Clothes make the man.
A person's dress shapes how they are perceived and treated.
What They Mean
Dress for the verdict you want. The world forms its opinion at a distance, and fabric arrives before you do.
Are They Right?
As a description of the world, regrettably often. Clothing moves first impressions measurably, which is why the tailoring industry persists.
What They Left Out
The man makes the clothes worth wearing, and the dry cleaning makes the man expensive.
They Also Say
Read the ruling: Clothes Make the Man vs. Never Judge a Book by Its Cover