Scafidi says the vest emerged as the dress code of finance grew more casual in recent years, partly because expensive suits seemed garish after the financial crisis. Scafidi said the vest was also a way for companies to slap their logo on a casual piece of clothing, and maybe encourage a little camaraderie.19 Apr 2019
What do finance guys wear?
A button-down shirt, a pair of slacks, and a fleece vest. The outfit, christened the "Midtown Uniform" by a popular Instagram account of the same name, appears to be standard issue for men in their twenties and thirties working in the financial-services industry. The look is huge, of course, in New York City.9 Jul 2018
Why do bankers wear Patagonia?
A number of top-ranked law firms now issue branded Patagonia vests as part of the swag packages that typically accompany job offers. And it's not a decision entirely based in trend awareness. Patagonia is a company well-regarded for its environmentalist ethos.9 Jul 2018
Why are all these business Bros wearing the same vest?
It's a symbolism some companies are all too ready to capitalize on. A number of top-ranked law firms now issue branded Patagonia vests as part of the swag packages that typically accompany job offers. And it's not a decision entirely based in trend awareness.9 Jul 2018
What vests Do bankers wear?
“The iconic Patagonia vest that traders, portfolio managers, bankers, [and] venture capitalists all wear when the temperatures start getting chilly is now available in gray and navy!” goes the full-throated product description for the “Authentic Goldman Sachs Men's Patagonia Better Sweater Fleece Vest.” A reminder that
Why are people wearing vests?
Vests provide more warmth than most people realize, and even help keep your extremities warm. That is why often a long sleeve shirt with a good vest (and the right gloves, hats and pants) are enough to keep you warm when being active in cold temperatures.
What is the finance Bro vest?
Finance bro style — also known as banker bro or business bro — is the tendency for clean-cut white dudes to walk around in fleece Patagonia vests, pastel button-downs, ill-fitting khakis and brown loafers.1 Feb 2021
Are bankers and venture capitalists really getting fleeced by Patagonia?
As it turns out, not entirely. According to Corley Kenna, senior director of global communications at Patagonia: “Several customers and some members of the press have asked us whether we've changed our policy regarding group sales — and whether we're leaving 'bros out in the cold.5 Apr 2019