Why do suits make us look more trustworthy, feel more confident, and even think differently? In this episode we dive into the psychology of dressing up, looking at how clothes shape our mindset, how first impressions are made in seconds, and why a blazer can sometimes be as powerful as a business card.

References & Further Reading:

• Adam & Galinsky (2012) – Enclothed Cognition ScienceDirect

• Slepian et al. – Formal Clothing Shapes Abstract Thought & Perceived Power ResearchGate

• How suit fit influences first impressions ResearchGate

• Book: Steven Landsburg – The Armchair Economist