Like I know that, realistically speaking, they're not the worst results of imperialism and colonialism, but suits are just so boring, and their universality is representative of the results of imperialism in a clear and easy to see way. Like why did the evils of imperialism have to be accompanied by boring suits.
I love the dorky professor look I can manage with a tweed jacket and waistcoat though.
I mean technically anything I'm wearing is a dorky professor look but it's always nice when you can manage to sync it will cultural signifiers.