How Masculinity Has Changed Throughout History

By the mid-2000s, the tech uniform declared war on flashy wealth. Steve Jobs made a black turtleneck, Levi’s 501s, and New Balance sneakers the armor of geniuses. Monochrome, slim-cut, and performance fabrics replaced power suits, signaling that ideas trumped status. In Silicon Valley, comfort became credibility: the less your outfit demanded attention, the more your innovation did.