Some obsess over appearance, some over inner strength.  It’s not about either; it’s about effectiveness-producing quality results on time, every time.  Some may have enough reputation that appearances don’t matter, but it doesn’t change the fact that they had to start out humbly.  The suit and the tie-as ridiculous a costume as they may be in the greater sense-are weapons that are ready to use.  Until I’m armed with sufficient reputation/skill, I will see them for the tools that they are.