Written By: Anthony Douglas Gere
Music Provided By: SEMusic
Artistry Selected By: Main Ad Centre
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licensing of mcwhorter management
marketing manufacturing 2005
Any unauthorized usage and or its
likeness is prohibited by law.
Music Provided By: SEMusic
Artistry Selected By: Main Ad Centre
All Material is protected by law under the
licensing of mcwhorter management
marketing manufacturing 2005
Any unauthorized usage and or its
likeness is prohibited by law.
Putting Gravy on the Dressing
By Anthony Douglas Gere
The other day, a guy I barely know but see almost everyday at the coffee shop I patronize stopped
me and asked a question. He said, " pardon me, but may I ask what do you do for a living or where
do you work?" It caught me completely off guard, and was wondering who is this person, why does
he want to know such things about me and how much information should I tell him if I decide to. It
didn't really offend me because the way he approached me was friendly, but hey, the devil also
wears sheep clothing, and all is unfairly fair in love & war. But seriously, I was curious on why he
ask, so I told him I own and operate a private consulting firm, that has been around for some 17
years. I asked him why he was interested, and what his name was. He said that each time he
sees me, I am dressed in different themes, and though very stylish, very extreme in a fashion
sense for a normal person of pattern. Well those that know me, understand my severe issues
with shopping, its well chronicled to say the least. Its not that I just love to shop, but because I
entertain clients from all over the world, and my taste and selection varies from time to time
on how I want to present myself, and to whom. One day you might see me in a black suit
with cuff links and my signature prada leather bracelet in tack. But on top of the starched
white shirt is a tie that totally accents my personality and dictates the energy I want to
project for that day. I might even wear jeans one day, but I also have on the timberland
shirt, vest, boots and mountaineering saddle bag to fully go in a western style, in a urban
way. Its just my thing, and I love the versatility in sharing in different groups and circles in a
fashionable way. Its sort of like a statement, and I enjoy saying what I feel.
Now though I do particularly like the high end designers, I'm not addicted to what it
represents or symbolizes. I just prefer quality or quantity, and in the long run, quality
never goes out of style. I remember earlier in my life when I was at the influential stage
in developing my identity, I often wondered why businessmen wore suits, and how you
distinguish the archeny in their status. Back in the days, a white collar was the label,
and those that wore other colors, represented the labor / work force. Nowadays, the
visual has taken on a new meaning, and with discount brokerage houses, anyone can
look the part, but that's still only visual to those that know what their looking at. Its not
just buying the suit or piece of clothing. Its how you get it altered or tapered to your
frame. Its what you do with it, not just what you have purchased that tells the ultimate t
ale. Many don't know that the assembly line suits that are made in mass quantities,
are glued at the shoulders and seams. Most high quality suits are sewn, and are
made of a more quality fabric. Why that is important is that when you take your suit to
the cleaners, over time, the glue bubbles and loses its contact, and that shows when
it is pressed, which totally looks bad in my opinion, and nullifies why you are wearing
the garment in the first place. But looking back, I now see how a "uniform", signifies
ones journey, no matter what the price. The police wears something to make you
take notice. So does a fireman, or doctor or nurse. Even those working at Taco
Bell, McDonalds and Starbucks offer some form of uniformity, so those going to
parties, clubs and work do the same, but that's still only visual, to those that realize
and know what their looking at.
I remember when I worked at a major record label, and also at other places on a
professional level. I actually dressed a lot better than say my bosses or owners in
some cases. I wasn't like I was trying to prove anything, I just remember what my
dear ole grandmother told me, " don't dress where you're at, dress like where you
wanna go or be". As long as I can remember, I've always wanted to work for myself
on a business level. And I dressed the part depending the environment and level I
was able to afford and attract. Now it wasn't until a few things happened that made
me go for the gusto {The Straight Turning Point}, but I knew I would depend on my
gifts to prosper my self worth, not someone else’s interpretation. But now I look
around and see all of the punk rockers, tattooed marvels and strippers and think, they
might not be what I've been stereotyped them to be or think. They could just as well be
making a statement in a uniform, and actually someone else underneath the costumes
we all wear daily. I mean yeah, we could go further into race, religion and racial
statements, but for now lets stay on clothing and how it is worn or how it wears you.
Think about when you go out to a club or bar. Think how the women are dressed, the
guys dressed and your initial reaction when you see someone flaunting certain
features that may seem inappropriate or too care free. You instantly draw a conclusion.
I was taught that you have fun & sex with Marilyn Monroe, and date & marry a Jackie O.
By Anthony Douglas Gere
The other day, a guy I barely know but see almost everyday at the coffee shop I patronize stopped
me and asked a question. He said, " pardon me, but may I ask what do you do for a living or where
do you work?" It caught me completely off guard, and was wondering who is this person, why does
he want to know such things about me and how much information should I tell him if I decide to. It
didn't really offend me because the way he approached me was friendly, but hey, the devil also
wears sheep clothing, and all is unfairly fair in love & war. But seriously, I was curious on why he
ask, so I told him I own and operate a private consulting firm, that has been around for some 17
years. I asked him why he was interested, and what his name was. He said that each time he
sees me, I am dressed in different themes, and though very stylish, very extreme in a fashion
sense for a normal person of pattern. Well those that know me, understand my severe issues
with shopping, its well chronicled to say the least. Its not that I just love to shop, but because I
entertain clients from all over the world, and my taste and selection varies from time to time
on how I want to present myself, and to whom. One day you might see me in a black suit
with cuff links and my signature prada leather bracelet in tack. But on top of the starched
white shirt is a tie that totally accents my personality and dictates the energy I want to
project for that day. I might even wear jeans one day, but I also have on the timberland
shirt, vest, boots and mountaineering saddle bag to fully go in a western style, in a urban
way. Its just my thing, and I love the versatility in sharing in different groups and circles in a
fashionable way. Its sort of like a statement, and I enjoy saying what I feel.
Now though I do particularly like the high end designers, I'm not addicted to what it
represents or symbolizes. I just prefer quality or quantity, and in the long run, quality
never goes out of style. I remember earlier in my life when I was at the influential stage
in developing my identity, I often wondered why businessmen wore suits, and how you
distinguish the archeny in their status. Back in the days, a white collar was the label,
and those that wore other colors, represented the labor / work force. Nowadays, the
visual has taken on a new meaning, and with discount brokerage houses, anyone can
look the part, but that's still only visual to those that know what their looking at. Its not
just buying the suit or piece of clothing. Its how you get it altered or tapered to your
frame. Its what you do with it, not just what you have purchased that tells the ultimate t
ale. Many don't know that the assembly line suits that are made in mass quantities,
are glued at the shoulders and seams. Most high quality suits are sewn, and are
made of a more quality fabric. Why that is important is that when you take your suit to
the cleaners, over time, the glue bubbles and loses its contact, and that shows when
it is pressed, which totally looks bad in my opinion, and nullifies why you are wearing
the garment in the first place. But looking back, I now see how a "uniform", signifies
ones journey, no matter what the price. The police wears something to make you
take notice. So does a fireman, or doctor or nurse. Even those working at Taco
Bell, McDonalds and Starbucks offer some form of uniformity, so those going to
parties, clubs and work do the same, but that's still only visual, to those that realize
and know what their looking at.
I remember when I worked at a major record label, and also at other places on a
professional level. I actually dressed a lot better than say my bosses or owners in
some cases. I wasn't like I was trying to prove anything, I just remember what my
dear ole grandmother told me, " don't dress where you're at, dress like where you
wanna go or be". As long as I can remember, I've always wanted to work for myself
on a business level. And I dressed the part depending the environment and level I
was able to afford and attract. Now it wasn't until a few things happened that made
me go for the gusto {The Straight Turning Point}, but I knew I would depend on my
gifts to prosper my self worth, not someone else’s interpretation. But now I look
around and see all of the punk rockers, tattooed marvels and strippers and think, they
might not be what I've been stereotyped them to be or think. They could just as well be
making a statement in a uniform, and actually someone else underneath the costumes
we all wear daily. I mean yeah, we could go further into race, religion and racial
statements, but for now lets stay on clothing and how it is worn or how it wears you.
Think about when you go out to a club or bar. Think how the women are dressed, the
guys dressed and your initial reaction when you see someone flaunting certain
features that may seem inappropriate or too care free. You instantly draw a conclusion.
I was taught that you have fun & sex with Marilyn Monroe, and date & marry a Jackie O.
