Present Imperfect
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I Said "Good Day, Sir!" | May 16, 2003
"Beware: I bear more grudges than lonely high court judges"
(bcause no Friday would be complete without a quote from) -Morrissey
Oh, how I love the British. The Lord Chancellor's office is taking a public poll to determine whether judges and barristers should continue to wear wigs and gowns in court. The office has provided a sampling of the public with examples of current dress standards and proposed options. You can decide for yourself here.
Personally, I favor more subdued robes and no wigs. I guess some judges and barristers reckon the wigs give them an air of authority. I think they give them an air of ridiculousness. Plus, I'm sure most in the "air of authority" camp are balding older men, as these wigs look completely stupid on women. That said, I feel kind of bad for the wigmakers in Chancery Lane. I mean, when all you know is selling hand-curled horsehair, what kind of career move do you make?
I guess they could come work at Frederick's. We sell lots of robes and wigs.
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