The aspiring young lawyer is allowed one bold tie in the wardrobe. Our recommendation for that precious slot is a $20 tie from Target. The Royal Stewart Plaid Tie is marketed under Target’s house brand called Merona. Despite the low price tag, the tie is 100% silk and produces a knot typically found on much more expensive neck wear. Continue Reading

In the last few years cuff links have become a popular accessory for men in the business world. Flashy cuff links of the alma mater’s mascot and diamond encrusted dollar signs inspired by Ted DiBiase are shockingly prevalent. This is a trend for which young lawyers need to pass. The goal of a young lawyer is not for his clothing to draw attention to itself, and no matter how bland the cuff links, they will draw unnecessary attention by virtue of still being relatively uncommon. Instead stick with a one button cuff, with a rounded or angled corner. Also, make sure the buttons are not made of plastic. Plastic buttons will look cheap, and damage easily.