Friedrich Merz: The Chancellor's Style Check

One might not agree with everything the Chancellor plans, says, and does. But with his loose-fitting suits, casual-inspired brogues, and modest dad watch ("Noramis" by Union Glashütte), Friedrich Merz exudes the retro vibes of a medium-sized family business owner whose strategies and views may at times be a bit out of date – but one certainly believes that he only returned from retirement to the top job because he genuinely wants to do something good for his company. Just a coincidence? Hmm. One thing is clear: In Germany, it's always surprisingly well-received when a suit from 1999 still fits in 2025.