I Dress for Combat
9 November 2009
In the Art of War, Sun Tzu states that intimidation is the only acceptable initial impression one can give his opponent.
In the wars that I choose to fight, I intimidate through an initial precise physical and sartorial impression that, stated simply says, “The first move is mine.” There is an appropriate tailleur for every requirement.
My suits and evening wear, by such maestros of fashion as Cerrutti and Valentino, convey an aura of quiet superiority. My shoes, by Lobb and when appropriate, Gucci, are superior in both quality and fit. I can’t allow my time to be intruded upon by the mundane aspects of tailoring. I have maintained both my weight and muscle tone in the exact same proportions for nearly two decades. Whatever I desire is sent to me by the vendors already familiar with my tastes, which tend to anticipate trends rather than follow them.
I have a great affinity for watches and complicated timepieces. I respect that beneath the simple beauty of their faces lie complex articulations of machinery that are at the same time both minute and grand.
When venturing out after hours, I wear concealing eyewear and rarely the same outfit twice.
I can be invisible when I choose to be.
Virtually yours,
Patrick Bateman
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