Dressing Like A Trader

So it seems to me that a lot of people have a horrible misconception of what a trader looks like. Most People have this idea that we all show up to work wearing a $2,000 3 piece Hugo Boss suit...

or some perfectly tailored Ralph Lauren ensemble 

I think that's because most people have no idea what a day of trading is like. The only time I'd ever wear a suit is when I have to be in front of clients or maybe senior management/executives for an important meeting. When you mention casual some assume you mean dress slacks and a dress shirt.

...with a tie

Being a trader isn't what most would consider a physically demanding profession but it does require a great deal of mental activity along with awesome hand and eye coordination all while controlling your breathing (lol). If you think we want to be in an office from the hours of around 6am - 5 or 6pm wearing pants that squeeze your intestines, a silk collar, and shirt that attracts what I eat for lunch; you're effin crazy. For 1 you're sexist because women trade too and they don't usually wear neck ties and secondly because Hugo Boss Dress Shirts cost to much to play around with my Baconator so I can ruin my outfit while I try to replenish my nutrients. 

To be honest when I trade I try dress as casual as possible and depending on who I'll see that day may determine how nice my casual wear might get. Now don't get me wrong; I'm a brand whore because I just think that quality brands make you look better than you would if you were wearing some bullshit. For example: On a Monday when I know I wont see anybody who expects me to look beautiful I'm going in with some simple pants and  

... and a polo. 

If it's cold I'll throw on a hoodie. 

 If you tell me I might see something pretty during lunch or after work then you can assume I'll step it up a little (lol). I'd probably switch to some darker colors and maybe throw on a casual button down shirt. I think Burberry has some of the nicer ones this season.

Now shoes are fun. My favorite shoe company for all around success is Cole Haan because of the whole Nike Sole thing and really just because they look good. If its a slow day I'll wear some simple black sneakers that are easy to ignore. 

 or Burberry Sneakers

If I know I might be around someone who might actually care about what I'm wearing on my feet then I'll blow their mind with some disrespectful loafers.

 or

Last but not least we can't forget our accessories. Everyone needs something to carry their papers and computer in and since I'm not 30 yet I stick to backpacks (lol). In my opinion there's only 1 way to go when it comes to professional stylish leather goods...Louis Vuitton.

But                                            If you're not on that level yet, Cole Haan will due.

High-Pay Stocks For Busy People

Last week was a great week in the FOREX market, but I like to reach across all markets so this week I'm looking at a few stocks that show some good potential to move. To be honest I'm not really into day trading stocks because for some reason the stock market actually believes in fundamental analysis. Don't get me wrong, I'm not saying the analysis of opinions and events isn't worth a damn, I'm just saying I prefer to trade markets where their effects aren't so dramatic.
To start this thing off I want to bring attention to a previous employer of mine which took a 26 year vacation from the public trading floors only to return with a vengeance, Citizens Financial Group (CFG) went public last week and they did so in style!! Although there isn't much technical analysis to do on this instrument its charts still tell a good story and show signs of healthy growth in its future. Below is a 5min chart which shows us the Royal Bank Of Scotland (RBS) owned Retail bank took off from its Initial Public Offering (IPO) price ($21.50) and has't turned back since. I'm looking to get into this value priced stock before the price becomes too pricey!

Next up we have Alibaba (BABA) which has surprised US investors by taking a turn to the downside after a decent IPO. The Price has been suppressed and congested since its heavy decline the day after its IPO. But to be fair the stock is showing some interesting behavior on its 15min chart which has just now become useful because of the instruments infancy. From the chart we can see an obvious wedge which favors the upside, only because the recent lows have been getting higher and highs are testing intra-day resistance levels. A break above the upper boundaries sends us to test its opening price and in case of a break below lower boundaries we will see a test of the all-time low at $86.62.

Now I've talked about MCIG before when I wrote about which Weed Stocks were worth looking into. We see from the daily chart of this company's stock that it has suffered from some serious distribution which has taken its price below its long standing support of .2604. We now see the stock attempting to rebound but it looks like this is only a play towards the old support which will most likely be turned to resistance. I would buy this pair until a true floor has been designed on a daily chart. For now a sell from the aforementioned resistance will do.

Now not too long ago someone on StockTwits (@joekidd) called me out on my Citigroup (C) prediction. I saw a short opportunity and this guy didn't think it could be true but today I want everyone to observe a false breakout which is one of my favorite events to take place because I usually walk away with such easy money. This stock has done a typical run up out of its range only to collapse back down into it and then move towards its bottom end nearly touching my profit target at $51.10. If you want to play the game the right way, buy at the bottom of this range...trust the lord of trading. Don't be like the kid joe.

AMAG has completely disrespected my initial set-up so now I say, buy it. The 60min chart shows us that this stock clearly has some supporters and they wanted the price completely out of its range and today it gaped up over $3 higher than its close on Friday $23.08. Jump in at the previous high $24.87 which should turn to support.

So if you're looking for some stock you can earn from without having to babysit your account all day than I would consider all of these stocks. They aren't too expensive and the offer enough volatility to make money quickly but not too much volatility that its impossible to set and forget which is always the goal. 

Chic Shoes That Won't Hurt

So This week I clocked some dollars and manage to pull profits out of my NZDUSD trade and now I want to go shopping. But here's the problem. I can't decide on what I want to buy but the good news is that I've kind of narrowed it down. So I know I want sneakers and some polo shirts. Now I only wear Hugo Boss and Ralph Lauren shirts but my shoes can generally come from anywhere. SO I've piecked out a few different pairs of shoes and shirts and I want you all to tell which you like best of the options. Be sure to leave a comment on what you think and suggest!!
First up are shirts:
Hugo Boss Long Sleeved

Ralph Lauren Long Sleeved 

I personally like color in the colder months but the chicness of neutral colors sings to me in the most beautiful depressing voice. 

Ralph Lauren  Short Sleeved                                          

Hugo Boss Short Sleeved 

Again, I can't decide from the sleek neutral European look or the colorful American Style. Well next up we have sneakers. This should be Fun!! 

Buscemi  

Bottega Veneta

Bally

I can't even start to choose between these sneakers as they are all my favorite. Please help =( lol.