket and tie. But in life, people judge you by your appearance. You can complain all you like but that's life. And if you happen to look young and be dressed a little shabbily you may have more friction. Whenever my travels take me to another country, I always consider the customs officer when picking my clothing for the day. Besides, is there anything more convenient for storage of travel documents than the inside breast pocket of a suit jacket?

I happen to be of the opinion that a suit and tie, at this point in fashion history, is out dated, even in the so-called 'formal' business world.

Suit with open collar dress shirt is what seems to be the norm in today's North American business environment. Although, I sat across the table today with an old timer lawyer (60 something ;) ) who had a tie and button down shirt that was all the craze in the early 80's :eek:

How do you know who the custom officer will be when you cross over?

Is there a differance in custom officer's values when they're male / female / gay / religous / ov er 30 / under 30 / a fashion plate / non-fashion plate....you get my point, eh!

I thought Parnel was celebrating St.Paddy's in YUL? :confused: ;) :p

I thought it with was Punished Edmontonian who was sitting in negotiations! :D

It was an abstract concept. Not referring to a specific individual.

But since you are having trouble with the idea try this:

Unshaven in ripped jeans and t-shirt = Drug mule

Clean-cut in proper attire = Welcome to usa

Is he 'Punished' because he has to wear a tie? :D

I can't believe I read that someone felt entitled to lounge entry............it is a privilege granted by AC and can be yanked at any time. And BTW, there are people who pay $400 PA for the privilege. A tier member pays squat.

who do you think felt entitled to lounge entry?

See my post #74 as follows:

I disagree!

There are valid and legitimate reasons as to why a minimum standard of presentable attire is require in a 'members only' club.

The problem is not what you described in terms of your own personal attire but the extreme(s) that others might bring into the lounge that:

1) May be sexually explicit (i.e. children are in the lounge);

2) May be soiled to the extent that the smell is extreamly offensive to others;

3) May be inconsistent with the image that the facility wants to project as part of a business strategy;

You forget, it's only your right to enter this 'private property' when you agree and conform with the rules of the establishment!

(negotiator)

Gentlemen, do you really think that this world has ever passed from one generation to the next without such alarms being raised? I'm sure you heard the same things from your parent's generation. Don't worry, the kids are going to be alright...

Wirelessly posted (BlackBerry7780/3.7.1)

I agree with the OP which is why I bathe at least every second blue moon whether I need it or not.

True!

But if they keep it up they'll look like a collection of hobos in search of the 'next train' outta town. :o