You’ve passed the bar. Those grueling years of law school, the LSAT and undergrad work are behind you—now you’re ready to set out on the law career you’ve worked so many years to achieve.
Wait though—is that what you’re going to wear in court? What? You mean finishing top of your class in law school wasn’t enough; you actually have to dress like a great lawyer, too?
Hey, it’s a tough world out there in business and in the courtroom these days. The fact is that yes, you do have to “dress for success” to make a good impression if you want a great law career. If you don’t know much about men’s fashion and
dress wear, you may have to “fake it till you make it”—or at least do some research, (starting right here at “Dressed to Kill”—www.bonsai.org) till you have a sense of how to pull off a put-together look that’ll impress in the courtroom.
If you think your courtroom attire won’t affect your legal career, think back on some of the legal imagery from films that had an impact. Gregory Peck in “To Kill a Mockingbird” was never seen in court, even in the southern heat, without a suit and tie. Matthew McConaughey has had an impressive side career in films portraying well-dressed (impeccable suit and tie) lawyers. You get the picture.
Where to start? Read up on our site for tips on dressing well, from head to toe. Go to a men’s shop and find some deals on suits from well-regarded menswear lines. Invest in a good shirt and tie. Comb your hair. Look your best. Chances are, you’ll win the case.
