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New York Times
14-05-2025
- Business
- New York Times
Chinese Manufacturers Have Been Turning to TikTok Diplomacy
A telegenic young woman called Luna is standing on the floor of a warehouse stacked with shipping boxes and sacks the color of sun-washed jade. When the video opens, she does a jumping half twist to face the camera and says, in smooth British-accented English, 'There's nothing a Chinese factory can't make.' Garment factories in Guangdong, she explains, are vital production partners for American brands like Brooks Brothers and Tommy Hilfiger. 'The scale of the factories in this region specifically, they're not massive,' she says, doing a practiced walk-and-talk. 'But all of them are willing to invest heavily in research and development.' I started seeing videos like this one as I scrolled social media from my couch in the days after President Trump announced his sweeping new tariffs — Liberation Day, if you must — in early April. TikTok, in particular, was flooded with videos of young Chinese people, speaking from warehouses and factories in Guangdong and Shenzhen, in footage that reminded me of low-budget TV ads for local businesses. In one, a woman called Rosie — looking worried, as if trying to stop someone from making a huge mistake — struck poses while telling viewers which websites they could use to buy sportswear or appliances directly from Chinese manufacturers. Americans had already been doing that for years. There are enormous communities on Reddit dedicated to connecting with Chinese proxy buyers, where WhatsApp numbers are traded like samizdat: You can text a stranger somewhere in China, get a menu of goods and order with a few clicks on PayPal. There are drop-shippers, too, a cottage industry of people who take orders through e-commerce sites, then have foreign manufacturers send the items directly to customers. You could even cut out the middlemen and contact a factory yourself. All this was enabled, in part, by a de minimis tariff exemption, in which goods worth less than $800 could be shipped from China or Hong Kong directly to the consumer without paying duties. But Trump ended that exception this year — and, of course, he also slapped almost all Chinese imports with a tariff of at least 145 percent. Now Chinese manufacturers and American consumers both face tariff-induced anxieties — and so the flow of communication between them seems to be deepening. The videos I saw last month seemed to want to negotiate new trade arrangements directly with American consumers, peer to peer, outside official channels. They pitched factory-direct savings that might defray some of the rising costs of goods. Americans, they wagered, had found it easier to change their politics than their Amazon wish lists. That these videos might find a receptive audience among young Americans isn't surprising. In this year's edition of the Harvard Youth Poll, 42 percent of some 2,000 respondents said they were struggling financially, up from 29 percent in 2019. I see the same feelings and preoccupations when I talk to my own friends: crumbling infrastructure, unaffordable health care, wealth disparities so deep that even people with jobs end up sleeping in their cars. All of this is paired with a shifting image of China among young Americans, who are about half as likely as their parents, and around one-fifth as likely as their grandparents, to see China as an 'enemy' of the United States. You could sense this in March, when the American YouTuber Darren Jason Watkins Jr. (a.k.a. IShowSpeed) began traveling through China, livestreaming lengthy videos — the Beijing entry stretches to six hours — that have been viewed tens of millions of times. Both Watkins and a share of his audience were clearly excited by what they saw. On his visit to Shenzhen, he rode in an amphibious car made by the Chinese manufacturer BYD, amazing viewers with the sight of a street-legal S.U.V. wading easily into a body of water. 'China is legit the future,' one commenter wrote. Watkins has close to 40 million subscribers on YouTube, many of whom must still be in their teens, living in an American car market where what passes for innovation is a modular tailgate. (BYD and other Chinese auto companies are effectively banned from the American market by protectionist policies that long predate Trump's.) In those streams, they may well have found a more optimistic, imaginative view of the future than their own country has lately conjured — the China that has built thousands of miles of high-speed rail while California struggles to lay down short stretches, or made its wind- and solar-power generation eclipse its fossil-fuel power capacity while Trump cancels federal grants for renewable energy. This intoxicating portrait is, of course, an exercise in image-building on the part of China. Watkins's streams can be entertaining, but they certainly aren't an objective exploration of Chinese life; they are a kind of glossy tourist video, made with the apparent blessing of a Chinese government that wouldn't have given him latitude to document, say, the blanket surveillance, political repression or forced labor that make it possible for the nation to complete those ambitious infrastructure projects. (Or the massive 'ghost cities' and excess rail lines that sit unused.) In that sense, the streams are not so different from the videos in which telegenic young people crow about their factories' making garments for Lululemon or Lacoste, as if they might sell you those items without the retail markup. What we are seeing online tends to be China's very best face. Still, the accelerating flow of video between the two countries might be rewiring our relationship. Something like an anonymous TikTok account posting unflattering comparisons between New York and China's subway systems — the former rat-infested and leaky, the latter immaculate and full of polished stone — feels like a new evolution in that exchange, not least because Americans seem increasingly willing to admit to its veracity. Those manufacturers' videos fall into a wave of soft, small-scale influence-peddling. Somewhere beneath the negotiations of two nations, another begins between individuals, one of whom really wants new leggings at a steep discount, another of whom needs to sell exactly that. Recently, I asked a couple of friends — both are in their late 30s, and have lived in China their entire lives — how their own views of America have shifted over time. Both said that they ravenously consumed American culture, and saw the United States as a nation of cohesive, dynamic people. But over the last 10 years, their sense was that America was degrading, its democracy growing more brittle; they saw our gun violence, political clashes and treatment of immigrants as signs of a country whose flaws were becoming mortal wounds. Yet seeing the wrinkles and scars of a country they had admired also humanized it. Anti-Americanism, one told me, was not a default perspective among his peers, and most of his younger colleagues drew clear distinctions between the American people and the American government. When TikTok was briefly banned, he said, many Americans started joining the Chinese platform RedNote, creating a moment when people in the two countries were speaking to one another through social media. 'From the posts of countless ordinary Americans, we know that the United States is neither heaven nor hell,' he told me; American life was 'a mixture of happiness, pain, trouble and curiosity, just like my own life.' Grand projects of geopolitical maneuvering will continue between the two nations. But there is also a growing dialogue between the peoples themselves, and the possibility that it could shape public opinion as much as anything happening in Beijing or Washington.
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Yahoo
Airport Human-Trafficking Posters Are Overstating the Risks to Young People
If you've recently been to a U.S. airport, you might have seen posters depicting an attractive, unsmiling young person. These posters are accompanied by sensationalist, hyperbolic claims that young people are at risk of predation from human traffickers. They include a contact number to report suspected trafficking. The posters are part of the Department of Homeland Security's Blue Campaign, "a national public awareness campaign designed to educate the public, law enforcement, and other industry partners to recognize the indicators of human trafficking, and how to appropriately respond to possible cases." I noticed one of these posters at the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport in Austin, Texas. I saw it again at Raleigh-Durham. (Note: Though the young man looks an awful lot like my editor, Robby Soave, he swears he is not moonlighting as a sex-trafficking victim impersonator.) I've also recently seen a similar ad featuring a young woman of color. But a few years back, the trafficking posters in airports all looked like Brooks Brothers ads. Today, there's a wider array of ethnicities. Still, the real question is: By urging travelers to be on high alert for sex-trafficking, are these ads serving any legitimate purpose? "That guy isn't being trafficked by anyone," says Emily Horowitz, a sociologist and author of From Rage to Reason: Why We Need Sex Crime Laws Based on Facts, Not Fear, when I show her the poster. Kaytlin Bailey, the founder of Old Pros, a nonprofit that advocates for sex worker rights, and host of The Oldest Profession Podcast, agrees. "We're not having a problem with white middle-class kids disappearing from soccer games," says Bailey. "That's just not a thing that is happening." What is happening, she says, is something remarkably akin to the white slavery panic at the turn of the 20th century, with the authorities once again "stoking these middle-class fears that a savage is coming to take your kid." The sex trafficking of minors is an uncommon occurrence in the United States. When minors do use sex to survive, most "are running away from a worse situation back home, whether they're fleeing impoverished countries or abusive home relationships," says Bailey. Consider the case of an underage teenager on the run who might agree to sleep with someone in exchange for a place to live. That's certainly a bad situation, and one that policymakers should work to prevent; it is not nearly the same thing as sex traffickers grabbing kids from airport bathrooms, or flying them around the country. Hysteria helps no one: For instance, the oft-cited statistic that the average age of entry into sex work is 13 years old is absolutely false. (Bailey puts it at 26 years old.) Nonetheless, these posters are multiplying at airports, probably because the people who designed them feel good about fighting a crime that is indeed horrible, even if it is nowhere near as common as these posters seem to imply—and thank goodness for that. Bailey likes to remind people that most instances of child sexual abuse are committed by someone known to the child, such as a family member or teacher. There are very, very few unfamiliar assailants lurking at airports, shopping malls, and sports stadiums. "It is literally the opposite of stranger danger," says Bailey. In the meantime, telling travelers to be on high alert for kidnappers might make life more difficult for interracial families who are just trying to board their plane. In 2019, Cindy McCain, the wife of late Sen. John McCain (R–Ariz.), apologized after she mistakenly reported what she believed to be child trafficking when she saw a child with a woman of a different ethnicity. Placing posters of young people at airports probably won't do much to stop the underlying causes of human trafficking. They may be ginning up unnecessary fear and panic. The post Airport Human-Trafficking Posters Are Overstating the Risks to Young People appeared first on
Yahoo
11-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Four new businesses announced for Eastview Mall
Eastview Mall in Victor has signed four new tenants, mall owner Wilmorite announced Friday. ∎ Capital One Café, a full-service coffee bar, will open its first location in the Northeast in a 3,758-square-foot spot outside Dick's House of Sport. Customers don't need a Capitol One account to patronize the business. ∎ Fries Fries Fries, which serves French fries, poutine and hot dogs, will open in the food court between Famous Wok and Pita Chik. Its original location is at Destiny USA, and the Eastview operation will be its second. ∎ Fabletics, which sells fashionable activewear, will open its first upstate New York store at Eastview in an 1,800-square-foot space between White House Black Market and Sephora. ∎ Rowan, which sells all hypoallergenic jewelry and offers piercing by licensed nurses, will open its first upstate parlor in 645 square feet of space in the Von Maur wing between Vera Bradley and Free People. Wilmorite did not provide a timeline for the openings. Current tenant Amita's Xpress Spa will return to its former 1,286-square-foot space just inside Entrance 3 near The GAP. Pop culture specialty retailer Box Lunch will move to a 2,413-square-foot space in Main Court between Aeropostale and LEGO. And denim retailer Buckle will relocate to a 5,000-square-foot space between Abercrombie & Fitch and Brooks Brothers. Previously announced retailers PacSun (Pacific Sunwear) and Aur Society will open in the coming weeks. PacSun will be in the JCPenney wing, and Aur Society will be in the Main Court across from Brooks Brothers. Reporter Marcia Greenwood covers general assignments and has an interest in retail news. Send story tips to mgreenwo@ Follow her on X @MarciaGreenwood. This article originally appeared on Rochester Democrat and Chronicle: Four new businesses announced for Eastview Mall
CNN
24-03-2025
- Lifestyle
- CNN
13 best men's short-sleeve shirts from Amazon, according to stylists
Men's short-sleeve shirt quick picks Linen short-sleeve: Theory Men's Irving Short Sleeve in Relaxed Linen Wrinkle-resistant shirt: Untuck It Wrinkle Resistant Hillstowe Short-Sleeve Shirt Polo shirt: Hanes Men's X-Temp Short-Sleeve Shirt Classic tee: Calvin Klein Men's Cotton Classics Undershirts, 5-PackAmazon famously has everything you need in terms of household basics, electronics and home appliances, but the retailer is also a great place to shop for men's wardrobe staples, like short-sleeve shirts. According to fashion curator Aleisha Bradley, each type of men's short-sleeve shirt — and there are several — lends itself to a different vibe. 'The classic crewneck or V-neck T-shirt is perfect for an everyday casual look,' she says. 'For a more elevated casual feel, there's the Henley or polo-style shirt. If you're into streetwear, cropped button-downs and cropped sweatshirts are trending.' Bradley says that denim short-sleeve shirts are a great option for those who love a denim-on-denim look, while Dri-Fit short-sleeves offer performance and comfort for individuals with an active lifestyle. Short-sleeve shirts can also be styled in a number of ways to be seasonally appropriate and to work for the occasion. 'A classic short-sleeve T-shirt can be elevated by layering it under a printed, textured or leather shacket,' Bradley says. 'And for a more relaxed, easygoing look, a short-sleeve button-down can be left open over a simple tee.' To learn more about shopping online for men's short-sleeve shirts, we tapped three stylists for their insights and their top Amazon picks. Brooks Brothers Short-Sleeve Button Down Shirt Stylist Jackie Schiavone recommends this striped button down from Brooks Brothers, a brand she says is known for its 'high-quality materials and classic style.' According to the stylist, the button-downs can be picked up in several colors and patterns, but the navy pinstripe is ideal for the start of summer since it can be styled with everything from khakis to Nantucket red shorts. The shirt comes in linen or cotton and sizes S to XXL. Coofandy Casual Button Down Short-Sleeve Shirt According to Bradley, button-downs are a great option for anyone looking for a quick and easy way to dress up a pair of shorts or jeans. She notes that the shirts can still look dressy, whether they're tucked in or not. Her pick is made from polyester and spandex, and it comes in over 10 colors and patterns and is available in sizes S to XXL. Theory Men's Irving Short Sleeve in Relaxed Linen 'The relaxed fit and quality linen make it a versatile choice for both casual and semi-formal settings,' stylist Brooke Rounick says, noting that it's perfect for layering in the summer. This button-down shirt has a standard fit and comes in sizes XS to XXL. Hanes Men's X-Temp Short-Sleeve Shirt 'Polo shirts are a great go-to for casual and dressy looks,' Bradley says, adding that they come in various styles. She recommends this shirt, which features a ribbed collar that will stay flat and a three-button placket. The shirt is also designed with the brand's odor protection technology and a tearaway tag. Untuck It Wrinkle Resistant Hillstowe Short-Sleeve Shirt Schiavone recommends this short-sleeve shirt from Untuck It, noting that this traditional blue one is a good basic, though the shirt comes in several colors and patterns. The regular-fit top is made from cotton and features the rounded hem that this brand is famous for. Soly Hux Men's Graphic Tee 'The graphic tee is a great option for any look,' Bradley says. She notes that they can be styled with denim and sneakers or dressed up with a blazer and pair of dress boots. Her pick is this Soly Hux Men's Graphic Tee, which comes in several colors and sizes S to XXXL. Bonobos Men's Riviera Point Collar Button Down Woven Shirt One of Rounick's picks, this button down from Bonobos is 'an effortless chic essential,' she says. 'The relaxed seersucker fabric delivers both texture and style, letting you embrace warmth while looking impeccably stylish.' Robert Graham Men's Prosser Short-Sleeve Woven Shirt Schiavone describes this shirt as being 'different without being overly bold' and recommends it for any guy looking to have a bit of fun with their weekend look. The classic-fit cotton shirt features a point collar and a button front placket. SuperPrity Men's Polo Shirt 'This V-neck polo is your ticket to smart-casual perfection,' Rounick says. 'The slim fit and ribbed collar adds an edge, making it ideal for brunch with friends, dinner or a weekend tee-off.' This chic top comes in sizes S to XXXL and is available in a trendy sky blue, as well as several neutral colors. It's also made from a breathable viscose and nylon blend. Gorglitter Men's Striped Graphic Short-Sleeve Top Bradley recommends this button-down short-sleeve shirt, which she describes as edgy. She says it can be paired with shorts, slacks or jeans and styled with sneakers for a casual look or loafers for an elevated one. It comes in seven colors and sizes S to XXL. Verdusa Men's Jersey Shirt Bradley notes, jersey-style shirts are great for nailing a casual, sporty look. She says they can be found in solid colors or with graphics, like this one. Calvin Klein Men's Cotton Classics Undershirts, 5-Pack 'These are the perfect foundational pieces for any man's wardrobe,' Rounick says. 'Comfortable, classic and breathable.' The cotton shirts can be picked up in a few color combinations and are available in sizes S to XXL. Plus, you can choose between packs with rounded necks or V-necks, depending on your preference. Zengjo Striped Men's Shirt Made from a soft cotton and spandex blend, this crew neck features horizontal stripes and a ribbed collar. 'This striped crewneck is not only stylish, but also a versatile staple for your wardrobe,' Rounick says. 'It's relaxed yet refined vibe makes it ideal for anything from running errands to weekend adventures.' 'When shopping for short-sleeve shirts, the first thing to consider is the occasion or the vibe you're going for,' Bradley says. 'Are you dressing for a casual day out, [a] work setting or maybe something in between?' According to Rounick, relaxed button-ups, polo shirts and crew necks are perfect for more casual outings, like brunches or beach days. 'For formal occasions, a crisp short-sleeve shirt with a clean, structured silhouette or even upscale fabrics such as silk will elevate the total look and can be perfect for summer weddings,' she says. Personal style is another factor Bradley recommends keeping in mind. 'Whether it's a bold print, or a classic button-down or a pullover, choosing the right details will pull your entire look together effortlessly,' she says. Rounick also suggests paying attention to the color and pattern, which she says should complement your skin tone, while still reflecting your personal style. Both stylists say that fit shouldn't be overlooked either. 'For a polished silhouette you want it to fit well across your shoulders and chest,' Rounick says. 'Pay attention to the sleeve length — too short can look sloppy, while too long can be bulky. The sweet spot is mid-bicep.' As for sizing, Bradley says that the best way to find the right size is to check both the size chart and the item's measurements. She also recommends taking the fabric into consideration and looking to see what other shoppers have said about the fit. 'Sizing can vary by brand and reading reviews from other shoppers can also give you more insight into whether you should size up or down,' she says. If breathability is top of mind, Rounick recommends looking for short-sleeve shirts made from natural fabrics, such as linen and cotton. 'Cotton is soft and breathable, while linen offers unmatched airflow — perfect for warmer days,' she says. Other breathable options include shirts made from polyester and nylon. 'Blends with spandex provide stretch for comfort, while cotton blends offer softness along with moisture-wicking treatments,' Rounick says. High-performance fabrics, on the other hand, are designed to be breathable and quick drying, which makes them ideal for staying cool in warm weather. Short-sleeved shirts can be styled for a number of casual and formal occasions. For a casual look, Rounick recommends pairing a striped short-sleeve shirt with chinos or a pair of relaxed-fit jeans and a laid-back, yet fashionable pair of shoes, like Birkenstocks. For chillier nights, she suggests adding a V-neck cardigan. 'To style a short-sleeve shirt for a formal look, start with a tailored shirt in a solid or subtle pattern,' Rounick says. 'Pair it with tailored trousers or chinos in complementary colors. Add a fitted blazer for structure, and choose polished leather shoes like loafers, brogues or even men's slippers for a chic trendy touch.' To complete the look, Rounick recommends adding accessories like a watch or a pocket square. The following FAQs have been answered by fashion curator Aleisha Bradley. What material is best for men's short-sleeve shirts? What material is best for men's short-sleeve shirts? According to Bradley, the best material for men's short-sleeve shirts is cotton or cotton blend. 'Cotton is breathable, comfortable and perfect for layering with other pieces,' she says. 'Blended fabrics can add stretch or durability, making them a great option for different styles and occasions.' What is the best length for men's short-sleeve shirts? What is the best length for men's short-sleeve shirts? Bradley says that the middle of the bicep or a tad higher (if you're after a more modern look) is the best length for a short-sleeve shirt. She also notes that those lengths work best when it comes to layering your clothes because the shirts won't look so oversized. Should men tuck in short-sleeve shirts? Should men tuck in short-sleeve shirts? 'Men can tuck in their short-sleeve shirt depending on the look they are going for,' Bradley says. 'A front tuck (aka the French tuck) gives a laid-back yet stylish vibe, while fully tucking it in creates a more polished and put-together look.' Ultimately, whether you tuck or not boils down to your personal style and the occasion, she says. For this article, we consulted the following experts to gain their professional insights on the best men's short-sleeve shirts from Amazon. Aleisha Bradley, fashion curator Brooke Rounick, fashion stylist Jackie Schiavone, fashion stylist and founder of My Someday Project CNN Underscored has a team of writers and editors who have many years of experience testing, researching and recommending products, and they ensure each article is carefully edited and products are properly vetted. We talk to top experts when it makes sense to make certain we are testing each product accurately, recommending only the best products and considering the pros and cons of each item. For this article, associate lifestyle editor Rachel Dennis interviewed stylists who shared their tips on shopping for men's short-sleeve shirts along with their recommendations.
Politico
12-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Politico
The 5 Best-Dressed Men in Congress
Queen Victoria once warned her son, the future Edward VII, that public figures should never wear anything 'extravagant or slang,' lest they invite unwanted scrutiny. Current and former members of Congress from both sides of the aisle mostly follow her advice, but those who ignore it often end up in embarrassing headlines: Marco Rubio teetering back to his tour bus in Cuban heels, John Fetterman lumbering through Congress in gym clothes, Ron DeSantis squeezing into cowboy boots rumored to conceal secret height-boosting lifts. Congress is not exactly known for its fashion, and when it does come up, it's because something has gone wrong. But there are a few standout members from both sides of the aisle who know how to dress well without embarrassing themselves. Before his retirement, Sen. Mitt Romney (R-Utah) was among the most tastefully dressed men in Washington. And Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.), always a stylish dresser, is so savvy about fashion that she's deliberately wielded clothing as a political tool, something she's discussed on her Instagram. Clearly, a better-dressed Congress — if not a more functional one — is possible. And a handful of current members are proving it. So I wanted to highlight a few of the most fashionable people in what is perhaps America's least fashionable institution. Many of Congress' best dressed people are women, but since I'm a menswear writer, I decided to focus on the men. With that in mind, here are the five most stylish guys in Congress. Brooks Brothers set the template for classic American tailoring when they debuted their natural-shouldered sack suits and oxford-cloth button-down shirts at the turn of the 20th century. But that aesthetic has largely faded from the halls of Congress, replaced by President Donald Trump's 1980s power suits and young staffers' tight jackets and slim-fit chinos. Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse is one of the few who still upholds the old standard. A Yale graduate and descendant of Charles Crocker — one of the Central Pacific Railroad's founding tycoons — Whitehouse dresses in the understated, patrician style that was once a North Star of American menswear. His suits are moderately padded, with lapels of sensible width, and his ties, adorned with quiet patterns, are knotted in a traditional four-in-hand. But his signature move is his button-down collar, a detail that separates the merely well-dressed from those aware of this country's great sartorial history. Most modern button-downs are so shrunken they look like they're apologizing for their existence. Whitehouse, by contrast, wears a classic version: unlined, so the collar gently rumples and shifts as he moves, giving his look a natural ease, with points long enough to roll gracefully, forming an S-shaped curve that looks like the edges of an angel's wings. In an era when American tailoring has drifted into obscurity, Whitehouse remains one of its last steadfast torchbearers. If Rep. Mike Johnson wasn't elected to the speakership for his leadership skills, he could have won on style alone. He embodies the ideal Republican aesthetic: a crisp side part, dark tortoiseshell glasses and unimpeachable tailoring. He's like a grown-up Alex P. Keaton, distinguished by classic cuts that exude restraint, reliability and Reagan-era respectability. His shoulders have just enough padding to lend presence without creating linebacker bulk, while his lapels sit in that ideal middle ground, neither too wide nor too narrow. The speaker also understands proportion. His jackets are cut to bisect him halfway from his jacket collar to the floor, allowing for a lower buttoning point that creates a flattering V-shaped silhouette. His shirt collar has points long enough to tuck underneath his jacket's lapels, maintaining an unbroken line that frames his face. Crucially, Johnson knows what not to do. He steers clear of distracting elements like contrast buttonholes and walnut-colored footwear, which have ruined the cohesiveness of many an outfit. Yet he still manages to personalize his style in a world that often demands conformity. Instead of defaulting to the standard-issue dark blue or grey worsteds of Washington, he opts for subtle, discrete checks. And rather than loud displays of sartorial flair, he adds individuality through tasteful details like French-cuff shirts adorned with cufflinks. Johnson is proof that you can make nuanced stylistic choices while staying firmly within the bounds of conservative business dress. In Washington, the style bar is set so low for men that even a properly hemmed trouser can vault you into the ranks of the city's best dressed. But Sen. Raphael Warnock goes beyond those basics. At the 2023 Celebration Bowl in Atlanta, Warnock looked like he stepped out of a Ralph Lauren campaign, layering a pink checked shirt, a burgundy quilted vest and a Polo Bear sweater from the brand's Morehouse collection — a nod to his alma mater. On Seersucker Thursday — an annual tradition when Capitol Hill momentarily trades its usual monotony for a touch of Southern charm — Warnock doesn't just blend in; he stands out. While many lawmakers wear seersucker suits with notch lapels, Warnock ups the ante with a more formal peak lapel, an unexpected detail in casual summer tailoring that adds a confident twist on the time-honored look. Warnock is also among the few men who still understand that a single-breasted dinner jacket should be paired with a waist covering, arriving at black-tie events properly dressed in a cummerbund. Even when he forgoes a tie — sacrificing one of the few chances a man has to inject color or pattern — he ensures his outfit doesn't fall flat. Instead of a stark white spread-collar shirt, he opts for something more relaxed, like a dark blue button-up or a subtle check, thus ensuring his outfit still feels intentional, even without a tie. In politics, where dressing too well can invite the wrong kind of attention, Warnock strikes the perfect balance. He walks right up to the line of style distinction without ever crossing into distraction. In men's tailoring, millimetric differences have an outsized impact. That's what makes it so impressive that Sen. John Thune, the towering Republican Majority Leader, is one of the best-dressed men in Congress. At 6'4', the former college basketball player is too tall for most off-the-rack clothing, even in long sizes. Yet his tailoring is remarkably well-executed, free from the common pitfalls that plague modern business attire. His jackets fit cleanly through the shoulders, without the telltale sleeve head divots (the concavities that can appear where the sleeve attaches to the shoulder) that suggest an overly tight upper back. His trousers sit high enough to prevent his shirt from awkwardly peeking out below his jacket's buttoning point, and their fuller cut drapes naturally instead of clinging to his calves. Most importantly, his jackets are long enough to properly cover his seat, allowing his tailor to place the buttoning point at his natural waist — the narrowest part of his torso — creating a balanced, flattering V-shaped silhouette. Thune is proof that great tailoring isn't about body type; it's about attention to detail. If he wants to extend an act of bipartisanship, he should consider sliding his tailor's card underneath Sen. John Fetterman's office door. Sen. Bernie Sanders will probably never make the cover of Vogue. But for those who see fashion as more than just red carpets and runways, he possesses an ineffably stylish quality — one rooted in character rather than convention. His look is instantly recognizable. You see it with the silver-haired men of Manhattan's Upper East Side, shuffling around in mustard-stained button-ups and floppy hats; the ink-blotted academics pacing through university halls in baggy corduroys and stretched-out sweaters; the older Vermonters browsing independent bookstores in rumpled blazers that haven't seen a dry cleaner in decades. Sanders fits right into this lineage. His suits are slightly oversized, his clothes perpetually wrinkled, his ties always a bit askew. Yet somehow, it works. Why? Because, like all great style, Sanders' look tells a story. It signals that he is serious but unbothered, willing to wear the uniform of a senator but not consumed by the polish of power. His rumpled suits, the slight disarray — they suggest a man focused on bigger concerns. That kind of detachment, that devil-may-care attitude, is the essence of cool. Unlike Fetterman — whose gym clothes can sometimes feel like a self-conscious performance of working-class grit — Bernie never looks like he's in costume. His rumpled suits are as much a part of him as his thick Brooklyn accent — another holdover from a generation of New York intellectuals who, despite their disheveled appearances, exuded authority and authenticity. Think of the bespectacled writers who once held court at The New Yorker, or the charm of a Saul Bellow protagonist. Sanders channels that same ethos. And in a world where so much of politics is performance, there's something reassuring about a man whose style — like his convictions — hasn't changed in decades. Photos: Whitehouse: Photo by Tom Williams-Pool/Getty Images;; Johnson:(2); Warnock: Anna; Itoro N. Umontuen/The Atlanta Voice; Thune:;; Sanders: Brendan Smialowski/AFP via Getty Images;
