Lords of Poverty

Aidwatch offered a glimpse into the life of the CEO of (RED) campaign, which fights AIDS in Africa. I'm hoping the quote below won't infringe on anyone's rights, as it's too funny to leave out.

Suit by Gucci
There are certain things that I am really particular about with my wardrobe..I like my suits to fit incredibly well; for example, I always have a little cut made of the inside of my trousers at the ankle so they sit better on my shoes….
…My shirts are tailor-made by Turnbull & Asser. Ready-made shirts tend to be too baggy around the waist and then you lose the sharpness of the suit.
Tie by Hermes
…I don’t like fussy ties.
Socks by Gap
…if you are going to make the effort to have you suit cut impeccably, why ruin it by having socks that don’t match?

I don't know any of my colleagues who do this kind of thing, but then again I've never engaged them in this kind of discussion. Who knows what lurks in their minds?

I find all displays of wealth in bad taste. Before joining my current organization, I did not like it. But now I find it distasteful enough to mention it. I'm not militant about it, hopefully.