Suit you, Sir!: Should we care how politicians dress? – Marie Le Conte asks Derek Guy
The Bunker – News without the nonsense
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Show Notes
From Obama’s tan suit to the Emperor’s new clothes – we’ve always been fascinated by politicians’ wardrobes. But should we care at all what they wear? Marie Le Conte is joined by fashion writer and political commentator, Derek Guy aka "The Menswear Guy" on Twitter to find out.
- "I don’t like the respectability politics of clothing. Your character isn’t determined by how you dress.” – Derek Guy
- "I would agree. I’m a bit of a snob.” – Derek Guy
- “You don’t know if somebody earnestly loves something or if they’re being paid by a brand." – Derek Guy
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Written and presented by Marie Le Conte. Producer: Liam Tait. Audio editor: Jade Bailey. Managing editor: Jacob Jarvis. Music by Kenny Dickinson. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. THE BUNKER is a Podmasters Production.
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