Good god not the hat. I burned mine the moment it arrived.

On topic though I don’t really notice my tie much and when I do it’s mostly in the summer, still wouldn’t mind not having it though.

The argument that you need to be wearing a suit/button up/tie combination in order to look professional is a bit outdated in my opinion. You can find professionals in all fields that are moving away from that old standard.

Hell I am pretty sure Southwest pilots get a zip up coat now if they want it instead of the old, tired and dated suit jacket we get. I have yet to see anyone look “good” in our jacket. The person usually looks like they haven’t had it tailored or washed since the moment they received it. The sweaters look far more modern, clean, sharp and professional in my opinion.